Eagle Project Clears Invasive Plants

On September 17th, 21 volunteers, including 6 scouts, assembled under the direction of Life Scout, Kevin Hays,  to help tackle the problem of the invasive plant, Scotch Broom. The site was located across the street from the entrance to the Newcastle golf course, and was previously overrun by the extremely large plant. 

This plant stopped the ability for native plants to grow and thrive, and it also eliminated a natural meadow habitat for many animals. The volunteers, by clearing almost the entire area, helped restrict the spread of the invasive species as well as help restore a natural habitat to its former glory.

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