Honeysuckle Hack at Castlewood State Park on November 6th

Get Connected Icon Happens On Nov 6, 2025
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Description

WHAT: Come join Open Space STL and its community of volunteers as we support Castlewood State Park staff in the removal of invasive Bush honeysuckle from woodlands within the park.

This volunteer efforts is part of OS-STL's Operation Wild Lands program (OWLs), which seeks to aid in the proactive management of public open space, improving wildlife habitat and nature-related outdoor recreation opportunities across the St. Louis region. 

WHEN: 9:00am, Thursday, November 6th. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am. 

WHERE: Castlewood State Park, 1401 Kiefer Creek Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021.

WHAT TO WEAR:

  • Dress for the weather
  • Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty
  • Closed-toe shoes

WHAT TO BRING:

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

REGISTRATION NOTES:

  • 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.
  • Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ups are always welcome. 
  • Must be 18 years or older to handle herbicide. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

Details

Get Connected Icon 12 and older
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Get Connected Icon Register by Nov 6, 2025
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Inclement Weather Plan: In the case of inclement weather, this volunteer opportunity will be cancelled and potentially rescheduled for a later date. Please check our Facebook page for updates.
Get Connected Icon Is Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Get Connected Icon restrooms may not be available

Location

Get Connected Icon 1401 Kiefer Creek Rd
Ballwin, MO  63021