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Restoration Workday at Yahara Heights

Help cut invasive brush along trail edges. Volunteers will cut brush with loppers and carry cut brush to piles. The work site is about a 1/4 mile hike from the meeting location.

This workday is led by volunteer Land Stewards; please direct workday questions to the contact listed below. 

Steps to Register for a Workday: 

1. RSVP to the work party organizer, Jan Axelson, DCP Volunteer Land Steward janaxelson@gmail.com / text 608-215-0426, so she can give you meeting location and reach you if weather forces us to cancel.
2. *** Note: there is NO online registration for these events. This page serves specifically to advertise the event. The event says full, but volunteers are welcome to join this event after connecting with Jan. ***

Location:

Cherokee Marsh Natural Resource Area (Caton Ln Entrance):
5129 Caton Ln, Waunakee WI 53597

• Located at the intersection of Caton Ln and Riverview Dr, just off River Rd.
• Parking is located along the street
  

How to Prepare:

What to Know:

• All tools, materials, and training are provided. 
• Bring drinking water and snacks if you'd like. 

What to Wear: 

• Dress for the weather and wear appropriate clothing that you don't mind working in. Old clothing is great for these workdays.
• Wear sturdy closed toe shoes that will keep your feet and toes warm.
• Bring work gloves. (We'll have some to borrow for those who don't have.)

Accessibility:

• Volunteers should be comfortable with walking on uneven terrain. 
• There is a bathroom located at the Catfish Ct park entrance. View the Open Restrooms webpage for more information. 

Questions?

• Jan Axelson, DCP Volunteer Land Steward 
• janaxelson@gmail.com / text 608-215-0426.