This month (March, 2026) we have a few tasks lined up, but first, a big thank you to everyone who helped last month! 14 of us tackled ivy, pampas grass and garbage. The results are impressive - check out the photos!
The rain has prompted new plant growth, and also softened the soil. So, we have a couple of tasks for weed diggers: The North meadow has a few Scotch broom popping up that will be easy to remove with the weed wrench. The East meadow has a few pampas grass popping up. They are still small, and could be dug out fairly easily. Some of us remember when that whole meadow was full of pampas grass - and we're not going to let it get established again!
There's a spot near the playground that we have been working on for a while, cutting back ivy and removing a holly tree! There is some pampas grass there to cut (or, possibly, dig out). And we discovered that privet has made itself at home there. It doesn't belong here, and it's climbing up the wax myrtle, so let's get rid of it!
On Friday we found a few areas with some trash that needs to be removed. Two or three people working together can probably take care of it.
We'll also continue to work on cutting ivy back so it can't climb the trees. We're making progress there!
As always, we will meet behind Walmart at 9:00 am, and end with a snack, and appreciation for what we've accomplished, at 11:00. We'll provide tools, gloves and snacks, but you're welcome to bring your own tools and gloves if you like.
Hope to see you Saturday!
Susan, Hal and Eric
Wigi Wetlands is a 16 acre parcel that lies along the Eureka Waterfront Trail behind the Bayshore Mall. Redwood Region Audubon Society, in conjunction with the Humboldt Trail Stewards, is working to create bird-friendly habitat by removing invasive plants, planting natives, and removing garbage.
This section of the trail contains dry lands as well as seasonal wetlands, and a salt water marsh.
A meadow that was filled with Scotch broom and pampas grass was a main focus for years, and all the large plants have now been removed! Alders and beach pine are growing well, and we have planted other native shrubs and trees. We're waiting expectantly to see how the area looks in Spring, after winter rains nourish are plants.
Closer to the bay, one area was covered in white sweet clover, completely blocking the view of the bay, and covering a lot of native plants. The clover has been removed, the bay is visible, and the native plants are flourishing there! Cedar waxwings paid us a visit to enjoy the twinberries we had uncovered.
Our workdays are the 4th Saturday of each month, 9:00 - 11:00. Meet us behind WalMart.
We provide great tools (ever used an extractigator?), wonderful company, and the opportunity to make a difference for the birds. Join us to help remove invasive plants, pick up garbage, and enjoy the beautiful stretch of the trail. Light, packaged refreshments offered. Please bring your own water.
