Due to early Paw Paw ripening, the collection date has been changed to September 19th
Learn about how to collect Paw Paws: a native fruit tree in Maryland with Maryland Department of Natural Resources Foresters. As part of the Maryland 5 Million Tree Initiative, native tree seeds are needed to meet the goal of growing and planting 5 million trees by 2031. During these collection events, all fruits/seeds will be sent to the Maryland State Tree Nursery to support future tree plantings around the State. ACWA is helping coordinate seed collection within our watersheds to support the 5 Million Tree Initiative and to raise awareness of the importance of planting native trees. Several collection events will be hosted throughout the year as we focus on priority native species. Collection of Paw Paws will occur:
DATE UPDATE 9/19 4pm - Paw Paw Collection Event with MD-DNR at Washington Monument State Park
10/7 - this collection date has been cancelled due to insufficient fruit at the site. See other events being hosted on this date.
Register to help out with upcoming fall 2023 volunteer events, including these collection events on this form.