Certified Weed Warrior, Greenways Conservation Area

Responsibilities:

Be able to accurately identify target species on the property

Properly remove and dispose of or pile target species.

Keep accurate records of your time and the work you do and then enter the information in the online SVT Volunteer Log. The log should be filled out monthly, at a minimum.

Communicate any questions, issues, or concerns to SVT staff.

Participate in periodic reviews with SVT staff to assess progress on assigned property.

While in the field, conduct yourself in a manner that reflects SVT’s values and mission.

Skills needed:

Critical:

• Standing, squatting, and pulling.
• Use of manual tools (Weed Wrench, clippers, shovels, picks).
• Identification of invasive species (with training).
• Basic technology/Internet literacy.

Desired:

• Prior invasive identification/removal experience.

Other Notes

Target species: glossy buckthorn, Asian bittersweet, multiflora rose.

Poison ivy is present and common. It can be avoided in some work areas, but volunteers will need to be vigilant in other work areas to avoid it.

Training provided

Volunteers will receive training on target species identification and removal, as will also receive a tour of the property and specific work areas.

Staff will also provide training on our online reporting system.