Garlic Mustard Removal with Great River Greening at Nerstrand Big Woods State Park

JoinGreat River Greeningat Nerstrand Big Woods State Park for a special volunteer opportunity!NerstrandBig Woods State Park is renowned for its for itsBig Woodswoodlands and isthe only site in the state of MN where thefederally-endangeredDwarf Trout Lily can be found.Volunteers will removeGarlic Mustardin an ongoing effort to support the critical habitat needed for therare Lily to survive.

Volunteers will hike 1/3 mile into our work area via a flat gravel road. Park restrooms are available on site, with modern facilities at the main entranceand a vault toilet where we will be parking at the walk-in campground area.

This is a family-friendly event. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to attend. No previous knowledge or experience is necessary, we will provide the tools and training required.

Pleasebring your own reusable water bottleand any additional snacks or lunch items you may need. in addition, bring yourwork/gardening glovesif you have them, if not they will be provided.

The event will take place rain or shine, so please dress accordingly for the weather with layers of clothing and wear closed-toe shoes.

REGISTRATION:https://givepul.se/1hfidm

QUESTIONS:Contact Great River Greening's volunteer Events Coordinator,Vanessa Berruetaat[email protected]

Learn more about Great River Greening at Events Calendar Great River Greening

Thank you to our partners and funders:Minnesota Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund (ENRTF) as recommended by the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCCMR)Minnesota DNR and Clean River Partners.