Mentor Marsh: Special Stewardship Workday: Tree and Shrub Planting
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Special Stewardship Workday: Tree and Shrub Planting
Join staff of the Museum’s Natural Areas division as we plant new seedlings at Mentor Marsh State Nature Preserve!
We’ll meet at the Zimmerman Trail parking lot on Headlands Road, where Dr. David Kriska, the Museum’s Restoration Ecologist, will offer an introduction to the history and ecological significance of Mentor Marsh and its surrounding uplands, then update us on its ongoing restoration. After, we’ll head down the trail to plant native tree saplings along the Zimmerman Trail, which overlooks the marsh. Museum staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
We hope you’ll join us in restoring habitat at Mentor Marsh—it should be both informative and fun!
Members: Free; registration requested
Nonmembers: Free; registration requested
Leadership Circle: Free; registration requested
Leaders: David Kriska, Ph.D.
Dr. David Kriska is a biologist with expertise in the identification, protection, and stewardship of natural habitats in the Lake Erie ecoregion. He has spearheaded projects aimed at restoring rare habitats, including the award-winning restoration of Mentor Marsh.
Meeting Location:
Zimmerman Trailhead
9600 Headlands Road
Mentor, OH 44060
Field trip intensity: Moderate; family-friendly
What to wear and bring (if out of the ordinary):
Dress for the weather and wear sturdy, closed-toe footwear. You may want to bring a water bottle—hydration is our friend. Gloves and tools will be provided.