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This session equips students with a clear understanding of how invasive species disrupt Tennessee Valley ecosystems—and what effective, ethical control actually looks like. We’ll explore the traits that make invasives so aggressive, learn to identify the region’s most problematic species, and compare management strategies ranging from manual removal to targeted chemical use. Students will leave with practical, site‑appropriate approaches for reducing invasive pressure and restoring space for native plant communities to thrive.

After the classroom session is over, we'll go to a long term WaterWays' restoration site at Read's Creek in the Mountain Creek watershed for on-site invasive plant identification and removal techniques.

Please note, all Certificate in Native Plant classes REQUIRE registration.

Be on the lookout: Once you have registered, we will email you with pre-course work and any other materials needed for this class.

Materials to bring! Notebook, pencils, snacks, water, and a lunch. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear.

Registration Policy: 

As with all CNP classes, class size is limited. To give everyone the best opportunity to participate, there is a non-refundable cancellation fee of $10, with the balance refunded if you cancel at least 7 calendar days before the class will be held. If the class is cancelled by the instructor or the CNP program, registrants will get a full refund.

If registration is full, you may email [email protected] and ask to be placed on a wait list.  This is not a guarantee that a spot will open up. 
Likewise, if you need to cancel your seat, email [email protected] 
Registration required and limited seating.

Lastly, please be gracious, we are all volunteers.