Pull invasive plants at the William H. Houlton Conservation Area

Join Friends of the Mississippi River staff and volunteers for a morning of habitat restoration work at the William H. Houlton Conservation Area (or Houlton Farm). The William H. Houlton Conservation Area is a 335-acre property located at the confluence of the Mississippi and Elk rivers and is one of the largest undeveloped riverfront properties between Elk River and Hastings.

FMR staff and ecologists will provide a brief introduction to the site and an overview of how to identify and pull garlic mustard and dame's rocket. By removing invasive plants like these, we will be making way for important native plants and helping to increase biodiversity. Over our time working at the site we've seen an increase in bees, butterflies and small reptiles.

All are welcome, and as always, all training, gloves and necessary tools will be provided. However, registration is required and capacity is limited.

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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