Events

Join us for an official Weed Wrangle to protect sensitive spring ephemeral wildflowers! Weed Wrangles are a statewide effort to eradicate invasive plants in our shared spaces—volunteers get a cool pair of Weed Wrangle™ gloves! 

What to Expect:
Wild Ones will have staff on hand to assist in identifying invasive plants. This is a “rain or shine” event, unless there are severe storms predicted (if so, we will notify you.) 

Dress: Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing that you don't mind getting dirty. 

Refreshments: Wild Ones will provide sustenance to keep our volunteers energized and hydrated throughout the event. 

Equipment:
Tools will be provided, but if you have personal tools you prefer, please label them well and feel free to bring them.

Location:

Dean’s Woods (also known as the Deanbrook Nature Area) is a parcel of land owned by the University of Tennessee. It consists of roughly 20 acres and is situated along Woodson Drive in South Knoxville. Plants that thrive on the site include Canada Violet, Celandine Poppy, Columbine, Dutchman’s Breeches, Golden Seal, Jack-in-the-Pulpit, Shortia, Spring Beauty, Squirrel Corn, Virginia Bluebells, and Yellowroot. By removing invasive and unwanted plants, these native wildflowers are given an opportunity to grow without aggressive competition alongside the trails.

Parking: 

Street parking along Germantown Ln. (dead-end road).