Asian Bittersweet, photo from Invasive Plants: The Threat They Pose 

On 26 October 2024, from 1:30 to 3 pm, Tom Hoagland, President, Friends of Canonchet, and Alan Woodmansee, Master Gardener, will lead this guided trail walk in Canonchet Farm, a 124 acre second growth woodland that has become infested with invasive plants, shrubs and vines.

These plants are increasingly popping up in home gardens due to their prevalence in South County.  Birds spread the seeds. Learn how to identify and control common invasive plants, such as knotweed, porcelain berry, bittersweet, multiflora rose and privet. The trail is easy but does have protruding roots and can sometimes be wet. Appropriate footwear should be worn.

Click here for more information about invasive plants including link to the pamphlet Invasive Plants: The Threat They Pose by the Friends of Canonchet Farm

This walk is free and open to the public. Donations are appreciated. DONATE

Space is limited. Register Below.  We will email the meet up location and directions to those who register a few days before the walk using either office@riwps.org or communications@riwps.org.  (Be sure to check your spam/junk folder if you do not get this email.)

Cancellations. We always have more people who want to attend a walk than can be accommodated. If you find that you cannot attend, notify office@riwps.org as soon as possible.

As with all our walks, sturdy footwear, clothing appropriate for the weather and for protection against sun exposure, ticks and other insects, briers, tree root etc. as well as a sufficient supply of water and nourishment are essential. Dogs are not permitted.