ACD has been helping to control garlic mustard populations at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park as part of a multiyear effort. At a recent volunteer event, ACD staff and volunteers pulled garlic mustard, effectively clearing an area the size of a football field! We are very grateful for the help of our volunteers, and the Coon Rapids Park will benefit tremendously from their efforts. 

Photo: Before (left) and after (right) pictures of the work area from the garlic mustard pull event at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park in May, 2026.
Photo: Before (left) and after (right) pictures of the work area from the garlic mustard pull event at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park in May, 2026.

Interested in volunteering? Visit our ACD's Eventbrite page to browse and sign up for upcoming and future events. For more information, contact Lauren Schmelzer, Outreach and Natural Resource Technician, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..