Volunteers sought for Oakton Community College forest restoration
Oakton Community College's Ecology Club is looking for volunteers to participate in a woodland restoration on the college's Des Plaines campus Saturday morning.
Participants will cut and burn European buckthorn and other invasive plants, and may observe a "controlled burn" if conditions allow. Volunteers are asked to wear warm, comfortable work clothes and boots. Gloves, eye protection, and tools will be provided, officials said.
The event begins with a continental breakfast at the baseball field entrance, 1600 E. Golf Road, at 8:30 a.m., rain or shine. The cleanup is expected to conclude at 1 p.m.
Registration and waiver forms are required. To participate, email ecoakton@gmail.com.
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