Join Veterans from Hopkins VFW Post 425 in their Fall Follow-Up of last May’s National Day of Service. They'll be cleaning up new growth and expanding the Buckthorn Bust area in the Birch Island Woods Conservation Area. This event is open to family, friends and neighbors! Buckthorn is an invasive species, that left to its own devices will prevent the growth of the next generation of native plants and trees in forests and woodland areas.

The City of Eden Prairie will provide tools and supplies, but feel free to bring your own pruning saws, loppers and gloves that you may want to use. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. All participants must sign a Volunteer Waiver form which will be available at the event site. The event is open to ages 12+, with a parent/guardian signature on a waiver form for minors.

For more information or other ways, you can help, visit Friends of Eden Prairie Parks (FEPP): friendsofepparks.org.

Questions and RSVP to: Tommy Johnson (VFW Post 425 Representative) at: TwoPuttTommy@gmail.com or Jim Millin (FEPP Park Steward) at: jwmillin01@gmail.com.

RSVP is appreciated so we have enough tools and supplies for everyone.

Where
Birch Island Woods Conservation Area – Parking Lot
6410 Indian Chief Road
Eden Prairie, MN 55346
When
Saturday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m. – Noon