WHAT: Join us for invasive species removal at Lower Meramec Park!
Bush honeysuckle and wintercreeper prevent development of native tree, shrub, and ground cover, displacing native species by outcompeting and shading the forest floor and depleting the soil of moisture and nutrients.
No previous conservation experience is needed as volunteers are encouraged to come and learn. This is part of an ongoing conservation effort at Lower Meramec Park, so check for future opportunities!
WHEN: 9:00am, Saturday, October 26th. Volunteer check-in will begin around 8:45am.
WHERE: Lower Meramec Park & Greenway, 4756 Krumm Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128. Check-in will be at the Krumm Road Trailhead - see map for exact location.
WHAT TO WEAR:
- Clothes you don't mind getting dirty, we recommend wearing long pants and long sleeves
- Closed-toe shoes
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat
WHAT TO BRING:
- A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!
- Your own work gloves/tools if preferred (we provide all needed tools)
- Bug/tick spray (some will be provided on-site)
REGISTRATION NOTES:
- 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.
- This volunteer opportunity is open to all ages, but only those 18 or older may use herbicide, and all volunteers 13 or younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
