WEEKEND WEED WARRIORS at McDowell Nature Preserve - January 24, 2026

Get Connected Icon Happens On Jan 24, 2026
Get Connected Icon 10:00am-12:00

Description

WANTED: Invasive plant Elaeagnus sp. - AKA Silverberry! 

REWARD: Protection of McDowell Nature Preserve's native species and natural communities! 

Welcome the New Year by meeting the staff at McDowell Nature Center to connect with people and nature, while making a positive difference in the community by removing invasive plant species! Come prepared to cut down small shrubs with provided hand tools. Plants will be located off-trail over uneven terrain. Individual pre-registration is REQUIRED for ALL Volunteers! 

  • Please bring your own sunscreen, bug spray, water bottle and snacks.
  • Dress appropriately to be working outdoors for 2.5 hours; long pants and closed-toe shoes are required! Please bring your own work gloves.
  • Volunteers 12 years old and up are welcome - Anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/adult at all times.

Contact Ariel.Lowery@MeckNC.gov or call 704-517-2657 if you have questions! 

Details

Get Connected Icon Volunteers should be between the ages of 12 and 95.
Get Connected Icon Is Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Is Outdoors
Inclement Weather Plan: Date may be rescheduled or cancelled in case of heavy rain or storms.
Get Connected Icon Is Not Wheelchair Accessible
Get Connected Icon Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes!

Location

Get Connected Icon McDowell Nature Center
15222 South York Road
Charlotte, NC  28278