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Volunteer Habitat Restoration Program Update 2023
Crystal City CouncilTuesday, October 17, 2023
Watch on original sourceVolunteer habitat restoration program overview
Buckthorn removal strategy and challenges
Oak Savannah and Oak Woodland Brushland conservation
Educational component of restoration work
Ecological diversity and endangered species dependency
Program progress at Bassett Creek Park and Heg Meister Park
Grant funding opportunities for habitat maintenance
Demographics of volunteer participation
Future management plans for invasive species
Full Document Analysis
Notable Quotes (2)
it seems to me that when a volunteer shows up for one of these they have a tendency to come for the rest of the season
volunteer engagementDiscussing volunteer motivation.
I'd like to get funding for cut and treat... a pesticide applicator is just for the biggest Buckthorn trees
fundingDiscussing future resource needs.
People (2)
Rachel BronVice ChairLead presenter on the volunteer habitat restoration program and Buckthorn removal efforts.
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Lead presenter on the volunteer habitat restoration program and Buckthorn removal efforts.
“it seems to me that when a volunteer shows up for one of these they have a tendency to come for the rest of the season”
Describing volunteer retention and engagement.
John ElholsPark DirectorProvides direction for the restoration program and site selection.
Provides direction for the restoration program and site selection.
Places Mentioned
Crystal (City)Bassett Creek ParkHeg Meister ParkMemory Lane Park
Events & Meetings (2)
- May/June/July restoration sessions
- 2008 Natural Resources Inventory