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Floodplain Forest Cleanup
ORGANIZATION: Friends of the Mississippi River
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Located roughly a mile downstream of downtown Hastings, the Gores Wildlife Management Area consists entirely of Mississippi and Vermillion River floodplain forests. With the spring thaw, a good deal of trash has been revealed in this natural area. Volunteers are sure to find tires, large pieces of marine Styrofoam and other litter that would otherwise pollute our local waters and harm wildlife, including birds in the nearby Migratory Waterfowl Refuge.
While the exact location of this cleanup will depend on water-levels, we're planning to work towards and then along the forested riverfront. If waters are high, we'll stick to adjacent oak savanna and woodlands.
FMR is proud to have played a role in the protection of this natural area, including developing a plan for its long-term restoration in partnership with state and local authorities.
Bags and gloves will be provided, however if you have a good pair of gloves please do bring them.
Due to some of the debris, including sharper metal objects, this particular cleanup may not be a good fit for younger children. Capacity is limited participants are required to register in advance for this event. For more information, including how to register visit: http://fmr.org/participate/events/gores_wildlife_cleanup-2015-05-30
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About Friends of the Mississippi River
Location:
106 West Water Street, Suite 600, Saint Paul, MN 55107, US
Mission Statement
Friends of the Mississippi River (FMR) engages people to protect, restore and enhance the Mississippi River and its watershed in the Twin Cities region.
Description
Friends of the Mississippi River is proud to work with roughly 3,000 volunteers annually.
We keep volunteering simple, fun and satisfying -- there are no applications, and you can sign up for one event or several. We list events especially in need of volunteers here on VolunteerMatch.com, but maintain a full calendar of 60+ events a year at www.fmr.org/events.
Our project work includes conservation and restoration of natural areas and habitat, education on watershed protection issues, and organizing activities that connect the public to the Mississippi River.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Gores Wildlife Management AreaHastings, MN 55033
DATE POSTED
May 26, 2015
SKILLS
- Environmental Policy
- Environmental Science
- Habitat Restoration
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
N/A