Join us for a weedy weekend in Mount Rose Wilderness! We will be leading an invasive weed removal project as part of the Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful Great Community Clean-up! We will meet at the Hunter Creek trailhead at 8 am and hike to a location along the Hunter Creek Trail as a group to remove the invasive musk thistle.
Musk thistle is classified as a noxious weed which spreads prolifically and negatively impacts native ecosystems. This weed thrives in disturbed areas like fire scars and replaces native plants. As wildfire seasons rage hotter and longer, restoration is vital to ensure native species have a fighting change at survival. Musk thistle competes with desirable native plants, and because of it's spiny nature, wildlife rarely graze upon it. When left unmanaged, it can take over and transform the landscape. Removing this invading species directly supports the health of our native ecosystems. Weed pulls are a fun way to spend time outdoors and help support the health of our native ecosystems.
Photos from the 2024 Great Community Clean Up with KTMB
Read more about the beautiful Mount Rose Wilderness here!
Information:
Difficulty: Easy - See our difficulty rating scale here. This project is suitable for a wide range of physical abilities. It’s great for individuals new to volunteer conservation work. Appropriate for children over 12 years old with a parent or guardian. The project involves hiking 1-2 miles, partially off-trail, some steep hills up and down, carrying a shovel, using the shovel, and bending up and down.
Location: Hunter Creek Trailhead
Dates: Saturday, May 3rd, 8am - 12pm
Gear/Clothing: Long sleeves, long pants, sturdy work or hiking shoes. Bring at least 2 liters of water, sunscreen, and a lunch/snacks. Shovels and gloves will be provided.
More Details: Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful is hosting a lunch with food and drinks right after the project. More details will be provided day of, the morning of the project.
Questions?: Check out our FAQ page here or email [email protected]
RSVP on the KTMB Website HERE!
RSVP is required to participate.
Friends of Nevada Wilderness and our partners put a great deal of time and resources into organizing volunteer projects. When you RSVP you are committing to join us on that project. We understand circumstances may arise where you need to cancel. So, if you’re no longer able to attend, please cancel your RSVP as soon as possible so other volunteers can join the project. You can cancel your RSVP through the cancellation link in your project confirmation email or by emailing [email protected]
