WHAT: Help the Community Stewardship Alliance enhance Gravois Creek Conservation Area by removing invasive Bush Honeysuckle from the park.
The group will work on removing various invasive species including bush honeysuckle, beefsteak, creeping charlie, wintercreeper, and miscanthus. At the end of day we will hike the new trail through the conservation area.
Bush honeysuckle prevents development of native tree, shrub, and ground layer species, displacing native species by out-competing and shading the forest floor and depleting the soil of moisture and nutrients. Join passionate, like-minded volunteers in the removal* of invasive species at Gravois Creek Conservation Area! *Removal may include the use of herbicide
Gravois Creek Conservation Area is a 13.7 acre natural area is owned and maintained by the Missouri Department of Conservation with Ambassadors Besa Schweitzer & Erin Goss leading restoration efforts. This is an ongoing effort, so check back again for future opportunities!
WHERE:
Gravois Greenway at the Mysun Charitable Foundation Trailhead - 4379 Hoffmeister Ave, St. Louis, MO 63125; see map for exact location. Volunteers will meet and check in at the trailhead along Grant's Trail
WHEN: Sunday, December 7th from 1pm to 4pm. Volunteer check-in will begin at 12:45am.
WHAT TO WEAR:
- Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, we recommend long pants and sleeves
- 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
- Sunscreen
- Bug/tick spray, and some will be provided
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.
Any questions or difficulty registering? Contact us at volunteer@openspacestl.org or (314) 835-9225. We would love for you to join us!
