Celebrate Earth Week and restore wildlife habitat by removing invasive European Buckthorn shrubs!

Our local ecosystems are under threat from non-native plant species that disrupt habitats and outcompete our native flora, negatively impacting wildlife. Guided by our knowledgeable team, you’ll learn how to identify and safely remove these disruptive species, making a tangible difference in preserving our local biodiversity.

Event Details:

• Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2026

• Time: 10:30 am to 12:30 pm

• Location: the McMaster Carbon Sink Forest (1175 Wilson St E, Hamilton, ON L8S 4K6). Head to the back of the parking lot area near the sheds. There is limited parking, so we encourage attendees to take other forms of transportation if possible.

Bring/Wear:

• Comfortable, closed-toe, durable shoes (mud proof if you have any)

• Long pants and long socks

• Ensure you wear clothing and shoes that you will not mind getting dirty

• Water bottles

• Sunscreen/Hat/Sunglasses

• Bug spray

Accessibility Notes:

• There are no washrooms available on site

• We will be working in muddy, uneven terrain with some small slopes.

• Removing invasive plants can be physically demanding. Make sure to take breaks.

• If you are unsure how to use any of the tools provided, please ask any Nature at McMaster staff in attendance and we would be happy to assist you.

• If you feel unwell at any point during the event, please inform a Nature at McMaster staff member immediately.

• If you have any accessibility questions or concerns, please let us know and we will be sure to address them to the best of our ability.

Please email us at nature@mcmaster.ca if you have any questions or concerns.