NFHAS Program-Goats for Sustainable Vegetation Management

Find out more about an innovative program using goats as a new and novel way to control underbrush.

Mitchel Ross Nature Preserve is owned by Northern Flint Hills Audubon.  It is a 26 acre tract bordered by Stagg Hill Rd and Canyon Drive and the back yards of the residence on the east side of Dondee.  We have been responsible stewards of this property over the past 20 years. Now, however, nature is giving us a problem.  That is, BUSH HONEYSUCKLE. Bush honeysuckle is an invasive species and it certainly has invaded our forest preserve. We are considering the use of GOATS to control this problem. You may want to use goats on a property you own as well. Join us for an informational meeting on this subject.

SPEAKER:  Thad Rhodes, district forester for the State of Kansas will explain why Bush Honeysuckle is a problem to Kansas forests. He will report on the use of goats elsewhere and the advantages and disadvantages of this method of control.

SPEAKER: Jessica Boeckman, owner Given Grace Farm and goat owner will explain the process of using goats to clear underbrush.

After the presentation a question and answer session will follow.