Want to improve habitat for birds and other wildlife but not sure where to start? Learn about how to identify and then remove a pervasive invasive (yes, that rhymes!) called Morrow's Honeysuckle. This species of honeysuckle out competes native shrubs and young trees that offer critical breeding habitat for migrating and resident birds such as the Chestnut-sided Warbler, Common Yellowthroat, Gray Catbird, and more. 

We will spend our morning removing Morrow's Honeysuckle from along our trails both on the upper and lower portion of our property with the following tools: loppers, handsaws, and shovels. Audubon will provide some snacks, tools and gloves for anyone who registers, but feel free to bring your own. 

What to wear:

• Durable, comfortable work or hiking boots (you must wear close-toed shoes)
• Long, lightweight pants 
• If possible, a non-cotton tee or shirt (something breathable and quick dry is best) 
• Sunhat and sunglasses
• Sunscreen and bug spray
• Water

We will start with some invasives on the lower half of the property before making our way up to Arboretum and Warbler Trails. In total, we will likely walk about 1-1.5 miles. We will be standing most of the time - some trails have benches, but feel free to pack a camp chair to rest on. 

Have questions? Contact Sarah, sarah.hooghuis@audubon.org