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Become part of the Volunteer Earthworks Corp and join our team, the "Creepy Crawley Coalition." "Creeps" works with NPS staff twice a month to remove invasive trees and shrubs threatening our park's historic earthworks. Volunteers will receive training in identifying native and non-native plant species, as well as proper removal of invasive plants. Join us in giving the battlefield a little TLC! By clearing out those pesky woody plants and the earthworks safe and sound for generations to come.
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See all- FRSP NPS Earthworks Corps Invasive Species Removal Drop-InBernard’s Cabin Trailhead, Fredericksburg, VA
Become part of the Volunteer Earthworks Corp and join our team, the "Creepy Crawley Coalition!"
"Creeps" works with NPS staff twice a month to remove invasive trees and shrubs threatening our park's historic earthworks.
Meeting Details:
- Location: South Lee Drive: Meet at the trailhead for the Bernard’s Cabin trail.
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What to Wear:
- Long-sleeved shirt
- Pants
- Hat
What to Expect:
NPS staff will meet you at the site and walk you through the area. We’ll identify some earthworks for preservation and give a short demonstration on safely removing woody vegetation and applying herbicide using a dauber bottle.
We’ll provide all the necessary supplies, including:
- Gloves
- Tools
- Safety goggles
- Pesticide
Please come dressed for the field:
- Long-sleeved shirt
- Pants
- Hat
Contact FRSP's Volunteer Coordinator@ ashley_ranalli@nps.gov for more information.
We are so grateful that you’ve chosen to share your time and energy with the park. Your support means the world to us, and you are an incredible resource to our team and to this landscape!
