The Invasives Project – Pound Ridge

The Invasives Project-Pound Ridge (TIP-PR) is a public/private task force initiated by the Henry Morgenthau Preserve, Inc. and the Pound Ridge Conservation Board. Its mission is to protect the natural beauty of Pound Ridge, preserve wildlife habitat, encourage the use of native plant species, and limit the spread of invasive species. 

Throughout the year, certified Master Gardeners, volunteers and citizen scientists organize work parties, present panel discussions, hold workshops, and make home visits to educate residents about invasive species; the ones that have already taken root and the ones that are coming down the pike.

If you would like our Master Gardeners to evaluate your property during the summer months, please contact us by email: tipconsults@gmail.com. 

The goals of TIP-PR are to:

• Promote community education, awareness and cooperation regarding native and invasive plants

• Encourage and coordinate efforts to reduce existing infestations

• Prevent new infestations through early detection and rapid response

• Systematically study local invasive species and their management

• Create an invasive control program other towns can replicate in their communities

Our community partners include: Mianus River Gorge Preserve, New York/New Jersey Trail Conference, the Pound Ridge Land Conservancy, the Pound Ridge Library, The Pound Ridge Partnership and the Westchester Land Trust. Over the last five years, these organizations have worked together to promote the planting of native species, provided programs and organized volunteer activities to manage invasive species within the town.