Eagle Creek Buckthorn Removal

TCTU invites volunteers to clear buckthorn (an invasive species) in the Eagle Creek State Aquatic Management Area (AMA).  Most of the buckthorn is relatively large and will need to be cut with chainsaws, and piled along the stream bank.  Volunteers may park in the lot at 8401 Eagle Creek Parkway in Savage, and proceed down a trail into the Eagle Creek valley.  Eagle Creek is a Heritage Brook Trout Stream, running through Minnesota's first established AMA.  It is one of four restored trout streams in the Twin City area.  At least two certified chainsaw operators will be needed.  Following the 9AM to 12 PM shift, TCTU cooks will be serving burgers at the parking lot.  If enough volunteers are interested in working longer, we will continue work into the afternoon.  Volunteers are advised to dress for winter conditions, bring leather gloves, and either hip waders or high rubber boots.  Full COVID vaccination is strongly recommended.