What's happening?
Reforestation efforts are underway by The Woodlands Township along Woodlands Parkway between Carlton Woods Drive and Stoneyhurst Drive following the removal of invasive vines in the area, according to a news release.
According to the release, the township regularly conducts 120 days of invasive vine removal and reforestation work in January-March and another 120 days in October-December to avoid disturbing healthy trees during spring and summer.
The release said 15 native species trees would be replanted between Carlton Woods Drive and Stoneyhurst Drive to replace the lost foliage.
Quote of note
“The Woodlands Township is committed to proactive forest management to ensure the long-term health of our natural areas,” board of directors Chair Brad Bailey said in the release. “Removing these invasive vines was a necessary step to protect our trees, prevent further damage and maintain the beauty and resilience of our forest.”
