Kus-kus-sum Plant Maintenance
Plant Maintenance at Kus-kus-sum
Map of Location
Location
Seventeenth Street Bridge end of Kus-kus-sum
Date and Time
April 18
9:00am – 12:00pm or 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Location
Meet at the Seventeenth Street Bridge end of Kus-kus-sum
Description
We will be weeding out invasive grasses and mulching forest plantings in the upland part of Kus-kus-sum.
Tools (shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, etc.) will be provided. Please bring a favourite shovel or weeding tool if you wish, along with gardening gloves if you have them.
Please dress for the weather. Sturdy outdoor shoes are required.
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