2024 Report for Dover Beach Park

Dover Beach Park

Neighborhood:

Fair Haven

Type of Site:

Park Friends

Address:

2 Lombard, New Haven, CT
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Coordinates for Map

POINT (-72.8872305 41.3165093)

Year

2024

Number of volunteers

5

Total volunteer hours

43

Number of events

9

Number of trees planted

0

Number of shrubs planted

0

Number of perennials planted

21

Enter more details about perennials planted

7 agastashes, 7 coral bells, 3 native asters, 2 butterfly weeds, 1 cheyanne spirit echinacea, 1 black-eyed susan

Yards compost spread

0.30

Yards mulch spread

1.50

Other Infrastructure or Materials

Quantity:

0.30

Details:

0.25 gallon of New England wildflower seeds spread.

Summary

Dover Beach Park is a picturesque retreat with stunning views of the marshes along the Quinnipiac River. With its inviting benches, ample shade, scenic vistas, playground, and splash pad, the park has become a beloved gathering spot for the community—a perfect escape into nature, especially on hot summer days. This summer, longtime dedicated volunteers Christel and Joyce made remarkable progress in stewarding the urban oasis near the bridge and the Children's Butterfly Garden by the playgrounds. They tirelessly removed countless invasive species that had crept in, transforming the newly cleared spaces with vibrant, colorful perennials, and carefully mulching these natural spots to enhance their beauty and vitality. Their hard work has ensured that Dover Beach Park remains a welcoming and lively greenspace for all to enjoy.