Friends of Haystack Mountain is hosting a pruning event for Haystack’s blueberry fields on July 15, from 8-11. The blueberry fields are being maintained for free picking for the community and for wildlife. Keeping the fields in blueberries requires mowing at least every other year and routinely cutting back small trees that grow in where a tractor and mower cannot go. Participants should be able to safely use a handsaw, clippers  or loppers.

Wear rugged shoes and bring:  work gloves, handsaw or loppers, bug dope, water and a snack. Individuals with chainsaws are welcome and should be familiar with chainsaw safety and use. Work for as little or as long as you want. When the blueberries ripen in August come back and pick all the blueberries you want! For information contact Buck at boherin1954@gmail.com. Meet at the Haystack Mountain Rd Trailhead.