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WHAT:

Join the Town of Hillsboro and Loudoun Invasive Removal Alliance (LIRA) for an invasive plant identification and removal training led by experts from Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a local environmental consultancy. Invasive plants are a growing threat to the environment and native wildlife in our area. Learn how to identify the most problematic invasive plants and use appropriate removal methods. During the event, participants will identify and/or remove invasive plants, including invasive trees (Tree of Heaven, Callery/Bradford Pear); invasive vines (English ivy, Honeysuckle, Asiatic Bittersweet); and invasive bushes (Multi Flora Rose, Wineberry).

WHEN:
Sunday, May 17: 10:00AM - 1:00PM

WHERE:
We will meet in the Hillsboro Old Stone School located at 37098 Charles Town Pike, Hillsboro, VA 20132. There will be signage to help direct you. Please park in the adjacent Hillsboro Charter Academy parking lot.

WHO:
The training is open to residents and the general public. Not suitable for children under 12. Only adults over 18 can work on the team that will be applying chemicals, but minors who attend with a parent or guardian can work on the lopping or hand pulling.

WHAT TO BRING:
Hand pruners, loppers, and hatchets if you have them (but not required). Bring a water bottle and work gloves (we will have safety glasses and gloves for anyone who doesn’t have any or forgets). If you come just to observe, the equipment is not necessary.

WHAT TO WEAR:
Dress for the weather. Wear closed-toe shoes, long sleeves and long pants since we will be in naturalized open space. Consider wearing a hat.

REGISTER:
Please register below. If you have any issues or questions, please contact the Town of Hillsboro at info@hillsborova.gov or call 540.486.8001.