Harvest Willow Stakes for stream bank projects

Get Connected Icon Happens On Feb 27, 2025
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Description

Cut willow branches off of trees that are growing in the water. Harvesting must be done when the willows are dormant (without leaves). Cutting willow stakes does not kill the tree.

No experience required. It's simple to do and we will do a quick training before we begin.

Why: These willow branches/stakes will be planted in the ground at an eroding streambank. The willow branches will quickly take root in a simple, effective, and sustainable solution to reduce stream bank erosion. In addition, they increase habitat and provide food sources to our native wildlife.  

Required: Rubber knee boots or waders. We will need to enter the water.

Tools: If you have loppers and work gloves, please bring them. If not, we have tools to share.

Questions: Email me at lynn.white@bcohio.gov

Details

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Get Connected Icon Register by Feb 26, 2025
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Inclement Weather Plan: If it is snowing or water levels are too high, we will postpone the harvesting until March 13. An email will be sent to all registered to let them know.
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Get Connected Icon Must have rubber knee boots or waders

Location

Get Connected Icon Ellis Lake Wetlands
Firebird Rd
West Chester, OH  45069