Preservation Parks of Delaware County

Honeysuckle is taking over...

Spined Micrathena

Look for these oddly-shaped spiders with a large rear and spiny black projections as you walk through the woods this time of year. .

They build their large orb webs, with a tight spiral, "face high" across walking paths.

The spiders are harmless to humans and you could practice your limbo skills as you try to avoid destroying their webs.

… Well, not entirely. But we do have plenty of invasive honeysuckle in a number of our parks. If you have a couple of hours to spare, and would like to help us remove some of it, please join us Friday, May 21, noon, at Deer Haven Preserve, 4183 Liberty Road.

After a short introduction to the problems associated with invasive plants and some control methods, you will help remove some of these pests from the parks with our natural resources staff. Come dressed to work off- trail. We recommend bringing gloves and some water. Tools will be provided; if you have a favorite pair of loppers, please bring them.

No registration required.

Contact Chris Roshon for more information: croshon@preservationparks.com

There are more honeysuckle cutting dates coming up. Please check the Programs page, and click on Workshops & Special Programs.

Preservation Parks of Delaware County | 2656 Hogback Road | Sunbury, Ohio 43074 | 740-524-8600 | Fax: 740-524-8200