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The Big Dig at Panther Creek Forest Farm

  • Panther Creek Forest Farm 4305 Redwood Road Durham, NC, 27704 United States (map)

Panther Creek Forest Farm, in partnership with Keep Durham Beautiful and Leaf & Limb’s Project Pando, is a community-driven tree nursery that sustainably grows trees and gives them to the community for free through tree plantings, give away events, plant swaps and other community events. However, to grow these trees, we need your help! 

Come out to the farm and help us prepare the next crop of tree seedlings! 

Big Dig Tasks:

  • Potting up 1 yr. old seedlings from planting boxes

  • Building new air pruning boxes

  • Moving spent pots, soil and failed plants to our composting area to make room for all the newly potted material

  • Mixing planting material from compost and wood chips 

When: Sunday November 17th, 10AM-4PM (rain or shine, come and go as suits you!)

Where: Panther Creek Forest Farm, 4305 Redwood Road

We’ll provide:  tools, snacks, water, gloves

Not invited:   pets (we love them, but others may not)

Please wear closed-toed shoes or boots, and long pants. Bring a reusable water bottle, a hat, and something to tie up long hair if needed. You may also want to bring a small backpack for personal items.  

Other activities available while you are here:

  • Kid-friendly goats

  • Walkable access to three sections of the Mountains to Sea Trail

  • Hickory Hill boat ramp is .25 mi away and a great put in for kayaking

  • Tons of open space to explore

Let us know you’re coming below!

Earlier Event: November 3
Ellerbe Trestle Creek Cleanup
Later Event: November 29
Invasive Plant Removal at White Oak Park