Your participation in removing noxious weeds is essential and has a significant impact on the local ecosystem of plants and animals in the preserves. By helping us remove these weeds, you are directly contributing to the protection and restoration of the natural habitat.
If you or a group you belong to is interested in joining a Weeding Crew day, contact Pietro Matinelli (Weed Master). Pietro leads weeding parties during the summer. Look at our calendar of upcoming events to catch a weekly opportunity.
Weeding Crew Dates
Currently Scheduled
Weeding Crew – June 12th
June 12 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 amWeeding Crew – June 14th
June 14 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 amWeeding Crew – June 17th
June 17 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 amWeeding Crew – June 19th
June 19 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 amWeeding Crew – June 21st
June 21 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 amWeeding Crew – June 24th
June 24 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 amWeeding Crew – June 26th
June 26 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 amWeeding Crew – June 28th
June 28 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 am
When Are Work Parties?
Every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, from May 20th to September 2nd, or by arrangement. Typically from 7-10AM, or 6-9AM during extreme heat days.
Where?
Candy Mountain Trailhead parking lot (typically)
- 71004 E. 669 PR N.E., Richland, Washington
Badger Mountain West Trailhead
- 5305 East 210 Pr Northeast, Richland, Washington
Badger Mountain Trailhead
- Trailhead Park, Richland, Washington
Work To Expect?
- Pulling and bagging Yellow Starthistle and Diffuse Knapweed
- Clipping blooms and buds of Skeletonweed
Will Will I Need To Bring?
- Strong gloves – leather is best!
- Long sleeved shirts and long pants recommended for scratch and sun protection
- Small pruning clippers recommended
Signups are required to ensure you’re trained to properly identify weeds, follow proper process to remove or prune them, and to plan the work.