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Spend Earth Day Removing Invasive Weeds At Mammoth Cave National Park

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Mammoth Cave volunteers pull the invasive Garlic Mustard plant from along park trails/NPS Photo

Looking to do some good on Earth Day, April 22? Head to Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky and help remove some invasive weeds while getting some fresh air and enjoying nature. 

The volunteer work provides a chance for the public to discover and enjoy the physical and psychological benefits that come with spending time outside while encouraging education and stewardship of the park’s amazing natural resources. Volunteers will work beside park staff to eradicate Garlic Mustard, an invasive plant; clear overgrown vegetation in park cemeteries; or hike along a park trail to pick up litter and assist in basic trail upkeep using simple hand tools. 

The five-hour volunteer opportunities begin at 9 a.m. CST and last until 2:30 p.m. CST. Volunteers should meet at the Mammoth Cave Picnic area’s picnic pavilion near the Dixon Cave Trail for check-in and orientation. Participants will caravan to the designated worksites. Volunteers will be asked to return to the picnic pavilion by 3 p.m. for check-out of the day’s work. 

Special safety precautions are being taken to follow CDC guidelines pertaining to COVID-19. All work will be performed outside, and masks will be required when physical distancing cannot be maintained. Pre-registration is required online at Mammoth Cave’s Earth Day Projects, and the group sizes will be limited per site. 

Tools and safety gear will be provided by park staff, but volunteers should wear sturdy footwear and dress for outdoor weather conditions. Pre-packaged snacks and water will be provided, but participants should bring their own lunch.

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