Ira B. Melton Park Volunteer Day

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Ira B. Melton Park Volunteer Day

The Basics:

Event Type:

Volunteer

Event Location:

2080 Desmond Drive

Volunteer: Ira B. Melton Park Volunteer Day

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Dec 7 2025 2:00 pm >> Sun, Dec 7 2025 4:00 pm

Registration Opens:

Sun, Oct 26 2025 6:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Nov 30 2025 6:00 pm

Event Duration:

2 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D1: Easy

Distance:

1 Miles

Pace:

Leisurely

Trip Leader(s):

Linda L

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

1 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Join us for an afternoon of service at Ira B. Melton Park. We’ll being removing overabundant privet from the native plant habitat and planting some new plants, if possible.

What to expect: There will be multiple options for stewardship work, including hand-removal of vines and privet seedlings, using loppers and handsaws, and removing large privet using weed wrenches. Depending on plant availability, we may also be able to do some planting. Dress for muddy conditions and physical work.

Program leader: This work day will be led by members of the Friends of Melton Park, with support from Ranger Jonah McDonald, the DeKalb County Park Naturalist at Mason Mill Park.

Where to meet: Find street parking on Park Lane near the intersection with Desmond Drive, and walk to the Melton Park entrance at 2080 Desmond Drive.

What to bring: Dress for muddy conditions, wearing long pants and closed-toed footwear that can get dirty. Bring a refillable water bottle and work gloves. If you are able, consider bringing shovels, loppers, hand pruners, and kneeling pads.

Recommended ages: This workday is designed for all ages, but the tasks will be most appropriate for adults and elementary and older kids.

Dogs: This program is NOT appropriate for dogs, so please leave your pup at home.

Weather contingency: This program will be held, rain or shine, unless conditions are dangerous.

Walking distance:

Exposure: This work day is under tree canopy with minimal sun exposure.

Trail surface & accessibility: This program is competely on dirt and gravel trails and and is not accessible for chair users or strollers. The dirt trails are less than 3 feet wide and have roots and rocks. Participants will also have to navigate uneven and muddy off-trail terrain. Consider bringing hiking poles if your balance requires them. Questions if this program will work for your mobility? Contact Ranger Jonah: jpmcdonald@dekalbcountyga.gov

Required Items to Bring:

Weather appropriate clothing

Hiking boots/shoes w/ good traction

Water

Recommended Items to Bring:
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How to Get There:

Event Directions:

We will meet at park entrance at 2080 Desmond Drive. Find street parking on Park Lane near the intersection with Desmond Drive.

Notes:

If you plan to volunteer, please sign up as soon as possible so I can let Ranger Jonah know how many volunteers will be coming.

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy.

Registration for this event opens at 10/26/2025 6:00:00 PM