Eastgate Woodlands Invasive Species Removal for Earth Week

Get Connected Icon Happens On Apr 20, 2022
Get Connected Icon 9:30am - 12pm
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Description

 

Volunteers have been making a big difference at Eastgate Woodlands/Whilamut Natural Area over the winter, and we're excited to keep it up!

Join us during Earth Week on Wednesday, April 20th 9:30am - 12pm to help save trees, protect water quality and improve habitat while giving back to a popular recreation site.

Volunteers lend a hand by using basic tools to remove invasive vegetation, especially targeting English Ivy, and protect the riparian forest. Instruction and tools will be provided.

Details

Get Connected Icon 16 and older
Get Connected Icon Is Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Register by Apr 19, 2022
Get Connected Icon Is Outdoors
Inclement Weather Plan: Safety first! This event will take place rain or shine but would be cancelled if the weather poses a danger. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear closed toe shoes. Be aware of hazards in the field such as poison oak, dead tree limbs, uneven and slippery surfaces, insects etc.
Get Connected Icon Is Not Wheelchair Accessible
Get Connected Icon Willamalane staff will provide safety guidelines for both volunteer and staff safety.
Get Connected Icon Please park at the Heron Playground parking lot
Get Connected Icon Volunteers may use hand tools such as loppers, hand pruners and saws to remove invasive species.
Get Connected Icon Willamalane will provide tools and gloves. You are welcome to bring your own if you would like.
Get Connected Icon Bring your own snacks and hydration.
Get Connected Icon Pizza will be provided!
Get Connected Icon Requires: Criminal History Background Check File Upload

Location

Get Connected Icon Eastgate Woodlands
512 Aspen Street
Springfield, OR  97477