The Conservation project will be Saturday August 26 beginning at 8:00am (you can come/go anytime between 8-12). We will meet at the Canyon Creek Wetlands and Wildscape behind the Hilton Garden Hotel (1001 W George Bush Pkwy). Scouts and parents can park in the back and walk down the hill to the sidewalk between the marsh and the grassy hilly area. Ms. Koch, the Texas Naturalist, will have a small table set up with some tools and instructions. This is also where scouts can turn in their City of Richardson parent permission slip.
The goal will be to clear a large of the grassy hill of invasive plant species as much as possible. Afterwards scouts will scratch native grass and wild flower seeds into the dirt. If enough people, scouts may be asked to hand water previously planted wild flowers.
Each scout will need to bring:
1. hand sheers (small garden clippers) to clip off the scabiosa seed stalk and floret just below dirt level
2. a pair of garden gloves ( this will keep them from getting blisters but also minimize the chance they run across a small stinging plant we have out there.
3.a hat.
4. at least one large bottle of cool water to drink from and stay hydrated.
5. a signed City of Richardson permission slip.
6. a jug of water, if possible, to help water flowers.
It is highly recommend to put bug repellent and sun screen on before arriving (specifically for chiggers). It is also recommended to wear long pants and a long sleeve shirt.
Parents and family members are welcome to join scouts! This ongoing project is a great way to earn conservation or service hours for rank advancement!!! Hope to see you there!!!
