Garrison Creek Clean up and Invasives Removal

Join Green Interchange for a River Days of Action event on June 10th at their creek restoration site in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, to continue our work. Together, we’ll remove invasive species to help make room for native trees and plants to grow. We’ll also clean up any litter along the creek’s restoration area.

When: June 10, 2024 from 1:30 PM – 4 PM
Where: Meet in the Kroger parking lot at Lacassass Pike & N. Rutherford Blvd.
All necessary tools will be provided. Please bring water, weather-appropriate clothing, gloves, and shovels if you have them, and wear sturdy work boots/shoes.

Register to volunteer here.

We aim to reestablish a healthy stream ecosystem and create a green space the entire community can enjoy. To accomplish these goals, we’re removing invasive plants and replacing them with native trees along a section of Garrison Creek. This work helps people, land, water, and wildlife.

• Trees prevent erosion of the stream bank.
• Roots absorb water, reducing stormwater overflow and flooding risks to nearby homes.
• Shade from the trees contributes to a healthy aquatic habitat.
• Trees provide shelter, homes, and food for birds, pollinators, and other wildlife.
• Plants help lessen pollution, lowering air and water pollution.
• A walking trail will provide access for the community to enjoy the green space.

The benefits of this project to the community will last many lifetimes.

Green Interchange is a non-profit dedicated to planting trees in the Southeast to create healthy communities and thriving economies now and into the future. Our Garrison Creek project began in 2012, and we have since restored about 4.5 acres of creekside habitat by removing invasive plants and replacing them with native species.

Learn more on the Garrison Creek restoration project June 10th event page here.