Hooven Forest Weeding Party Register

Date and Time:
Sun, Mar 29, 2026; 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM  (Pacific)

Organized By: Sno-Isle Group

Location: Forest trail entrance, 170th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA 98072

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Get outside and do some good for our local forest! Enjoy a couple of hours out in nature with like-minded, friendly people who care about the environment.

In this event, we will focus on physically removing invasive holly in the south side of Hooven Forest. We will note, but leave, any larger holly trees that possess a falling hazard for another time.

Located just north of Woodinville and a few miles east of WA-522, Hooven Forest contains 183 acres of old growth treasures. It is made up of 100-year-old Douglas firs, Western red cedars, and important wetland areas, accessible by a community-developed trail system. Once you visit this gem you will want to return with friends and visitors.

What to expect: 

• Introductory briefing on identifying and removing targeted invasive species
• Identified work locations, prioritized by need
• Opportunity to work individually or as part of a group
• Work at your own pace, take breaks as desired

At the conclusion of our forest work there is no need to rush off. The forest contains well-maintained trails and is a delight to explore. 

What to Bring & Wear

• Footwear: Comfortable trail shoes or light work boots—there will be roots and perhaps some muddy spots.
• Clothing: Long sleeves will help protect against scratchy holly. Dress in layers, such as a T-shirt, shirt, fleece or light jacket. Spring in the forest can be cool and even wet, so bring a rain‑resistant outer layer just in case.
• Nutrition: Maybe a sack lunch, snacks, and refillable water bottle.
• Equipment: Work gloves. Non-electric loppers and pruners, trowels, etc. 
• Optional: Sun protection (hat, sunscreen), and small daypack for your lunch and layers. Consider a camera and insect repellent.

Registration & Accessibility

• The event is family friendly and open to everyone, but pre‑registration is required through Sierra Club Sno‑Isle group. (Sierra Club membership is not required, but encouraged.)
• Participants will also sign the DNR Volunteer Registration form upon arrival.
• Trails are easy to moderate forest paths, but we will be working off-trail in a variety of topography. Let us know if you require mobility considerations.

Where: Meet at the South trail entrance of Hooven Forest at 170th Ave NE, Woodinville. Map here Car pool if possible, to ease parking.

Questions? Contact David.Jones@Washington.SierraClub.org

To learn more about Hooven Forest, use this link.

Level: Moderate

Signup Instructions: Registering for this events helps us plan ahead for work sites, materials, etc.

Bring: Gloves and long sleeves. Any useful tool (loppers, spades, trowels etc). Perhaps tuck a sack lunch into your daypack.

Signup Restrictions: Families are welcome, but please leave your four-legged friends at home

Carpool: Please car pool where possible, as parking options are limited at the trailhead.

Note: Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.