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Volunteers will learn about one of the most beautiful areas in the Upper Mississippi River Basin, Pine Bend Bluffs Scientific and Natural Area, and assist with critical habitat restoration work in this hidden gem. The Pine Bend Scientific and Natural Area is known for some of the best views of the Upper Mississippi River, and is an award-winning restoration project!

Ecologist Joe Walton and other FMR staff will train volunteers to identify and remove invasive narrowleaf bittercress and garlic mustard in an effort to improve the ecological health of the natural communities that are found there. Narrowleaf bittercress is an invasive species that has only recently been reported in Minnesota but is spreading at an alarming rate along the St. Croix and Mississippi Rivers. Garlic mustard is an exotic plant that outcompetes native plants for nutrients, light and space. Removing these weedy species will help to enhance Pine Bend's ecological integrity and protect its threatened native plant species.

As always, training, gloves, tools and guidance will be provided.

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