Name: Pepper Tree Removal Party at the Capt. Scott Moore Boat Ramp
Start: 2026-02-13T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-13T12:00:00-05:00
Location: Coquina North Boat Ramp

Pepper Tree Removal Party at the Capt. Scott Moore Boat Ramp

These pepper trees are taking space that should be there for desirable native plants. They have to go, and we're going to make that happen.
About this Event

We are teaming up again with Manatee County's Natural Resources staff to put some work in on pesky Pepper Trees - This time at the Capt. Scott Moore Boat Ramp (fka Coquina North Boat Ramp)

Our crew will use to stump-cut small pepper trees and treat the stumps with . We’ll provide:

Safety training for proper use of Milwaukee hatchets (and all required PPE)
Instruction on identifying invasive plants
Guidance on correct stump-treatment techniques

What to wear:
Please come prepared with closed-toe boots or sturdy shoes, long pants, and long sleeves. We’ll be moving through dense brush to reach the pepper trees.

By the end of the event, we’ll have helped protect the diverse native plant community that supports wildlife at the preserve—and you’ll gain hands-on experience in identifying and removing several invasive species.