Register to join us in the oak woodlands and bluff prairie near the Mississippi River, part of a natural area owned by 3M-Cottage Grove being restored in partnership with Friends of the Mississippi River.
Alongside FMR Ecologist Joe Walton and River Stewardship Coordinator Adam Flett, volunteers will learn about, explore and then help restore a rare remnant bluff prairie. A remnant prairie is one that has never been plowed — a surviving parcel of the larger, original landscape of our region. Volunteers will primarily haul cut brush, primarily buckthorn, and remove encroaching honeysuckle. This will help preserve the prairie and benefit the native plants that benefit our local wildlife and waters. No experience is required and all supplies — including a pizza lunch — will be provided.
Preregistration is required. For more information, including how to register, visit: http://fmr.org/participate/events/oak_woodlands_buckthorn_2014-11-01