Upcoming Events
August Cemetery Cleanup
Please check the events schedule throughout the year for clean up dates. Decorations (including any holiday decorations) will be removed and will not be stored.
In accordance with standard cemetery policy, the cemetery will be cleared of all flowers and decorations the Monday following 7 days after a traditional holiday. This process can take up to 5 days.
Any decorations that you want to keep must be removed prior to that date. This process can take up to 5 days.
Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park and Mortuary encourages memorialization with headstones, benches, and flowers in approved vases.
Items that are not permitted, include, but are not limited to:
• Shepherd hooks, pinwheels, bird houses, weather vanes, potted plants/flowers, solar lights, fencing, watering bottles, hanging baskets, banners, chimes or any other plastic, glass or other composite materials.
These items promote theft, damage to headstones, and mowers. Additionally, these items are frequently damaged by the lawn mowing equipment.
• Rock, glass, marble, wood chips or any other material borders. These are hazardous to headstones, mowers and bystanders.
• Trenching around markers is not permitted as it encourages weeds and is a tripping hazard.
• Individual planting of trees, shrubs or other plants is not permitted unless expressly authorized in writing by the cemetery.
• Placement of any of the above listed types of items in flower beds and/or shrub beds is not permitted.
• Attaching any item to a headstone or bench is not allowed unless expressly authorized in writing by the cemetery.
• Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park and Mortuary will not be held responsible for any items removed, stolen or damaged.
The Wasatch Wildflower Festival
Held annually, the Wasatch Wildflower Festival is a multi-day event hosted at the four Cottonwood Canyons ski areas to celebrate the beauty and diversity of wildflowers in the Wasatch Mountains. The 2023 Festival will be held on the following dates and locations:
July 8 (Brighton Ski Resort, in conjunction with the Brighton Institute’s Brighton Days)
July 9 (Solitude Mountain Resort, and celebrating local artists)
July 15 (Snowbird Ski Resort)
July 16 (Alta Ski Area)
Annual Cemetery Cleanup
We're grateful for your help in our annual project of cleaning our cemetery. In accordance with standard cemetery policy, the cemetery will be cleared of all flowers. ALL decorations will be removed.
We will be bending, lifting, walking on uneven ground, and working no matter the weather. Please wear good shoes and bring gloves.
If you have questions, please contact Julie Kinder
801-466-8387
julie.kinder@dignitymemorial.com
National Trails Day
Volunteers should meet at 8:30 am and come prepared with long pants, long sleeves, and sturdy shoes (no open-toed shoes permitted). (Register Here)
Flag Placing on Veterans Graves
Flag Placing on Veterans Graves throughout our Memorial Park
We will be placing flags on Veterans Graves on Thursday, May 25th starting at 3:00 pm.
We will work until we are done, how long we work depends on how many volunteers assist in the project.
We provide flags, maps and what to look for when placing the flag.
If you have questions, please contact Julie Kinder
801-466-8387
julie.kinder@dignitymemorial.com
Summer Series Cleanup #2 Ogden Botanical Gardens
We are going to be gathering at the Ogden Botanical Gardens to clean up the park and a section of the Ogden River Parkway Trail.
Tons of Free Giveaways! We will be partnering with other companies and organizations for this cleanup.
Additional Sponsors: Clean Machine, Jersey Mikes, Panda Express, Prairie Schooner.
Snacks and Drinks provided.
*Everyone of all ages are welcome to join! Bring your friends, family, dogs, etc.
*This is a paved trail so bikes, boards, wagons, or strollers are allowed. Please use caution around other participants!
*Most of the trail has river access so use caution and come prepared if you plan to retrieve trash from the river
Beautification Projects at City Park
Orem Parks is looking for individuals or groups willing to participate in quarterly cleanup projects at City Park to help keep the park clean for everyone to enjoy. All tools and cleaning supplies will be provided. Please bring a pair of gardening gloves and a water bottle, if desired.
Call/text Laura at 801-310-6283
Girl Scout Turtle Shelter Service Project - Grades K-12
A turtle brings its home where ever it goes, providing shelter, and the Turtle Shelter Project brings foam core vests to the homeless as a form of shelter. Join GSU and Turtle Shelter Project to work towards some of these vests. We will be working on various stages of vest production. This can include pinning, stuffing vests with foam, sorting and folding, and sewing & serging (if you have sewing skills). We will provide all the materials, supplies, sewing machines, and instructions. The only thing you need to bring is your helping hands and a desire to serve.
Girl Scouts must attend with an adult, who must register. All Girl Scouts and adults must register, no onsite registration is available. No unregistered tagalongs, including infants, toddlers, younger siblings, and unregistered adults. This is not a badge-earning event. COVID precautions at the time of the event will be followed.
Program fees (less the deposit) may be refunded before the program registration deadline (5/9/2023). Cancellations after the program registration deadline (5/93/2023) will forfeit the full amount of the fee for each person registered. For cancellations and registration changes, please contact Girl Scouts of Utah at 801-265-8472 or info@gsutah.org.
Kimball Junction Trash Cleanup
Join Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter for our annual cleanup of Kimball Junction and the Preserve! Volunteers will head to locations all over Kimball Junction to pick up trash that has accumulated over the winter. If not removed, much of this garbage ends up on the Swaner Preserve which can be dangerous for wildlife and detrimental to the functions of the wetland.
Coffee and light snacks will be provided by our generous neighbors, Bartolo's, and all volunteers who participate in the Earth Day Cleanup are entered into an opportunity drawing for fun prizes and gift cards from local sponsors! Support and great prizes have been donated by Bartolo's, Recycle Utah, Keep Nature Wild, Skullcandy, Northland, Pale Blue Earth, PC Yoga Collective, Hill's Kitchen, Bee's Wrap, Storm Cycles, and MDSkin.
River Garbage Cleanup
9 AM Drive-in to FFG Tent, grab gloves, and garbage bags, and then go clean up the river. 10 AM-12 PM Drop off the trash at the FFG dumpster to receive a swag bag and drawing tickets. 12:30 PM lunch, awards, and participation drawing. *Pre-register online to be eligible for free lunch and swag bag.
Run-A-Muk Spring Cleanup
After an extra snowy winter, we need your help cleaning up this Basin Recreation hot spot!
Grab a bucket and a shovel at the trailhead and help us scoop the poop! This is your VIP access to the dog park during the closure.
Swing by for a few minutes or a few hours - any help is appreciated!
Ogden Earth Day Event
Volunteers are needed for helping with nature crafts, face painting, directing cars, clean up, and more. If you want to get involved reach out with which hours you are available from 8 am to 5 pm. Questions can be addressed to volunteer@ogdennaturecenter.org. Orientation and background check is required before volunteering at the Ogden Nature Center.
The majority of help still needed is with face painting from 10:30am to 1:30pm or 1:30pm to 4:15pm.
Beautification Project at Mount Timpanogos Park
Orem Parks is looking for individuals or groups willing to participate in a beautification project at Mount Timpanogos Park. All tools and cleaning supplies will be provided. Please bring a pair of gardening gloves and a water bottle, if desired.
Point of Contact: Laura Bascom (801) 310-6283
Beautification Project at Mount Timpanogos Park
HELP NEEDED
Volunteer responsibilities:
Pruning
Cleaning
Mulching
Weeding