Restoration Event on Squak Mountain with WA State Parks
Schedule
Thu Jan 22 2026 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm
UTC-08:00Location
May Valley Loop Trail, Issaquah, WA 98027, United States | Issaquah, WA
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Join the Issaquah Alps Trails Club and WA State Parks on an invasive species removal event, where we’ll be working to eradicate European Holly on Squak Mountain. This friendly-appearing plant is actually a Class-C noxious W**d, with its dense shrubbery stifling our Western WA native plants if left unchecked. Join Anne Newcomb, our restoration extraordinaire, and the knowledgeable Washington State Parks Cascade Foothills Park Ranger Ellen Moline in helping our native plants thrive. We will be going off-trail to eradicate any holly we find, so closed-toe shoes are a must. We’ll also be carrying in any tools we need to successfully remove these species—feel free to bring gloves if you have them.
WHEN AND WHERE
Date: Thursday, January 22nd
Time: 10 AM - 1 PM
Where: Squak Mountain Trail Parking at May Valley Loop Trailhead. Now that we have completed the lower hill, we’ll be carpooling up to the halfway point and working on the east side of the May Valley Loop Trail. If you have trouble finding the group, contact Anne Newcomb, work party leader: [email protected].
What to Bring
Bring your own gloves if you have them. There will be gloves available for those who don't have their own. Please dress in layers and in clothing you don't mind getting dirty. Old denim is perfect to protect your skin from pricklies! Closed-toed shoes are a requirement, long sleeves, and pants are recommended. Be sure to bring a bottle of water and any snacks you might need for the afternoon.
POINT OF CONTACT
Anne Newcomb, work party leader: [email protected]
REGISTER
Registration required. You can check out our Event FAQs on our website. Feel free to email [email protected] with any questions about this event.
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Where is it happening?
May Valley Loop Trail, Issaquah, WA 98027, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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