A fresh environmental project spearheaded by the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (MPRB) is poised to rejuvenate approximately 18 acres of woodland in Cedar Lake Park, starting next week, as reported by MPRB's announcement. The initiative shifts its focus to clearing out intrusive species like buckthorn and bolstering the re-establishment of native flora.
Given the extent of the intervention, Cedar Lake Park visitors should prepare for a drastic transformation, especially in the northeastern sections, where forestry mowers, crews, and heavy-duty machinery will make their presence felt.
During the colder months of 2024-25, buckthorn, which has long overstayed its welcome, will meet its initial demise. Subsequent phases will see to the persistent effort of eradication in the falls of 2025 and 2026 and the sowing of native seeds come spring 2027; the war against alien plant invaders will span till fall 2028.
Signage will guide and safeguard park-goers amidst the machinery, and mark the spots of active operation, hence maintaining mutual safety is the priority; thus, MPRB extends its gratitude for the public’s patience in watching their green spaces morph back to their Indigenous roots, this information and more was shared in an update by the MPRB.
