WVU Falling Run | Thanksgiving Days | Service-Learning |Fall 2024

Staying at WVU's Morgantown Campus this Thanksgiving?

Then try planting native trees and removing invasive plants at Falling Run. 

• It's physical work, but good exercise
• And it's much appreciated by Falling Run users and the native wildlife
• Plus, it's a great way get a break for awhile

Volunteers will be participating in our 3-hour service-learning programs that run 12pm to 3pm between November 24 and 30.

When you sign up for one of our Thanksgiving Days program at Falling Run, you’ll get a request for our optional survey on the day you selected. The survey has two parts: pre-program (10 minutes) where it’s done before volunteer work starts; and post-program (10 minutes) where it’s done after volunteer work ends. Volunteers need to complete both at Falling Run during their 3-hour program.

Students 18 years of age or older can assist in our research project about participating in short-term service-learning volunteering in outdoor environmental stewardship programs at WVU Falling Run.

Free snacks and drinks. Bring a friend if you can.

Volunteer activities are ongoing and open to all. But there's a limit on the number of participants we can accommodate each workday.

Interested volunteers can register here, and email Rich Wolff (rjw0009@mix.wvu.edu) with any questions. 

Remember

• Wear boots or sturdy closed toe shoes, socks, long pants, and clothes that are okay to get dirty. 
• We'll provide tools and safety equipment as needed. 
• Bring water and consider taking a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent. 
• If you get allergic reactions to insect stings, make sure you bring your EpiPen.
• Meet at the blue storage container at the gravel parking lot by the Outlook Trailhead. 
• For directions, use the address: 40 Outlook St, Morgantown, WV, 26505. 
• Mountainlair parking garage (upper level) is FREE between November 24 and 30
• Nearby restrooms are at the Mountainlair