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Winchester Conservation Commission to hold annual invasives cleanup event on Oct. 24

Volunteers from past Conservation Commission cleanup efforts make use of their tools to clear out invasives. The Conservation Commission is looking for more volunteers on Oct. 24 for its next cleanup event. WINCHESTER NEWS FILE PHOTO

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The following was submitted by the Winchester Conservation Commission:

On Saturday, Oct. 24, the Winchester Conservation Commission will be holding its annual invasives cleanup event, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., rain or shine.

The event is held to improve the town wetlands and wildlife habitats.

You can join the clean up at any one of three different locations:

• Horn Pond Brook: The path behind the Winchester DPW, walk up from Wedge Pond

• Davidson Park near Washington Street: Across from parking lot at 120 Cross St., Winchester Community Park

• Judkins Pond: Meet at parking lot by Griffin Museum on Shore Road

Please note the following if you are coming the cleanup event:

• Trash pickup is encouraged as part of the invasives work.

• Please wear clothing that covers your legs, feet and arms.

• Cut back and remove invasive plants identified by the Conservation Commission.

• Bring pruners, loppers and work gloves. The Conservation Commission will have a few tools available.

Sign up for this event so organizers know you are coming by clicking here.

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