Spend your Earth Day weekend outdoors, giving back to your local ecosystems by removing invasive species invasive species
An invasive species is any plant or animal that has spread or been introduced into a new area where they are, or could, cause harm to the environment, economy, or human, animal, or plant health. Their unwelcome presence can destroy ecosystems and cost millions of dollars.
Learn more about invasive species from Parker River National Wildlife Refuge! Learn plant ID and manual management techniques, while helping cut and pull invasive plants including oriental bittersweet, morrow's honeysuckle and garlic mustard along the Pines Trail of Parker River NWR. Whether you have experience or are looking to learn something new, this meet-up is for you! Wear sturdy shoes and gloves. Bring bypass loppers if you have them.
Event date and time
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Event location name
Pines Trail - Parker River NWR
Age range
Elementary (Grades K-5), Middle/Junior High (Grades 6-8), High School (Grades 9-12), Young adult, Adult, Senior (7 and up)