The Marywood campus is undertaking a major ecological restoration project and invites the community to participate in its largest volunteer land stewardship effort yet. On November 13th, 14th, and 21th, volunteers will help restore the forest on the western side of campus, in partnership with Kent Conservation District and with funding from the Wege Foundation.

The project will focus on controlling invasive plants, particularly buckthorn and honeysuckle, which threaten native trees and wildlife. The forest includes Coldbrook Creek and the St. Francis Sculpture Garden, making it an important natural and cultural space.

Everyone is welcome to participate. No experience is necessary—volunteers can help with the work, encourage others, or simply come support the effort to protect and restore this valuable woodland habitat.