Baltimore City Weed Warriors is a city-wide program developed to maintain the health of Baltimore’s urban forest. Certified Weed Warriors are environmental stewards trained in non-native invasive (NNI) plant management for enhancing native ecosystems; they participate in citizen science and host stewardship events in parks all around the city to help protect natural areas, people, and biodiversity.
Certified Weed Warriors are volunteers and advocates permitted to work in City Parks and remove NNI plants without the supervision of park employees. To become certified, volunteers complete a [free] 4-part class series and participate in one group NNI plant removal event. The class curriculum includes: NNI plant identification (e.g. English Ivy, Porcelainberry, Kudzu, & more), NNI impacts on Baltimore’s urban ecosystem, removal methods, and leadership training.
After completing all requirements, participants become Certified Weed Warriors and receive: a certification card, Weed Warriors t-shirt, NNI plant identification guide, and curriculum resources. The training is free and open to any individual interested in learning more about the importance of nature and biodiversity in Baltimore City.
Support your community and natural areas by joining the Baltimore Weed Warriors!
UPCOMING TRAININGS
FALL '24 REGISTRATION IS OPEN
Weed Warriors 101
Invasive Plants in Urban Ecosystems
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
6:00 - 8:30 pm
Virtual Learning
Weed Warriors 102
Species ID & Removal Techniques
Saturday, October 5, 2024
10:30 am - 1:30 pm
In-Person Location:
Cahill Recreation Center4001 Clifton Ave
Weed Warriors 201a
Project Planning & Leadership
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
7:00 - 8:30 pm
Virtual Learning
Weed Warriors 201b
Project Planning & Leadership +
Saturday, October 26, 2024
10:30 am - 1:30 pm
In-Person Location:
Cahill Recreation Center
4001 Clifton Ave
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