Cutting of invasive bittersweet and honeysuckle vines climbing trees and shrubs on edges of fields. If soil is moist small bittersweet and honeysuckle vines may be pulled by hand or with use of tools in wooded areas with patches of valued wildflowers and ferns. No prior experience is needed. Areas with poison ivy will be avoided. Bring gardening gloves if you have them and wear a hat. Long pants and close-toe shoes are also required. Tools: If you have gardening gloves bring them, Ivy Creek has a limited quantity of gloves available. Ivy Creek can provide hand pruners, loppers, and saws for about 2/3’s of the volunteers. Bring a water bottle.
Invasive Vine & Shrub Removal Project
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September 17, 2025
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9:30 - 12:30
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Description
Additional Information
Register by Sep 16, 2025
Q: Minimum age to participate.
A: You must be age 18 or older to participate.
Q: Driving Directions
A: > Take Martha Jefferson Dr and State Farm Blvd to US-250 W -- 3 min (0.7 mi)
> Follow US-250 W to Co Rd 654/Barracks Rd. Take the Co Rd 654/Barracks Rd exit from US-250 W -- 9 min (4.4 mi)
> Take Georgetown Rd, Hydraulic Rd and Earlysville Rd to Paved Trl -- 7 min (2.9 mi)
Q: Details of tools required.
A: If you have gardening gloves bring them, Ivy Creek has a limited quantity of gloves available. Ivy Creek can provide hand pruners, loppers, and saws for about 2/3’s of the volunteers.
Q: Plan for bad weather.
A: Heavy rain cancels
Q: Details of Provided Drinks
A: Water will be available but you will need to bring a reusable water bottle.
