City removing invasive caragana to make room for bike park in Crystal Lake

The City of Grande Prairie is letting residents know that work is starting this week to remove an acre and a half of caragana in Crystal Lake.  

In a Facebook post, the City says, “The removal is taking place to make room for construction of the new bike park and to preserve the natural ecosystems around Crystal Lake. 

“Caragana is an alien invasive species and this clearing is the first step to regenerate and re-establish a healthy, diverse native stand to both support birds and pollinators and to provide nature-based learning opportunities to urban residents and local schools.” 

The map shows the areas where there will be a minor trail disruption during removal. 

Work is expected to take 10-14 days.