Honeysuckle Hack at Greensfelder Park - Dogwood Shelter

Get Connected Icon Happens On Apr 16, 2025
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Description

Location change to Dogwood Shelter (just down Hencken Road from Muckerman Shelter)

Join us for this Open Space Event at Greensfelder Park!

Together, we’ll be clearing invasive honeysuckle in one of the prettiest locations in the park. Our effort removing invasives from this heavily infested area will allow the park's dogwoods and other native species to prosper - improving the natural beauty of this location.

Optional Post Event Social Activity: After our work is done we'll hang out at the nearby picnic area where we can sit back, socialize and appreciate that results of our efforts!  We'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 off Hencken Road . Exact location here.

WHEN: Wednesday, April 16 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
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Get Connected Icon Register by Apr 16, 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 Hencken Road
Wildwood, MO  63069