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Volunteers, interns ramp up knotweed removals in Fayston; Aug. work parties set
Summary
Fayston Conservation Commission members reported multiple knotweed removal efforts in July with intern and Intervale staff support; upcoming Knot Work Parties are scheduled for Aug. 5 and potentially Aug. 19 to continue invasive management.
Commission members reported active knotweed management in July, including intern work on July 8 and July 22 and a significant July 10 effort led by Intervale staff working with MRV Knotweed Project teams in Fayston.
The minutes say UVM interns trained J-1 workers at Hyde Away and that intern Sarah Ewell gave a second presentation to Fayston Forest campers. Commission members listed upcoming volunteer events: Aug. 5 (12–6 p.m., with a Knot Work Party 4–6 p.m.) and a potential Aug. 19 session (12–6 p.m., Knot Work Party 4–6 p.m.). The commission noted Instagram promotion via BeeApp and expressed satisfaction with collaboration with Friends of the Mad River.
