Quinte Field Naturalists are undertaking a Buckthorn removal project later this month at Clifford Sonny Belch Park.
Buckthorn was first introduced to the County in the late 19th century and was useful for planting in hedgerows to separate fields and control the movement of livestock.
However, the fast-growing decorative shrub crowds out native species and changes the soil composition by creating a nitrogen imbalance that is detrimental to native plants.
Its late-season berries are an attractive food source for migrating birds, who can then spread the seeds across the province.
The event runs from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 25.
Volunteers are asked to meet next to the basketball courts.
Please wear hardy shoes and bring gardening gloves.
Anyone who would like to volunteer is asked to register through Eventbrite.
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