# Prescott National Forest Seeks Volunteers to Pull Weeds

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Podcast: [SignalsAZ.com - Arizona News Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/signalsaz-com-arizona-news-podcast-1375934)
Published: 2026-05-06T16:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

The Prescott National Forest is launching a monthly volunteer initiative to manually remove invasive plant species across the Bradshaw Ranger District. This effort aims to protect native habitats and wildlife from species that cannot be controlled through standard suppression methods.

## Highlights
- Main idea: Monthly weed-pulling events run from May through October to preserve forest health
- Practical takeaway: Volunteers should bring water, snacks, and wear gloves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes
- Logistics: Events occur on the fourth Thursday of every month from 9 a.m. to noon
- Impact: Removing invasive species prevents the displacement of native plants and the alteration of wildlife habitats
- Operational note: Specific event locations are announced ten days in advance, which may affect trailhead parking

## Topics

Prescott National Forest, Bradshaw Ranger District, Invasive Species Control, Environmental Volunteering, Forest Conservation, Arizona Ecology, Habitat Restoration

## Chapters
- 0:00 — Volunteer Initiative Overview: Details on the monthly invasive weed pulling events in the Bradshaw Ranger District.
- 1:00 — Contact and Local News: How to reach forest officials for more information and where to find more Arizona news.

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