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Volunteers Needed To Rid Avon Park Of Invasive Plants
Several area organizations, including Avon's rec department, are collaborating on the special work day slated for later this week.
AVON, CT — Volunteers are being sought this week to help the community clean up a beloved park in Avon and rid it of invasive plant species.
The multi-organizational initiative at the Fisher Meadows recreation site, 800 Old Farms Road, will take place on Friday, Sept. 19, at 3 p.m.
This event is a collaboration between the Avon Recreation & Parks Department, Farmington River Watershed Association, Avon Land Trust, and Eastern Connecticut State University Botanist Dr. Bryan Connolly.
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"We’re looking for volunteers to help protect Fisher Meadows by participating in an invasive plant removal workday," reads an event announcement.
Organizers said this is an opportunity to make a positive impact on the local environment.
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"Every helping hand makes a difference in restoring our natural spaces," wrote event organizers.
To register, scan the QR code on the event flyer (below) or contact the Avon Recreation and Parks Department at 860-409-4332 for more details.
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