| The Antietam National Battlefield began reforesting
its historic woodlots in March of 1995. Since that time volunteers have
come to the park every spring and fall season with the mission of planting
hardwood seedlings to bring the West and North woods to their September
1862 appearance. Over a seven year period, 10,110 volunteers have contributed over 18,444 hours planting 16,392 seedlings and 300 balled and burlapped trees over a fifteen acre area known as the West and North Woods. Volunteers have consisted of boy/girl scout groups, school groups, church groups, individuals and families. The volunteers have been critical in the success of this project; however, there is plenty more to do! Help will be needed this coming Spring (2004) to plant balled and burlapped, nursery size trees in the North Woods. Planting of seedlings will also resume during March of 2004 with the help of volunteers. If you would like to help "replant history" and be a part of this unique opportunity to help restore Antietam National Battlefield, please contact the Natural Resources Division at (301) 432-2243. Planting occurs Tuesday through Saturday from mid-March through mid-May and in the fall from the end of October to the end of November. You must make reservations to participate, all groups and individuals are welcome! |
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New red oak seedling with a protective tree shelter planted in the West Woods. That is the historic Dunker Church in the background. | |
 Volunteers planting seedlings, also in the West Woods |
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Last updated: 12/03/03, KBS, |
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