Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) will be removing invasive plant species in Hungry Hollow this weekend, and local residents are invited to lend a hand.
The pull is slated for tomorrow (Oct. 29) at 9:30 a.m. The group will meet at the end of Metcalfe Court in Georgetown.
Participants will be removing invasive plants by hand and tools where necessary. According to CVC Senior Co-ordinator Shannon Lem, these species include dog-strangling vine, phragmites, garlic mustard, common buckthorn and non-native shrub honeysuckles.
“Invasive plants out-compete and displace native species by spreading and growing quickly. As they spread, they take the space, light and resources of native plants,” she explained.
A particular focus will be given to the common buckthorn.
“It helps to protect the natural biodiversity and beauty of the Hungry Hollow ravine and create resilient ecosystems,” said Lem.
The event is part of the Hungry Hollow Sustainable Action Plan (SNAP). SNAPs are community initiatives that bring together people to make for a more sustainable natural environment.
All ages are welcome to take part in the invasive species pull. Wear long pants and tuck shirts into pants and pants into socks to protect from insects.
For more information and to register, visit the CVC’s website.
