Please join us for the invasive species Big Pull! Let’s make an impact during National Invasive Species Week by removing invasive species and supporting healthy native ecosystems across Texas between Feb. 23 – March 8.
Whether you participate as a chapter, or as an individual, here is what you can do:
Choose a Site
- Select public or private land (ensure permission has been granted by the land manager or landowner)
- Not sure how to find your spot? Contact your city or county parks or environmental department for hot spot ideas
- Check in with a Texas Master Naturalist group to see if they have projects
- Reach out to area natural area managers, like state parks or nature preserves, and county ag extensions
Identify Target Invasive Species
- Focus on one or more invasive plant species appropriate to your region
- Confirm species identification before removal. Use this handy list of “Top Offenders” organized by ecoregion
Host or Participate in a Removal Activity
- Conduct your “Big Pull” any time between Feb. 23 – Mar. 8
- Chapters may host an organized workday or partner with another group
- Individual members may work on their own property or other areas (as long as permission is given)
Follow Safety & Disposal Best Practices
- Use appropriate removal methods for the species
- Dispose of plant material according to local guidance
- Do not transport invasive material off-site unless disposal is approved
Document Your Impact
We encourage you to submit a report here about the type and amount of species you removed to help us get a sense for state-wide impact.
Be sure to take some before and after photos of your work!
Questions? Please email leah.fenley@npsot.org.
Leah Fenley
Chair, Invasive Species Committee
