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Insect Walk Saturday, 5/14 from 1:00 – 3:00

Posted on May 13, 2022 by focw

Leader: Moya Kinnealey, PA Master Naturalist Learn to appreciate our beneficial insect neighbors including pollinators, decomposers and social insects. Insects are essential for the health of our environment and provide nourishment, homes and habitats for other animals including humans. Discuss … Continue reading →

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Invasive Plant Removal Saturday April 16, 9:30AM

Posted on April 15, 2022 by focw

Show the Woods Some Love! Join leader Keith Russell and FOCW volunteers to perform these important tasks! • Invasive Plant Removal: Garlic Mustard, English Ivy, etc. • Dress appropriately for the weather and working in the woods. Long sleeves, long … Continue reading →

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Message to Carpenter’s Woods Visitors (Park Rules)

Posted on May 8, 2020 by focw

We are happy you are able to enjoy our lovely treasure of Carpenter’s Woods during this difficult and stressful time. In order for us to continue to keep the park and trails open for your enjoyment, it is important everyone … Continue reading →

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Love Your Park Service Day – Saturday, November 16

Posted on November 4, 2019 by focw

We’ll be removing English ivy and other invasive species along W. Sedgwick St for Love Your Park week on Saturday, November 16, from 10:00 – noon. Meet at the SEPTA bus turnaround at W. Sedgwick St. & Wayne Ave. Interested … Continue reading →

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Japanese Knotweed Treatment 9/26

Posted on September 25, 2019 by focw

Herbicide Notice: we have been notified that a contractor will be treating Japanese knotweed this Thursday, September 26, probably mid-morning. The location is along South Mt. Pleasant, between Ellet St. and Greene St. Signs and caution flags will be posted. … Continue reading →

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