Please join us for one of these free events! Drop-ins are welcome, but it’s best if you email or call Ben VanderWeide in advance (bvanderweide@oaklandtownship.org, 248-651-7810 ext. 401). If you RSVP you will receive information about last minute changes or cancellations. You can also use the form at the bottom of the page to RSVP.
Garlic Mustard Pull Workdays
Garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolata) and dame’s rocket (Hesperis matronalis) spread aggressively through natural areas, pushing out the native plants that wildlife need. We need your help to remove these invasive plants from our parks! Pulls last from 9 am to 12 pm, but will be cancelled if weather is bad. It’s easy work and we provide tools and refreshments.
| Event | Location | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garlic Mustard Pull | Bear Creek Nature Park | May 3 | 9 am – 12 pm |
| Garlic Mustard Pull | Bear Creek Nature Park | May 10 | 9 am – 12 pm |
| Garlic Mustard Pull | Blue Heron Environmental Area | May 17 | 9 am – 12 pm |
| Garlic Mustard Pull | meet at Paint Creek Cider Mill.We will be working along the Paint Creek Trail in Oakland Township. | May 24 | 9 am – 12 pm |
What to Bring
Please remember to wear long pants and closed-toe shoes suitable for uneven terrain. Please dress for the weather and bring gloves if you have them. We provide tools, light snacks, water, and know-how. All minors must have a waiver signed by a guardian, and minors under 14 must be accompanied by a guardian.
