This year, the first-ever series of Weed Wrangles will be held across Hamilton County.
Weed Wrangles are volunteer invasive species removal events brought to you by the Hamilton County Invasive Species Partnership (HIP). HIP partners will hold Weed Wrangles throughout the year targeting invasive species at various locations. Many Weed Wrangles are held at parks locations or other public lands where invasive species are having a detrimental impact on natural ecosystems.
Invasive species are not native to this region and cause harm to the environment, human health, and the economy. Eradicating these invasive species is often a multi-year effort. Weed Wrangle volunteers will learn how to manage a targeted invasive species and get to work as part of a collaborative effort to improve a natural area. Weed Wrangles are led by experts, so they are a great opportunity for hands on learning about invasive species and their management.
“Weed Wrangles are a great way to participate in improving our shared environment, and you also gain skills you can use to tackle invasives on your own property,” said Taylor Wilson, Urban Conservation Technician at the Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District.
You can find Weed Wrangle volunteer opportunities on the HIP website, hcinvasives.org/weedwrangle. Registration is required and new events are being added all the time. For more information about HIP or invasive species, call the Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District at (317) 773-2181.
About HIP
The Hamilton County Invasives Partnership (HIP) was established in 2019 as Hamilton County’s Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA). The Partnership serves to unite landowners and managers, organizations, and citizens in the battle against invasive species and the destruction they cause across the county. For more information visit hcinvaisves.org or email hcinvasives@hamiltoncounty.in.gov.