08/20/2026
Huge thanks to our incredible volunteers and partners who showed up for recent stewardship events across !
On July 30, our Forestry staff led a tree care day at Isle View Park with support from hardworking Youth Guardians from the Masten District. Together they mulched, w**ded, and replaced damaged tree wraps and stakes on newly planted trees. The Youth Guardian Program’s commitment to academic growth, social-emotional development, and community service really shines through.
On July 31, a small but mighty crew joined Forestry staff at Como Lake Park for a rescheduled tree care event. Volunteers helped refresh mulch, remove w**ds, and fix tree wraps and stakes.
On August 7, six volunteers braved the rain at Thomas F. Higgins Natural Habitat Park to help manage invasive teasel and bull thistle during our Friday Field Day. We clipped seed heads across all four acres, preventing these species from outcompeting native plants. A Bald Eagle perched nearby along the Buffalo River reminded us why this stewardship matters—protecting and restoring natural spaces for wildlife and our community.
Thank you to everyone who lends their time, energy, and heart to caring for our parks. Your commitment truly makes a difference! 🌿💚 Interested in getting involved? Check out upcoming Friday Field Day events at https://www3.erie.gov/parks/events.
