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SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Riley Creek Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100. \n\n\n\nMeet at the entrance located across the street from the house at 17256 Tilia Ridge. Bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. Buckthorn daubers will be provided to treat the cut stumps. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Work/garden gloves\, water\, bug spray\, sunscreen and eyeglasses are recommended. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. RSVP to marilynntorkelson@gmail.com All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-at-riley-creek-conservation-area-2/
LOCATION:Riley Creek CA – Tilia Ridge Entrance\, 17256 Tilia Ridge\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Eden Prairie Parks":MAILTO:friendsofepparks@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260912T024435Z
CREATED:20260912T024431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T024435Z
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SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Miller Park/Mitchell Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of Eden Prairie Parks volunteers removing buckthorn at Miller Park. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100.Meet next to the boat launch parking lot. Just bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk a short distance to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants.RSVP is appreciated but not required. All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site.For more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/ 
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-miller-park-mitchell-lake/
LOCATION:Miller Park boat launch\, 6009 Topeca 91356\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Nehl":MAILTO:jamesnehl@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T215727Z
CREATED:20260916T193016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T215727Z
UID:3048-1791882000-1791889200@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Staring Lake Park
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Staring Lake Park. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Staring Lake Park West Fishing Pier. Just bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk a short distance to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. Email Larry Link at llink@outlook.com   All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/ 
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-at-staring-lake-park-2/
LOCATION:Staring Lake Park West Fishing Pier\, 14695 Staring Lake Pkwy\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55344
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Link":MAILTO:llink@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260916T193755Z
CREATED:20260805T213819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T193755Z
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SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100. \n\n\n\nMeet at the entrance across the street from the house at 17256 Tilia Ridge. Bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. Buckthorn daubers will be provided to treat the cut stumps. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Work/garden gloves\, water\, bug spray\, sunscreen and eyeglasses are recommended. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. RSVP to marilynntorkelson@gmail.com All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-11/
LOCATION:Riley Creek CA – Tilia Ridge Entrance\, 17256 Tilia Ridge\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Marilynn and Tom Torkelson":MAILTO:marilynntorkelson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260928T181732Z
CREATED:20260928T181729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T181732Z
UID:3318-1792144800-1792152000@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal Riley Creek C.A. Tilia Ridge entrance
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100. \n\n\n\nMeet at the entrance across the street from the house at 17256 Tilia Ridge. Bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. Buckthorn daubers will be provided to treat the cut stumps. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Work/garden gloves\, water\, bug spray\, sunscreen and eyeglasses are recommended. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. RSVP to marilynntorkelson@gmail.com All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-riley-creek-c-a-tilia-ridge-entrance/
LOCATION:Riley Creek CA – Tilia Ridge Entrance\, 17256 Tilia Ridge\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Eden Prairie Parks":MAILTO:friendsofepparks@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260928T180115Z
CREATED:20260928T180112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T180115Z
UID:3316-1792155600-1792162800@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Seed Collection Event Prairie Bluff Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Karli Wittner\, forestry and natural resources supervisor with the city of Eden Prairie is hosting a prairie seed collection event for restoration of nearby areas. Training and bags will be provided. Meet at the picnic shelter at 6410 Indigo Drive in Eden Prairie.
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/seed-collection-event-prairie-bluff-conservation-area/
LOCATION:Prairie Bluff Picnic Shelter\, 6410 Indigo Drive\, Eden Prairie\, MN\, 55347\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Eden Prairie Parks":MAILTO:friendsofepparks@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260912T015836Z
CREATED:20260909T211809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T015836Z
UID:2913-1792231200-1792238400@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Birch Island Woods Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Help Restore Birch Island Woods by volunteering to remove buckthorn from the BIWCA. Buckthorn is an invasive species\, that left to its own devices will prevent the growth of the next generation of native plants and trees in forests and woodland areas. \n\n\n\nMeet at the intersection of Birch Island Rd. and Harlan Dr. (on the south side of the BIWCA). \n\n\n\nJust bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. A brief review on how to identify and remove buckthorn will be provided. All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. Volunteers must be age 12 or older.
