Pull invasive plants at Nicollet Island Park
Join us for an evening of tending the woodland on Nicollet Island. FMR is wrapping up a multi-year restoration of the natural areas on the north half of Nicollet Island in partnership with the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board. The restoration plan has included removal of invasive species, enhancement of degraded forest areas, and the creation of new, diverse habitat, including 2 acres of native prairie and the re-creation of a pocket of maple forest historically present on the island.
With the guidance of FMR staff, volunteers will pull garlic mustard and dame's rocket from the woodland. By removing these plants, volunteers will improve habitat for the native woodland plant and animal species in just a couple of hours, helping to ensure these patches don't spread.
All are welcome. No experience is needed. However, registration is required, and capacity is limited. All tools, gloves and training will be provided. This event is part of our Above the Falls Stewards program, engaging North and Northeast Minneapolis residents to protect and restore their riverfront parks.
Accessibility
The areas where we will be working on the island are mostly directly off paved sidewalks or walking trails. Pulling garlic mustard is a lower-impact activity that can be done while sitting down. FMR will provide a few kneeling pads.
Nicollet Island can be accessed by MetroTransit Bus Route 4.
Ready to register?
Please use the form below to register for this event. If you have questions or concerns, you can contact us at volunteer@fmr.org or 651.477.0925.
If you're under 18 and interested in volunteering without the company of your parent or guardian, please take a moment and have them fill out this brief minor permission form.
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Mississippi Watershed Management Organization, Hennepin County Good Stewards, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board, Nicollet Island-East Bank Neighborhood Association, RBC Wealth Management, Xcel Energy, 3M Foundation, and BNSF Foundation.