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EUGENE <br /> August 7, 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.picadoaci.eugene.or.us <br /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE <br /> TRAIL WORK PARTY AT HENDRICKS PARK THIS SATURDAY <br /> On Saturday, August 9, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., volunteers will have the opportunity to <br /> continue to work on and in the forest surrounding the recently restored historic oak knoll trail in <br /> Hendricks Park. Work will focus on trail maintenance and forest restoration, as volunteers <br /> spread gravel, remove invasive plants and free the trees of English ivy. All volunteers are invited <br /> to meet at the F.M. Wilkins Shelter on Summit Avenue at 9:30 a.m. for pastries and coffee <br /> courtesy of Eugene City Bakery and the Friends of 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 park staff. The oak knoll area is a remnant of oak woodland <br /> habitat that once encompassed much of the Willamette Valley, but is now very rare and <br /> considered globally endangered. A wealth of native plant species live in the understory of this <br /> highly sensitive ecosystem. Every effort is being made to protect this sensitive plant community <br /> during trail and habitat restoration work. <br /> Tools will be provided, and work clothes and shoes, such as long-sleeved shirts, long <br /> pants and sturdy shoes or boots, are recommended. The project is part of the implementation of <br /> the Hendricks Park Forest Management Plan, which, through partnerships with the community <br /> such as the Friends of the Hendricks Park and other volunteers, seeks to achieve a healthy, <br /> resilient and sustainable forest. For more information, call 682-5324, 607-4066 or visit <br /> www.friendsofhendrickspark.orq. <br /> Itar ### <br />