Sacramento residents are encouraged to get outside, connect with their community and help beautify local parks and waterways during a series of citywide volunteer events on Saturday, April 11.

From picking up litter to planting and mulching, these efforts offer a hands-on way to support neighborhood green spaces while getting a head start on Earth Day celebrations.

Events will be hosted from 9 a.m. to noon and are open to individuals, families and community groups. In addition to trash pick-up at all sites, several locations will offer opportunities for planting, mulching, and other landscaping projects.

“Earth Day is a great reminder that small actions can make a big difference in our community,” said Sarah Kolarik, the City’s Sustainability Specialist. “These volunteer events are an opportunity to connect with our neighbors and care for the parks and waterways that make Sacramento a great place to live.”

Volunteer locations include:

• Heron Park – 5160 Fredericksburg Way, Sacramento, CA 95835

• Gateway Park / Arcade Creek – 3250 Norwood Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838

• Tanzanite Park – 2220 Tanzanite Ave., Sacramento, CA 95834

• Miller Park & the Sacramento Marina – 2710 Ramp Way, Sacramento, CA 95818

• Matusi Park – 450 Jibboom St., Sacramento, CA 95811

• McClatchy Park – 3500 5th Ave., Sacramento, CA 95817

• Mae Fong Park – 3004 Redding Ave., Sacramento, CA 95820

• Parkway Oaks Park – 7541 S Land Park Drive, Sacramento, CA 95831

• Drainage Basin – by the Delta Shores shopping complex (east of 8340 Delta Shores Circle South, Sacramento, CA 95832)

Explore the event locations and activities on the Better Impact platform. Volunteers are encouraged to register in advance to help staff prepare. Individuals, families and community groups are all welcome. Please note that minors under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

For questions, contact climate@cityofsacramento.org.