CHOP THE BURDOCK!- Eagle Creek (see Map for location) Saturday, 1 May 9AM to 12N
Our 2nd event removing invasive burdock from the newly restored stretch of Eagle Creek!
Sat, May 1, 2027 9:00 AM (CDT)
Eagle Creek AMA parking lot off of the W Highway 101 Frontage Road,
Savage,
Minnesota
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Join us as we continue TCTU's work on Eagle Creek. There's some fun work to be done on the stretch that was restored last summer!!
WHAT IS BURDOCK?
- Commonly called "cockleburs"
- Burdock is an invasive biennial weed that grows 2 to 5 feet tall. It features large heart-shaped leaves, pink-to-purple thistle-like flowers, and sticky hooked burrs that cling to clothing and fur.
- For more info on burdock click here
WHAT WILL WE DO
- Meet at the location, sign waivers & get a briefing
- Then walk the stretch & chop down burdock, 2-3" below the ground
- Enjoy a lunch afterwards
WHAT TO BRING
- Dress for the weather
- Bring a spade
- Water!
- A camp or lawn chair for the post event lunch
WHAT WILL BE PROVIDED
- Gloves & bug spray as needed
- Info on identifying burdock
- Lunch after the event!
NOTE: check your email before leaving for the event, in case of a cancellation!
Thanks for you willingness to protect the wild places we love!
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Eagle Creek AMA parking lot off of the W Highway 101 Frontage Road
Savage,
Minnesota
55378