Harvest Willow Stakes from a Wetland

Get Connected Icon Happens On Feb 26, 2026
Get Connected Icon 4- 6 pm

Description

Cut willow branches off of trees that are growing in the water. Harvesting must be done when the willows are dormant (without leaves). Cutting willow stakes does not kill the tree.

No experience required. It's simple to do and we will do a quick training before we begin.

Why: These willow branches/stakes will be planted in the ground at an eroding streambank. The willow branches will quickly take root in a simple, effective, and sustainable solution to reduce stream bank erosion. In addition, they increase habitat and provide food sources to our native wildlife.  

Required: Rubber knee boots or waders. We will need to enter the water.

Tools: If you have loppers and work gloves, please bring them. If not, we have tools to share.

Questions: Email me at lynn.white@bcohio.gov


Details

Get Connected Icon Register by Feb 25, 2026
Get Connected Icon Is Outdoors
Inclement Weather Plan: I will email people that morning if we need to cancel due to the weather.

Location

Get Connected Icon Ellis Lake Wetlands
Firebird Dr
West Chester, OH  45069