Remove Invasive Vines:
SAVE THE TREES!
Friday, December 5th, 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Join Meredith from CCAN to remove Invasive Vines at Catholic University.
We will meet in the parking lot of Carlini Field at 2:30pm. We will be working in the woods by the athletic fields.
We will spend the first 30 minutes doing a brief training on invasive vines and best practices for removal, and spend about 2 hours removing vines from the trees. We will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix).
Please wear long pants, long sleeves, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! A reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet.
Saturday, December 6th, 9:30am-12:30pm
Join the Hyattsville Tree Stewards and the City of Hyattsville to remove Invasive Vines around the neighborhood.
We will meet at 38th Avenue Park and spend 30 minutes doing training. From there we will break into pairs and head to a list of pre-surveyed residences in the area to offer vine removal for residents. We may also drop off flyers at additional residences.
We will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix). Please wear long pants, long sleeves, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided, so just bring yourself and a good attitude!
A reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet.
Saturday, December 6th, 9:30am – 12:00pm
Join Casey Trees and CCAN as we remove invasive species at one of our protected easement sites – Hellbender Hill!
Over the past few years, we have been working towards restoring the greenspace on this protected conservation easement site by pulling and controlling invasive species. Join us to fight the invasive pressure and contribute to this project.
You provide the volunteers, we provide all the necessary tools and supplies to remove invasives and care for trees. Participants will receive a hands-on training on site. After learning the tools and techniques, participants will split up into groups and begin working throughout the space.
Register now! Before this event, we will send a logistics and directions email with detailed information about how to get to the site.
Wednesday, December 10th, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Join Meredith from CCAN and Community Native Planting Project to remove Invasive Vines at the 2-acres that CNPP is transforming into a welcoming natural area next to Publick Playhouse in Hyattsville, MD.
We will meet in the southwest corner of the parking lot at 9am and walk to the worksite from there. We will start with a brief training on invasive species and best practices for removal, and spend about 2 hours removing invasives. Half of the group will work on arborized vines and the other half will focus on bush honeysuckle and removing other invasives.
Please wear long pants, long sleeves, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided, so just bring yourself and a good attitude! A reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet.
Wednesday, December 17th, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Join Meredith from CCAN to remove Invasive Vines at Browning’s Grove Park in Riverdale, MD.
We will meet at the parking lot by the playground at 9am. We will spend the first 30 minutes doing introductions and training, then we will remove vines until about 12pm. We will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix).
Please wear long pants, long sleeves, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided, so just bring yourself and a good attitude!
A reminder email will be sent out the day before with detailed instructions on where to meet.
CCAN is partnering with Casey Trees to tackle invasive vines on both private property and public lands in Prince George’s County and DC.
Our Goal is to mobilize volunteers in disadvantaged communities to save thousands of trees, connect with community members, and empower residents to take ownership of their local trees.
Non-native invasive plant species, particularly vines, pose a significant threat to trees. Trees provide countless benefits to both people and wildlife, including sequestering carbon!
- Help to filter air and water
- Control stormwater
- Conserve energy
- Provide habitat
- Reduce noise
- Add economic value to communities
DIY: Learn How to Remove Invasive Vines with This Video!
Can’t wait to get started saving trees before one of our events?
Watch this video to learn how to remove invasive vines on your own (or with a friend or three!)
You’ll learn how to identify English Ivy and the proper steps to remove it.
Our Events:
Park events: Join these if you’ve never removed invasive vines before and want to learn how! We will host park events on a monthly basis. This is an opportunity to get trained in invasive vine removal and help out ecosystems in our local green spaces
Door-to-door events: These will be the beating heart of our program. We will be heading out on foot every other week to knock on doors and remove invasive vines from private residences. This is an opportunity to engage in conversations, educate the public, and provide a much-needed service to community members. These are also a fantastic way to get your steps in! Please attend a park event first so we can train you to safely and effectively remove invasive vines.
Want to Get Involved With CCAN's Invasive Vines Program?
Request Invasive Vine Removal
Meet Meredith Prescott: CCAN's Invasive Vines Manager
“In my time working in DC parks, I have built trails, planted trees, installed countless erosion control structures, and even constructed a boardwalk or two. However, there has been no project that is both rewarding and low-maintenance like invasive species removal. It’s a tangible, hands-on way to make a noticeable difference in a short time and a great way to build community around outdoor work. We may not be able to fix the systemic issues that have gotten us to this point in the climate crisis, but we can all go outside and tackle those invasive vines one by one. And in the face of massive biodiversity loss at a global level, it is more necessary than ever.
I am thrilled to kick off this new chapter with CCAN, reigniting this volunteer program and working towards making every green space accessible and thriving. Every vine pulled is a step towards a greener, more equitable world. Let’s get to work!”
Read the full blog post here:
Resources:
- Learn about the threat of invasive vines
- Learn how you can remove invasive vines
- Download the Invasive Vines Handout in English
- Download the Invasive Vines Handout in Spanish
This project is sponsored through a partnership between CCAN and Casey Trees, and is funded in part by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service.
USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
