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4,✓ 4L, 7// ? <br /> r r r <br /> (EUGENE) <br /> Ale <br /> July 15, 2003 <br /> CONTACT: <br /> > Michael Robert, head gardener, Hendricks Park, 682-5324 <br /> ➢ Therese M. Picado, Parks and Open Space Public Information Specialist, 682-4814 or <br /> 682-4800, therese.m.picadot ci.eugene.or.us <br /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE <br /> TRAIL WORK PARTY AT HENDRICKS PARK THIS SATURDAY <br /> On Saturday, July 19, volunteers will complete the work they began in May on the <br /> construction and restoration of the historic oak knoll trail in Hendricks Park. Work will involve <br /> laying more gravel and putting finishing touches on the trail. Other work includes habitat <br /> restoration projects in the forest, such as removing herb Robert, English ivy and blackberry, all <br /> invasive plants. All volunteers are invited to meet at the F.M. Wilkins Shelter on Summit <br /> Avenue at 9:30 a.m. for pastries and coffee courtesy of Eugene City Bakery and the Friends of <br /> Hendricks Park before the work begins. <br /> Much of the trail was completed on May 31 during a project coordinated by REI, the <br /> Friends of Hendricks Park and City of Eugene parks staff. The oak knoll area is a remnant of <br /> oak woodland habitat that once encompassed much of the Willamette Valley, but is now very <br /> rare and considered globally endangered. A wealth of native plant species live in the understory <br /> of this highly sensitive ecosystem. Every effort is being made to protect this sensitive plant <br /> community during trail and habitat restoration work. <br /> Wear sturdy shoes and gloves, and bring plenty of water. For more information, call 682- <br /> 5324, or visit www.friendsofhendrickspark.org. <br /> # # # <br />