Stop the Ivy Invaders! - New Date!

Get Connected Icon Happens On Mar 1, 2026
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Description

Due to inclement weather on February 22nd, this project is being rescheduled to March 1st from 1pm-3pm.

February 23rd-February 27th is National Invasive Species Awareness Week, and the Brandywine Zoo is recognizing it in the best way possible - removing invasive ivy! Trees throughout Brandywine Zoo and Brandywine Park are being overtaken by English Ivy, which weighs down our trees, cause damage, and can even cut off their flow of nutrients. You can join us to save these trees and prevent the spread of English Ivy on Sunday, March 1st.

During this project, volunteers can expect to:

  • Identify woody invasives, including how to identify them during winter
  • Learn proper invasive management techniques, such as window cutting
  • Discover the animals under our care
  • Have fun will giving back

Project Date: Sunday, March 1st

Project Time: 1:00-3:00pm

All supplies will be provided, including loppers, pruners and gloves. Volunteers can bring their own if they'd like. Experience welcome, but not required.

Volunteers can register for the opportunity via the post here, or reach out to the Manager of Volunteers at Luvina.cooley@delaware.gov.

Details

Get Connected Icon Register by Feb 27, 2026

Location

Get Connected Icon 1001 N Park Drive
Wilmington, DE  19802