Invasive species control: Buckthorn
This activity consists of hand-pulling buckthorn, a problematic species for biodiversity.
Common buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica) is a Eurasian shrub introduced as a decorative hedge. It grows quickly, produces small black berries, and thrives in a variety of soils. Despite its harmless appearance, this species forms dense thickets that block light, prevent the regeneration of native trees and harm the biodiversity of the undergrowth. Its presence alters the soil balance and slows down the return of local plants. To restore the ecosystems of Mount Royal, its removal is a priority!
For control purposes, we use a manual uprooting technique that requires a tool to remove trees. For this reason, the minimum age to participate in this activity is 14 years old.
Date of the activity:
- Saturday August 30, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Saturday September 6, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Saturday September 13, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Saturday September 20, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Saturday September 27, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Saturday October 11, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Required materials:
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Gloves will be provided on site.
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Long pants and closed-toe shoes must be worn.
Weather:
To ensure everyone's safety, we monitor the weather in the days leading up to the activity. Should adverse weather conditions be forecast 24 hours before the activity, it will be cancelled. An email will be sent to inform you.
Cancellation:
The activity will be cancelled in the event of:
- High probability of thunderstorms
- Winds and/or gusts over 60 km/h
- Temperature above 38°C
- Air quality index over 100
