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Staghorn Sumac, not to be confused with poison sumac, is a perennial shrub native to Northeastern US and Southern Canada, but can be...

This summer, the Burlington Wildways Interns joined Duncan Murdoch and Trail Stewardship program volunteers to remove non-native invasive...

During our stewardship days we typically spend a lot of our time removing plants. Sometimes it can feel a little odd. Although logically...

After experiencing the rollercoaster ride that is invasive species management this summer, I wanted to share my experience with the...

Often dubbed "the godzilla weed," Japanese Knotweed and its cousins Giant and Bohemian Knotweed grow in massive monocultures, smothering...

To me, Mulberry trees seem to have their own gravitational pull. With robust berries hanging heavy on their branches, and robins orbiting...

It's been nearly a year since we last checked in on the wire mesh/ strangulation control method installed at a patch of Japanese knotweed...

Goutweed, or bishop’s weed, is one of the most tenacious invasive species. It will cover everything on the forest floor, including...

To beautify their gardens and woodlots, many New Englanders turn to modern cultivars. However, there are many beautiful, useful, and...

When many find that they have an invasive species problem they feel that they need herbicides to even have a chance of controlling the...

Invasive species can be a serious problem for biodiversity. Unfortunately, they seem to be EVERYWHERE. The Intervale is no exception: the...

By Tovin G.H. 26 July 2022 As Wildways Interns, it is our job to manage invasive species, which decrease biodiversity and increase an...

Burlington Parks and Rec did a great job at removing Japanese Knotweed from the bike path last summer. Trash bags full of knotweed sat at...

Most of us living in Burlington have found joy in spending time in its natural areas. There are so many different ways that people enjoy...

by libby rhodes, august 2021 Stinging Nettle is a magic plant. Many people have a hard time believing this due to its nasty bite, but...

by libby rhodes, october 8th 2021 As our summer of barefoot Intervale walks, Ethan Allen sunbathing, and parks and rec creemees has come...

Photo courtesy of Colin Hodge Instagram: colin_hodge Hey folks, I know it's been a while. The goats are long gone (but hopefully alive…...

Hi! I just wanted to upload the sustainable harvesting pledge I mention in all of my invasive recipe posts! Linked below is the pledge...

by libby, August 11 2021 Like we promised, we brought the heat and came prepared to the CSA this week with an amazing new recipe! You...

There's been a little drama since last time we talked. After a few shocks, the goats seemed acclimated to the electric fence and ready to...