Join Manatee County’s Natural Resources Department and the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program in protecting and beautifying local water features at GT Bray Park! Together, we’ll plant native vegetation along the shoreline of a pond to prevent erosion, improve water quality, and create valuable habitat for birds, butterflies, and pollinators.

What to Expect

Outdoor work in full sun (with a chance of getting wet while planting in the pond)
Activities include digging holes, moving and installing plants
Working on sloped pond banks with sandy soils and some shaded areas
Be ready to get your hands dirty, work hard, and make a difference!

Required PPE & Dress Code

Close-toed shoes
Comfortable clothing that can get wet/dirty

What to Bring

Reusable Water bottle
Sunscreen
A hat

We will provide

Gloves
Ice Water
Shade cover
All supplies needed for the planting

*Please meet and park in the overflow lot at GT Bray, located by the 59th Street entrance next to the US Coast Guard Auxiliary Building (5801 33rd Ave Dr W, Bradenton, FL 34209)