Jim Weaver, 2023 tree planting coordinator for the Pine Creek Watershed Council Headwater Hemlock Project, invites anyone interested to participate.

“We are partnering with the Pennsylvania State Game Commission to plant on SGL 208 and 64 and on private lands in the Pine Creek Watershed,” Weaver said. “We will be planting mixed species of conifers, Norway Spruce, Red Spruce, Black Spruce and Balsam Fir.”

Those who want to help with the April 29  planting should be at the muster point, Sugar House at 428 Copp Hollow Road, Wellsboro by 9 a.m. this Saturday. The group will then carpool to the Patterson Lumber Company on the West Branch of Pine Creek to plant 500 stems by noon.  “This is a great project for kids and they can get community service hours for their efforts,”  said Weaver.

Other plantings of 500 tree stems from 9 a.m. to noon will be on Saturday, May 6 at Patterson Lumber Company at Long and Blue Runs; Wednesday, May 10 at SGL 208 Long Run; Saturday, May 13 at SGL 64 Phoenix Run and Saturday, May 20 at Sassaman Long Run.

“In addition, we may plant during the week if folks are interested and we can work out timing and availability,” Weaver said. “Carpooling is encouraged.”

Provided will be training and assistance, tree stems to plant, planting bars, buckets and planting bags, gloves, and drinking water.

Those participating are asked to provide: Proper footwear and clothing for themselves as the plantings will be done along streams and wetlands, snacks and food, and a good attitude and willingness to work. “This’ll be fun,” said Weaver.

Anyone who needs assistance with directions on how to get to the muster point at Copp Hollow Road, would like more information about the tree planting project or has other questions is encouraged to call Weaver at 570-439-7729.