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SAT · MAY 16 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Volunteer Pull-A-Thon at Kurtz Woods

Decorah Woods· 2010 Decorah Rd
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Pull invasive plants with locals at Kurtz Woods and help preserve native wildflowers.

Part I

The details

About this event

The Volunteer Pull-A-Thon at Kurtz Woods is a community-driven event aimed at combating the spread of garlic mustard, an invasive plant threatening local ecosystems. Participants will team up to remove these plants, helping to preserve the area's native wildflowers and forests. This annual event, organized by Sewisc, is a fantastic opportunity for families and groups to engage in meaningful conservation work.

Expect a morning of hands-on activity in the beautiful surroundings of Kurtz Woods. While tools are provided, bringing your own gloves is recommended. The event is family-friendly, though children under 13 should be supervised. With no restrooms on site, plan accordingly. It's a rewarding way to connect with nature and contribute to local conservation efforts.

From the organizer

Garlic Mustard is an invasive plant that’s taking over our woodlands. It crowds out our native wildflowers and endangers forests by preventing tree seedlings from growing. Join restoring lands staff and volunteers as we do a Garlic Mustard Pull-A-Thon at Kurtz Woods to remove this invasive species from our preserve! The Garlic Mustard Pull-A-Thon is an annual fundraiser put on by Sewisc. Young people and adults throughout Southeastern Wisconsin work to protect the woodlands of their neighborhoods by forming teams to pull this invasive plant. To learn more, please visit the Sewisc website here: www.sewisc.org/garlic-mustard-pull-a-thon
— Sewisc (Southeastern Wisconsin Invasive Species Consortium)

Getting in

  • Free — Just Show Up

  • Drop in anytime — no commitment needed

Pro tips

  • Parents

    Bring snacks and water for your kids, as there are no restrooms on site and the event lasts three hours. Keeping them hydrated and energized will make the experience more enjoyable.

  • First-timers

    Parking is available along Dahlia Ln, but it can fill up quickly. Arrive 15 minutes early to secure a spot and get settled before the event starts.

What's It Actually Like?

Energy3/5
ZenMosh Pit
Loud

Who'll Be There

Local families with children, young adults interested in environmental conservation, and volunteers from nearby neighborhoods. People will be chatting while pulling plants and enjoying the natural surroundings.

What You'll Leave With

A memory

Who It's For

Social style:
Small group (3–6)
Energy needed:
Fully participatory

Part II · The feel

How it feels

The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.

The crowd

Sweet spot is 3–6 people actively doing the thing together.

You'll leave with

A memory

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