Stewards of the Northern Kettle Moraine: Zillmer Invasive Plant Removal
Description
Like the last few years, we are expanding our volunteer efforts to target two other invasive plants, Japanese hedge parsley and cut-leaf teasel starting in the Zillmer trails area. Japanese hedge parsley, an easily overlooked member of the carrot family, is particularly abundant in this part of the Northern Unit and we will concentrate on the hiking trails because it has a seed that clings to clothing and animal hair.
Past control efforts by DNR staff and our volunteers have had positive results. Volunteer days for removal of Japanese hedge parsley in the Zillmer area are as follows:
- Tuesdays, June 23 and June 30 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Thursday, June 25 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Saturday, June 27 from 9 to noon.
Meet at the Zillmer Shelter on SS. The schedule of dates list the group outings of the Stewards of the Northern Kettle Moraine and are planned to optimize our collective efforts. We would like to accommodate additional dates and times that better fit any interested individuals or groups; please call Connie with any requests or proposals.
The Friends of the Kettle Moraine have long been committed to preserving and protecting our land and water. We hope by volunteering, you will experience the deep rewards that come from contributing to the preservation of biodiversity in the Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit. Please contact Connie Ramthun, Volunteer Coordinator, with any questions or concerns. She will put you on the emailing list with details of the work involved, what to wear and what to bring. You will also get a reminder on the workdays a few days beforehand.
This event is weather-dependent.
Group/Program Hosting: Friends of the Kettle Moraine
Property & Event Location: Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit, Zillmer trail area picnic shelter (W833 County Rd SS, Campbellsport, WI 53010)
Event Contact: Connie Ramthun, connieramthun@gmail.com, 920-533-8939