Friday, June 21, from 9 AM to 1 PM, we're hosting a Weed Pulling Party at Big Creek, just south of Yachats.

We will be hand-pulling noxious weeds like Tansy, foxglove, scotch broom, and non-native brassicas to help native plants flourish. All weeds will be piled and tarped for composting. This work takes place in the floodplain restoration site that MCWC, OPRD, USFS, and other partners completed in 2020. The area is being utilized by Oregon Silverspot butterflies. Native plantings in the floodplain area create a flowering corridor for butterflies moving between occupied sites, and pulling invasive weeds helps the native plants flourish!

Details:

• Location: Big Creek (https://goo.gl/maps/ZDGMuRh1AoKynKr49)

• Time: 9 AM - 1 PM

• Meeting Options: Meet at Big Creek at 9 or carpool from the MidCoast office in Newport. If carpooling, meet at 8 AM at the MCWC office (914 SW Coast Highway, Newport, OR 97365).

• Parking Information: Park along the gravel pullouts on Big Creek Road, 1/2 mile east of Hwy 101. Plenty of parking is available, but carpooling is encouraged.

What to Bring: Wear hiking boots or rubber boots and dress in layers to prepare for varying weather conditions. Bring plenty of water to stay hydrated. We will provide snacks and tools.

Please let Natalie (natalie@midcoastwc.org) know if you'll be joining us, your participation makes a huge difference!