Newport State Park Seeks Volunteers

For the past few weeks several individuals have been helping spray for garlic mustard at Newport State Park. The spraying is paying off, but there are still garlic mustard plants in the park that need to be pulled before they go to seed.

Newport Wilderness Society is supporting this phase of garlic mustard eradication by sponsoring work sessions to pull garlic mustard in the morning (9 am – 12 pm) and afternoon (1 – 4 pm) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays for the next few weeks. Three individuals are needed for each session. With the help of local restaurants, the Newport Wilderness Society will provide lunches for the morning and afternoon crews. Gloves are needed. Bags will be provided.

To help the society and park personnel with this project, call 920.854.2500.