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~ 02/'1 /04 THU 13:0 FAX 541 682 4882 EUGENE PW MNTNC & P05 PW ADMIN ~ 001 ~ .1~ ' February 12, 004 CONTACT: ? John oriarty, Coordinator, Hendricks Park Forest Management Plan, 682-5324 ? Ginn Alfriend, Hendricks Park Gardener, 682-5324 ? Ther se M. Picado, Parks and Open Space Public Information Specialist, 682-4814 or B82 800, therese m picadoCc~c.euaene.or.us FOR IMME ATE RELEASE SHOW HE DRICKS PARK HOW MUCH YOU LOVE IT BY HELPING WITH THE WEEDING Com lend a hand this Valentine's Day and help weed the Hendricks Park forest at the last of winte volunteer work days this Saturday, February 14, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rain or shine, volun ears will continue to help rid the forest floor of English ivy and control the spread of Herb Robe ,commonly referred to as "Stinky Bob," from park roadsides and trails. Interested volunteers re asked to meet at the F.M. Wilkins Shelter on Summit Avenue at 9:30 a.m, to enjoy pastri s, coffee and juice courtesy of the Eugene City Bakery and the Friends of Hendricks ark before heading to the forest and trails. Vol nteers will be instructed in techniques for removing non-native, invasive plants while protecting a native plants of the forest. Ridding the forest of invasive weeds is one of the main objectives f the Hendricks Park Forest Management Plan. By removing the ivy and other invasive pl nts, the native species have a better opportunity to reproduce and flourish in the forest. Ov r the past two years, volunteers, contractors and park staff have cleared ivy from about 10 a res of the park's forest. Following up with removal of re-sprouted roots through these sub quent volunteer work parties is essential for maintaining the ceared areas. T Is and equipment will be provided, and work clothes, rain gear and shoes, such as long-sleev d shirts, long pants and sturdy shoes or boots, are recommended. For more informatio ,call 682-5324, 607-4066 or visit www.friendsofhendrickspark.org.