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-16/
LOCATION:Birch Island Woods South\, 6608 Harlan Drive\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55346\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Millin":MAILTO:jwmillin01@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261019T180000
DTSTAMP:20261002T195532Z
CREATED:20261002T195529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T195532Z
UID:3339-1792425600-1792432800@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal Edenbrook Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at the east side of Edenbrook Conservation Area. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100.  \n\n\n\nMeet at 6601 Duck Lake Road. Just bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk a short distance to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required to GOlson8@yahoo.com   All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/ 
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-edenbrook-conservation-area-2/
LOCATION:Edenbrook Conservation Area East Entrance\, 6601 Duck Lake Rd\, Eden Prairie\, Mn\, 55346
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Eden Prairie Parks":MAILTO:friendsofepparks@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T215249Z
CREATED:20260916T203349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T215249Z
UID:3058-1792486800-1792494000@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Staring Lake Park
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Staring Lake Park. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Staring Lake Park West Fishing Pier. Just bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk a short distance to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. Email Larry Link at llink@outlook.com All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/ 
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/3058/
LOCATION:Staring Lake Park West Fishing Pier\, 14695 Staring Lake Pkwy\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55344
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Link":MAILTO:llink@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260916T194010Z
CREATED:20260805T214102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T194010Z
UID:2809-1792576800-1792584000@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the entrace across the street from the house at 17256 Tilia Ridge. Bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. Buckthorn daubers will be provided to treat the cut stumps. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Work/garden gloves\, water\, bug spray\, sunscreen and eyeglasses are recommended. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/ 
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-12/
LOCATION:Riley Creek CA – Tilia Ridge Entrance\, 17256 Tilia Ridge\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Marilynn and Tom Torkelson":MAILTO:marilynntorkelson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260928T182240Z
CREATED:20260928T182236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T182240Z
UID:3325-1792749600-1792756800@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal Riley Creek CA Tilia Ridge entrance
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100. \n\n\n\nMeet at the entrance across the street from the house at 17256 Tilia Ridge. Bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. Buckthorn daubers will be provided to treat the cut stumps. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Work/garden gloves\, water\, bug spray\, sunscreen and eyeglasses are recommended. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. RSVP to marilynntorkelson@gmail.com All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-riley-creek-ca-tilia-ridge-entrance/
LOCATION:Riley Creek CA – Tilia Ridge Entrance\, 17256 Tilia Ridge\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Eden Prairie Parks":MAILTO:friendsofepparks@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T120000
DTSTAMP:20261002T200013Z
CREATED:20261002T200009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T200013Z
UID:3341-1792749600-1792756800@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal Edenbrook Conservation Area East
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at the east side of Edenbrook Conservation Area. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100.  \n\n\n\nMeet at 6601 Duck Lake Road. Just bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk a short distance to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required to Mark McPherson0@gmail.com  All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/ 
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-edenbrook-conservation-area-east/
LOCATION:Edenbrook Conservation Area East Entrance\, 6601 Duck Lake Rd\, Eden Prairie\, Mn\, 55346
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Eden Prairie Parks":MAILTO:friendsofepparks@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260912T024935Z
CREATED:20260912T024931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T024935Z
UID:2948-1792836000-1792843200@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Miller Park/Mitchell Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of Eden Prairie Parks volunteers removing buckthorn at Miller Park. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100.Meet next to the boat launch parking lot. Just bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk a short distance to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants.RSVP is appreciated but not required. All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site.For more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/ 
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-miller-park-mitchell-lake-2/
LOCATION:Miller Park boat launch\, 6009 Topeca 91356\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Nehl":MAILTO:jamesnehl@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260912T020352Z
CREATED:20260827T211021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T020352Z
UID:2839-1792936800-1792944000@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Rice Marsh Lake Park
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Rice Marsh Lake Park. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100. \n\n\n\nMeet at Rice Marsh Lake Park Eden Prairie entrance\, 8266 Erin Bay\, Eden Prairie 55347. Bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. Buckthorn daubers will be provided to treat the cut stumps. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk about a third of a mile to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Work/garden gloves\, water\, sunscreen and eyeglasses are recommended. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. RSVP to Laura.Jester@earthlink.net  Call Laura at (952)270-1990 with questions. All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site.   \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-13/
LOCATION:Rice Marsh Lake Park\, 8266 Erin Bay\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Jester":MAILTO:laura.jester@earthlink.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260916T194422Z
CREATED:20260805T213526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T194422Z
UID:2805-1793181600-1793188800@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100. \n\n\n\nMeet at the entrance across the street from the house at 17256 Tilia Ridge. Bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. Buckthorn daubers will be provided to treat the cut stumps. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Work/garden gloves\, water\, bug spray\, sunscreen and eyeglasses are recommended. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. RSVP to marilynntorkelson@gmail.com All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-10/
LOCATION:Riley Creek CA – Tilia Ridge Entrance\, 17256 Tilia Ridge\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Marilynn and Tom Torkelson":MAILTO:marilynntorkelson@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260918T214656Z
CREATED:20260916T192451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T214656Z
UID:3045-1793354400-1793361600@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Staring Lake Park
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Staring Lake Park’s West Fishing Pier.  \n\n\n\nBuckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Staring Lake Park West Fishing Pier. Just bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk a short distance to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. Email Larry Link at llink@outlook.com. All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/ 
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-at-staring-lake-park/
LOCATION:Staring Lake Park West Fishing Pier\, 14695 Staring Lake Pkwy\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55344
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Link":MAILTO:llink@outlook.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260928T182605Z
CREATED:20260928T182602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T182605Z
UID:3328-1793354400-1793361600@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal Riley Creek CA Tilia Ridge entrance
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100. \n\n\n\nMeet at the entrance across the street from the house at 17256 Tilia Ridge. Bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. Buckthorn daubers will be provided to treat the cut stumps. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Work/garden gloves\, water\, bug spray\, sunscreen and eyeglasses are recommended. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. RSVP to marilynntorkelson@gmail.com All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-riley-creek-ca-tilia-ridge-entrance-2/
LOCATION:Riley Creek CA – Tilia Ridge Entrance\, 17256 Tilia Ridge\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Eden Prairie Parks":MAILTO:friendsofepparks@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T120000
DTSTAMP:20260912T020136Z
CREATED:20260909T212516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T020136Z
UID:2916-1793440800-1793448000@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Birch Island Woods Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Help Restore Birch Island Woods by volunteering to remove buckthorn from the BIWCA. Buckthorn is an invasive species\, that left to its own devices will prevent the growth of the next generation of native plants and trees in forests and woodland areas. \n\n\n\nMeet at the intersection of Birch Island Rd. and Harlan Dr. (on the south side of the BIWCA). \n\n\n\nThe City of Eden Prairie will provide tools and supplies\, but feel free to bring your own pruning saws\, loppers and gloves that you may want to use. A brief review on how to identify and remove buckthorn will be provided. All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. Volunteers must be age 12 or older.
