When:
March 29, 2025 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
2025-03-29T09:00:00-05:00
2025-03-29T12:00:00-05:00
Where:
South Branch Vermillion River Aquatic Management Area
Dakota County Rd 66 just west of intersection with US Hwy 52
Cost:
Free

TCTU Habitat Day – Buckthorn Cutting at South Branch Vermillion River AMA

 Under the expert eye of Mark Nemeth of the Minnesota DNR, Twin Cities Trout Unlimited (TCTU) will cut invasive buckthorn and other species and treat stumps to prevent regrowth. TCTU needs 20 volunteers for this event.

The Plan

  • Meet at the start time at the parking lot of the South Branch Vermillion River Aquatic Management Area (AMA).
  • Sign waivers, drink some coffee and then get to work cutting, treating stumps and stacking brush!

What You Should Bring

  • Chest waders (in water work) or be prepared to wet wade
  • Long sleeve shirt
  • Sunblock
  • Heavy work gloves
  • Drinking water!

What the DNR & TCTU Will Provide

  • All equipment
  • Bug spray
  • LUNCH afterwards

Please check your email the night before and morning of the event in case of cancellation.

Registration will close 24 hours before the event.