The City of Wilmington will begin Longleaf restoration work at Halyburton Park this morning ( February 26 ) , starting with midstory hardwood reduction measures . A controlled burn will be scheduled afterward in February or March , weather permitting . Wiregrass will be planted after the midstory hardwood work and a controlled burn .
   All controlled burns
   will
   be announced approximately 48 - 72 hours in advance .
   The City was sub - awarded $9 , 945 of a National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant to complete 45 acres of longleaf restoration at the 60 - acre Halyburton Park , a recognized NC Natural Heritage site . Restoration work includes 45 acres of contractual controlled burning , wiregrass planting , and midstory control under mature longleaf pine .
   Located within Wilmington’s metro area , Halyburton Park is one of the most frequently visited parks with over 125 , 000 annual visitors . There are 1 . 3 miles of paved ADA - accessible paths , nature trails , a Nature and Events Center , a playground , and picnic shelters in the park . The park offers 160 environmental education programs and workshops for 5 , 000 plus annual participants . It serves as a high - profile longleaf restoration demonstration site educating residents about longleaf conservation and controlled fire .
   For more information , contact Halyburton Park staff at 910 - 341 - 0075 or visit
   www . halyburtonpark . com
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