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-17/
LOCATION:Birch Island Woods South\, 6608 Harlan Drive\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55346\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Millin":MAILTO:jwmillin01@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260918T215154Z
CREATED:20260914T213736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T215154Z
UID:3025-1793786400-1793793600@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100. \n\n\n\nMeet at Cedar Hills Park parking lot at 9580 Eden Prairie Road. Bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. Buckthorn daubers will be provided to treat the cut stumps. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Work/garden gloves\, water\, bug spray\, sunscreen and eyeglasses are recommended. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. RSVP to marilynntorkelson@gmail.com All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-24/
LOCATION:Cedar Hills Park\, 9580 Eden Prairie Road\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Marilynn and Tom Torkelson":MAILTO:marilynntorkelson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T120000
DTSTAMP:20261001T143509Z
CREATED:20260924T222739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T143509Z
UID:3300-1794132000-1794139200@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal Forest Hills
DESCRIPTION:We will be working in the forest north of Forest Hills Elementary School. Meet in the parking lot behind the school building\, accessed by a service road off of Baker Road by the baseball field. \n\n\n\nJoin FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Forest Hills School Park. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100.  \n\n\n\nJust bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk a short distance to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. Email Rochelle.Spanel@gmail.com All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site.  \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/ 
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-forest-hills/
LOCATION:Forest Hills School Park\, 13708 Holly Road\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55346\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Eden Prairie Parks":MAILTO:friendsofepparks@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260918T215107Z
CREATED:20260914T224224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T215107Z
UID:3028-1794391200-1794398400@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100. \n\n\n\nMeet at Cedar Hills Park parking lot at 9580 Eden Prairie Road. Bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. Buckthorn daubers will be provided to treat the cut stumps. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Work/garden gloves\, water\, bug spray\, sunscreen and eyeglasses are recommended. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. RSVP to marilynntorkelson@gmail.com All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-25/
LOCATION:Cedar Hills Park\, 9580 Eden Prairie Road\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Marilynn and Tom Torkelson":MAILTO:marilynntorkelson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260912T025205Z
CREATED:20260912T025201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T025205Z
UID:2950-1794650400-1794657600@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Miller Park/Mitchell Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of Eden Prairie Parks volunteers removing buckthorn at Miller Park. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100.Meet next to the boat launch parking lot. Just bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk a short distance to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants.RSVP is appreciated but not required. All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site.For more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/ 
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-miller-park-mitchell-lake-3/
LOCATION:Miller Park boat launch\, 6009 Topeca 91356\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Nehl":MAILTO:jamesnehl@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260918T215528Z
CREATED:20260914T224716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T215528Z
UID:3031-1794996000-1795003200@friendsofepparks.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal - Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Join FEPP volunteers removing buckthorn at Riley Creek Woods Conservation Area. Buckthorn is an invasive species in the state of Minnesota and harms our woodland ecosystems. This event is open to ages 12-100. \n\n\n\nMeet at Cedar Hills Park parking lot at 9580 Eden Prairie Road. Bring yourself and your favorite buckthorn busting tool (sorry\, chainsaws are not allowed). Electric pruning shears and reciprocating saws are permitted. A limited amount of pruning saws and loppers will be available to borrow. Buckthorn daubers will be provided to treat the cut stumps. A brief review on how to identify buckthorn and instructions for cutting or pulling will be provided. We will walk to the buckthorn location and will be working off-trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Work/garden gloves\, water\, bug spray\, sunscreen and eyeglasses are recommended. \n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated but not required. RSVP to marilynntorkelson@gmail.com All participants must sign a volunteer waiver form\, which will be available at the event site. \n\n\n\nFor more information on buckthorn and why it is a problem\, visit our info page: https://friendsofepparks.org/buckthorn/
URL:https://friendsofepparks.org/event/invasive-species-removal-26/
LOCATION:Cedar Hills Park\, 9580 Eden Prairie Road\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55347\, United States
CATEGORIES:invasive removal
ORGANIZER;CN="Marilynn and Tom Torkelson":MAILTO:marilynntorkelson@gmail.com
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