June 2 - A free workshop will be held on the front lawn of the Wilson Creek Visitor’s Center
at 9 AM. Participants will learn how to identify non-native invasive
plants that are threatening the ecological integrity of Wilson Creek and
how to best manage them. Cost-share incentive programs for management
on larger private properties will be presented.
Wilson Creek is a designated Wild and Scenic River Corridor with outstanding resource waters suitable for natural trout propagation. Many unique natural communities occur along its 23.3 mile riparian area. It is a popular destination for anglers and outdoors enthusiasts alike. Invasive exotic plants such as Japanese Knotweed, Kudzu, Oriental Bittersweet, Japanese Spiraea and others are invading these natural communities and threatening the ecological integrity of the river corridor.
Multiple agencies and organizations including the Friends of Wilson Creek, Foothills Conservancy, The Nature Conservancy, Western North Carolina Alliance, US Forest Service, NC Forest Service, and NC Wildlife Resource Commission are joining together to address non-native invasive plants within the Wilson Creek Wild and Scenic River Corridor and initiate management efforts.
Volunteers are being sought to assist in management efforts. The June 2 workshop will introduce the project, train participants on the identification of target plants, demonstrate best control techniques, and discuss incentive programs for private landowners. To register for the event or receive more information, call 828-437-9930 or akota@foothillsconservancy.org.
Wilson Creek is a designated Wild and Scenic River Corridor with outstanding resource waters suitable for natural trout propagation. Many unique natural communities occur along its 23.3 mile riparian area. It is a popular destination for anglers and outdoors enthusiasts alike. Invasive exotic plants such as Japanese Knotweed, Kudzu, Oriental Bittersweet, Japanese Spiraea and others are invading these natural communities and threatening the ecological integrity of the river corridor.
Multiple agencies and organizations including the Friends of Wilson Creek, Foothills Conservancy, The Nature Conservancy, Western North Carolina Alliance, US Forest Service, NC Forest Service, and NC Wildlife Resource Commission are joining together to address non-native invasive plants within the Wilson Creek Wild and Scenic River Corridor and initiate management efforts.
Volunteers are being sought to assist in management efforts. The June 2 workshop will introduce the project, train participants on the identification of target plants, demonstrate best control techniques, and discuss incentive programs for private landowners. To register for the event or receive more information, call 828-437-9930 or akota@foothillsconservancy.org.
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