The final aspect of Phase I is a small wooded wetland to be restored on the southeastern edge of the pond. The habitat will resemble that which long ago covered the entire bowl of today's Amory field and sanctuaries. Small trees will be planted and a boardwalk built through the wetland. The Friends group continues it's active leadership in the restoration project and the prickly task of removing the highly invasive multiflora rose from the Albrecht Garden in Hall's Pond Sanctuary. The Woolly Adelgid is an insect that feeds on the needles of Eastern and Carolina hemlocks.
Heavy infestation causes needle loss and ultimate mortality of the tree.
The Hemlock Assessment Committee was created in the spring of 1999 by the Park and Recreation Commission to research the effect of the Woolly Adelgid insect pest and potential action that the Town should take to protect its priority trees. There are approximately 3,380 Eastern Hemlock trees located on Town owned properties that are susceptible to this parasitic insect. The tree is also found on many private properties throughout Brookline. The Committee created a list of priority trees and costs associated with the recommended treatment. Recommended treatment alternatives are based upon feasibility of treatment and cost.