Opportunities From: Open Space STL

Volunteer: Back to Nature: Honeysuckle Hack at Crestwood Park

WHAT: Fall into the autumn by joining us to combat invasive species in our local parks! 

As a part of our Operation Wild Lands program and the Missouri Department of Conservation's Back to Nature STL grant, Open Space STL is partnering with the City of Crestwood and Beautify Crestwood on a series of stewardship events at Crestwood Park. This volunteer opportunity will focus on removing the invasive bush honeysuckle shrub, vines, and other non-desirable plants from the park.

*Due to the steepness of creekbanks, this event is not recommended to young children or those with limited mobility.* 

WHEN: 9:00am, Saturday, October 4th. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45 am. 

WHERE: Crestwood Park, Meadowfern Dr, St. Louis, MO 63126. The meeting location will be the lower pavilion -- see map for exact location. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

Long-sleeves and pants - there are some areas within the project site that have poison ivy Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty Closed-toe shoessunscreen 

WHAT TO BRING:

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! Your own work gloves/tools, if preferred - otherwise they will be provided Bug/tick spray

REGISTRATION NOTES:

Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups the day of are always welcome. This opportunity is not intended for children under 12.  The annual OS-STL liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here. Must be 18 years or older to handle herbicide. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Program: Operation Wild Lands

WHAT: Fall into the autumn by joining us to combat invasive species in our local parks! 

As a part of our Operation Wild Lands program and the Missouri Department of Conservation's Back to Nature STL grant, Open Space STL is partnering with the City of Crestwood and Beautify Crestwood on a series of stewardship events at Crestwood Park. This volunteer opportunity will focus on removing the invasive bush honeysuckle shrub, vines, and other non-desirable plants from the park.

*Due to the steepness of creekbanks, this event is not recommended to young children or those with limited mobility.* 

WHEN: 9:00am, Saturday, October 4th. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45 am. 

WHERE: Crestwood Park, Meadowfern Dr, St. Louis, MO 63126. The meeting location will be the lower pavilion -- see map for exact location. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

Long-sleeves and pants - there are some areas within the project site that have poison ivy Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty Closed-toe shoessunscreen 

WHAT TO BRING:

A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable! Your own work gloves/tools, if preferred - otherwise they will be provided Bug/tick spray

REGISTRATION NOTES:

Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups the day of are always welcome. This opportunity is not intended for children under 12.  The annual OS-STL liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here. Must be 18 years or older to handle herbicide. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Program: Operation Wild Lands

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Oct 4, 2025

Zip Code: 63126

Allow Groups: Yes