The Daviess-Martin Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area and the DNR are working together to get rid of invasive plants in their area.
On Saturday, May 15th, the groups will take part in a weed wrangle at the Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area.
Invasive plants such as amur honeysuckle bush threaten area by choking out Indiana’s native vegetation and degrading wildlife habitat. During this event, volunteers will learn how to identify and remove amur honeysuckle and other invasive plants while helping to improve habitat quality.
The weed wrangle will take place from 10 a.m. to noon ET. Volunteers will meet at the Maintenance Shop just north of the Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area office on 600 South.
Bring sturdy shoes, work gloves, water, and a face mask. Masks will be needed when volunteers are gathered together and may be removed while working. Hand tools will be provided for pulling and cutting shrubs, but volunteers may also bring their own loppers or hand saws.
Advance registration is encouraged for this event. To register, see bit.ly/3dJSfdo, or contact Glendale FWA at 812-674-0168 or GlendaleFWA@dnr.IN.gov.
For more information on invasive species in Daviess and Martin counties, follow the Daviess-Martin CISMA on Facebook, or email daviessmartin.cisma@gmail.com.
