Participant Requirements for Volunteer and Recreational Events

Note: Requirements are subject to change based on state, local, and federal guidance and/or our own organizational determinations. 

1. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements:

• For those 5 years and older: Per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), everyone 5 years of age and older is now eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccination. The Anacostia Watershed Society requires that all participants who are eligible for the COVID-19 Vaccine be fully vaccinated per the CDC guidelines and attest to being fully vaccinated in order to participate in any of our events. AWS also requires that all participants be up-to-date on booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine when eligible. Please see additional requirements listed in the below sections.
• For those under 5 years old: We welcome those who are under age 5 and are not yet eligible for the vaccines to participate in our events, but they must follow the below additional requirements, including being masked for the duration of the event.

2. Self-Monitoring: All participants in the Anacostia Watershed Society’s (AWS) event are required to:

• Complete our Event Waiver Form and our COVID-19 screening questionnaire prior to participation.
• If you have not been fully vaccinated and are eligible to receive the vaccination (i.e. 5 years or older), please do not come to the event.
• If you are sick or exhibiting symptoms associated with COVD-19 (such as fever, chills, cough, sore throat, difficulty breathing, loss of taste or smell, etc.), do not come to the event.
• If you have had any close contact with or cared for someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 10 days, (even if you are fully vaccinated or have been tested), do not come to the event.
• If you are able to attend the event and become ill within one week of participating in the event, please report this to the askhr@anacostiaws.org (our Human Resources email address). We will keep your identity confidential.

3. Masks: Eligible participants (i.e. those meeting AWS's COVID-19 requirements--see above) are not required to wear a mask for outdoor events. No indoor events are taking place at this time.

4. Reservations: Pre-registration is encouraged and may be required via AWS’s website (www.anacostiaws.org). All registrations require each participant to complete our Event Waiver Form and our COVID-19 screening questionnaire prior to participation.

Earth Day Site Location

NW Branch Trail Kirkwood Park
2600 Nicholson Street
Hyattsville, MD 20782

Site Leader Info

Melissa Schweisguth, Prince George's Parks
melissaschweisguth@yahoo.com

Neighbors of Northwest Branch

2600 Nicholson Street Hyattsville, MD 20782

Due to construction, the Northwest Branch trail is closed from  Queens Chapel Road to the metro track overpass. Please follow the detour signs through the Metro station and apartment parking lot/Lancer Drive to Kirkwood Park. We will meet in Kirkwood park where Sligo Creek trail and the NW Branch trail intersect. 

Site Capacity: 60

Metro: West Hyattsville (Green Line)
Right on the Northwest Branch Trail.
Parking available

Bathrooms are not available.

What to Expect

Event Date: April 23, 2022

Be prepared to get dirty and have fun - while staying safe!

AWS COVID-19 Protocols - Volunteers must agree and comply to our COVID-19 protocols in order to participate. You will be required to agree to the following statements during registration:

• I agree not to attend if I have been in close contact with or cared for someone diagnosed with COVID-19 10 days before the event.
• I agree not to attend if I experience any flu-like symptoms and/or become sick in the 10 days leading up to the event (such as fever, cough, sore throat, respiratory illness, difficulty breathing, loss of taste or smell, etc).
• (For those 5 years and older only): I attest that I am fully vaccinated per the CDC guidelines (Note: The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are a two-dose series and Johnson & Johnson's is a single-dose vaccine).
• (For those 5 years and older only): I attest that I am up to date on my booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. 
• (For those under 5 years old only): I attest that I am under the age of 5 and am not eligible for a vaccination at this time. 

Before you arrive to the event read the section below on "What to Bring."

More questions? Read our FAQ by clicking here.

When you arrive look for signs to check in.

Site leaders will brief you on basic safety measures to ensure that everyone has a safe, fun time. All tools and supplies needed will be provided during check in - no need to bring your own gloves unless you have a favorite pair.

This is a family friendly event and kids are welcome! However, all participants under 18 must also have completed registration.

If you are under 18, you will need a parent/guardian to digitally consent to your participation during registration. 

Group Registrations Are Limited for 2022

1. Members of groups are strongly encouraged to sign up individually.  If you have more questions, please contact Emily Castelli at ecastelli2@anacostiaws.org.   
2. More questions? See if there is an answer on our FAQ by clicking here.

What to Bring

1. Closed-toe shoes and long pants are a must.
2. A water bottle for yourself and any members of your family.
3. A small snack, if need be.
4. Under 18:
   • This event counts for Student Service Learning Hours (SSL)! If you bring your forms, site leaders and AWS staff will sign off on your hard work.

Please remember to dress appropriately for the weather (rain or shine!) and wear clothes you won't mind getting dirty.

Earth Day 2022 - Neighbors of Northwest Branch

Saturday, April 23, 2022
10:00 AM EDT - 12:00 PM EDT

NW Branch Trail Kirkwood Park
2600 Nicholson Street

Hyattsville, MD 20782