Conservation Halton has been working with the City of Burlington for 15 years on restoring Hidden Valley Park, adding significant ecological value to the local landscape. Hidden Valley Park is located along Grindstone Creek and supports the connectivity of ecological corridors from Cootes Paradise to the Escarpment.
A key component of this restoration work is through invasive plant pulls with community members like you. Managing invasive plants along a creek helps to support native plant growth, biodiversity, and downstream communities. Join us to practice your invasive plant identification and meet like-minded individuals!
Where and When?
- Wednesday, Aug. 13, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, Sept. 17, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- Hidden Valley Park, 1137 Hidden Valley Road, Burlington
- Picnic Area 3-5/Playground #2 parking lot
- Onsite parking available. The group will walk together from the parking lot to the removal area.
Registration and waivers required.
Additional details
- All equipment (e.g., shovels and gloves) will be provided.
- Wear appropriate clothing and closed-toe footwear (e.g., hiking boots or rain boots).
- Bring a refillable water bottle, snacks, sunscreen and insect repellent.
- Washrooms are available on-site.
- In case of hazardous weather, participants will be notified of cancellation by 2 p.m. on the day of the event.
What is an invasive species?
Invasive species are plants, animals, insects and pathogens that are introduced to an area and cause harm to the environment, economy or society. When these species arrive, often accidently, they have no natural predators, which helps them to quickly establish and kill or crowd out native species. Non-native species aren’t all considered invasive species – invasive species must possess the ability to outcompete and overwhelm native species.
Learn more about invasive species at the Invasive Species Centre
Benefits of removing invasive plant species include:
- Protecting natural habitats by allowing native species to thrive, including increasing potential for at-risk species recovery for plants such as American Columbo.
- Enhance water quality by reducing erosion. Native plants have deep roots that keep soil in place and absorb water more efficiently, reducing water runoff and soil erosion.
- Improve biodiversity around Grindstone Creek, improving its resilience to disturbances including climate change and land-use changes.
For more information
For more information visit Conversation Halton.
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