Honeysuckle Hack and Invasive Removal at Greensfelder Park

Get Connected Icon Happens On Mar 19, 2025
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Description

Join Us for Our 2nd Open Space Event at Greensfelder Park!

Together, we’ll be clearing invasive honeysuckle from the woods surrounding the Dogwood Shelter. Our effort around this beautiful location will allow the park's native species to prosper - making the spot even more scenic.

Optional Post Event Social Activity: After our work is done we'll hang out at Dogwood shelter where we can sit back, socialize and appreciate that results of our efforts!  I'll have a variety of soft drinks but please feel free to bring you own favorite beverages and snacks or lunch items.

WHERE: Greensfelder Park - Dogwood Shelter (1/4 mile down Hecken Rd from Allenton Road). Exact location here.

WHEN: Wednesday, March 19 from 9am to 12pm. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHAT TO WEAR:

  • Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, we recommend long pants and sleeves, as well as closed toe shoes.

  • Sturdy shoes or boots

  • Dress for the weather!

WHAT TO BRING: 

  • A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

  • Tools will be provided, but if you prefer your own, you are welcome to bring them. Electric Chain saws are ideal for cutting the larger bushes

  • Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided (may not be necessary depending on the weather)

Registration notes:

  • Pre-registration is encouraged in case of event rescheduling or cancellation

  • This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages. Children under 13 may volunteer only if accompanied by a parent or guardian and those 18 or under may not participate in herbicide application.

The annual OSC 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.


Details

Get Connected Icon 13 and older
Get Connected Icon Is Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Register by Mar 19, 2025
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Inclement Weather Plan: In the event of severe weather, this event will be canceled. Volunteers will be notified via email and are encouraged to check our Facebook page (Open Space STL) for updates.
Get Connected Icon Is Not Wheelchair Accessible
Get Connected Icon Honeysuckle Hack
Get Connected Icon Invasive Species Removal

Location

Get Connected Icon 4325 Allenton Rd
Wildwood, MO  63069