Invasive Species Control – Yellow Salsify (Tragopogon dubius)
June 18 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
The SIA Saskatoon Branch is proud to partner with Meewasin Valley Authority to bring you this branch event.
Meeting @ Beaver Creek Conservation Area
Meeting Point
Meet Katie, our Volunteer Coordinator, at Chip’s Lodge. Here’s a link to a map of our meeting point.
About this event
Yellow salsify (Tragopogon dubius), is an invasive plant that typically grows to a height of 1 to 3 feet (30 to 90 cm). It spreads quickly through the production of numerous wind-dispersed seeds, thrives in a variety of disturbed habitats, and outcompetes native plants for resources. Its deep taproot makes it difficult to remove, but careful digging can be effective. To remove it, dig down at least 12 inches to ensure the entire taproot is pulled out, as leaving any part behind can allow the plant to regenerate. Its seeds can remain viable in the soil for years, ensuring its persistence. Lacking natural predators or diseases in non-native areas, it crowds out native vegetation, reduces biodiversity, and disrupts ecosystems by altering habitat structures. We will be hand pulling and bagging the plant to ensure proper disposal.
To ensure you have a great experience, there are a few things we’d like you to know:
- You must be registered to attend this event register here
- We will begin at 4:30 PM. and end at 6:30 PM. Please be on time as there is a bit of a walk out to the plants, it is easier to go as a group!
- Upon arrival check in with Meewasin’s Volunteer Coordinator Katie or Events Assistant Zach!
- This is an outdoor experience – Please dress for the weather and be prepared to work outdoors. Things like comfortable clothes, a hat, gloves,and proper footwear will make your experience more enjoyable. We’ve got the safety gloves, and all the rest of the equipment we’ll need for the day. This event is weather dependent and please note this event may be moved to a later date. Please note ticks are out this time of year, please do a throughout tick check at the end of the event.
Bring a full reusable water bottle to carry with you, there is no potable water at this event and hydration is key , but please note there are washrooms on-site at this location
Please note: This activity counts as a branch activity for articling milestones, check lists will be signed by the SIA office. Please fill in the information and send to info@sia.sk.ca for signatures.