Havenwoods staff, FOH members, and volunteers work together to provide environmental education and recreation opportunities for people of all ages AND to nurture the land for people, plants, and wildlife.

That's a big job . . . trails to maintain, weeds to pull, lawns to mow, and visitors to greet! Here are some of the ways that individuals and groups can give Havenwoods a hand:

Over the years, the land at Havenwoods has healed incredibly. You may remember Havenwoods as a county prison, waste dumpsite, and Nike missile site. Recovery and restoration have come a long way, but there is still much to do. One problem is the invasive plants that are taking over recovering habitats. See Invaders of the Forest.

Individuals and groups are invited to reduce stress and increase exercise by pulling, cutting, digging, and hauling invasive plants! In spring, come tackle garlic mustard and dame's rocket. In early summer, crown vetch and bird's foot trefoil demand attention. During late summer, it's time for thistles, teasel, and wild parsnip. And, in fall and winter, you can cut buckthorn, honeysuckle, and Russian olive. It's a year-long exercise plan!

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Havenwoods has over 6 miles of trails! To maintain them, staff and volunteers need to add wood chips, prune overhanging branches, and fill potholes. Trail maintenance is usually done during the warm weather months. Call to schedule a time for you or your group to lend a hand.

Don't forget

National Trails Day

June 2010

Day to be announced

9:00 am – 3:00 pm!

Tend a garden

Kids get their hands dirty and learn to garden in our kids' gardening program. They can always use a little help staying on top of the weeds! We'll provide the tools and directions if you will provide the time and effort. You can work in the gardens any time during the growing season between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. Please give a call (414) 527-0232 to set up a time.