2024 June 19 & 22: Invasive Plant Removal on Pinnacle Hill

Dates & Times

Session #1: Wednesday, June 19th at 6:30 PM

Session #2: Saturday, June 22nd at 9:30 AM

Photos from this effort

Gathering Location

We are meeting at 133 Alliance Avenue <MAP LINK>

Project Location

Sections of Pinnacle Hill near Alliance Avenue <APPROX. MAP LINK>

Target for removal

Tree-of-heaven, China-sumac, varnishtree (common names)

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Project Description

Jeanne Weber will lead the group to sites on Pinnacle Hill in order to remove invasive smaller tree-of-heaven, China-sumac seedling plants. (We will not be removing big trees.)

Gardening knowledge is not required. Knowledgeable individuals will participate and provide guidance. If possible, please bring a small garden shovel for light digging and root removal. Shrub/Tree snips are helpful. Gardening gloves are recommended. We will not be using any power tools.

This project is appropriate for any adult in good health and younger volunteers over 13 years of age. We will be working as a team. This is an excellent opportunity for young people to get some hands-on experience and learn forestry skills. Additional background information about tree-of-heaven <HERE>

This program is free and open to the public. Anyone can come! You do not have to be a member of UMNA to participate.

This program is also listed on our Google Calendar. CLICK HERE to go to the official UMNA Events Calendar.