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Anderson Hill is a majestic place that contains the rare Garry-oak rock outcrop ecosystem. Over the years, the dedicated work of volunteers has removed tons of invasive plants and helped restore this special place. There is lots of work still needed to clear other nasty invasive plants out of this beautiful place.

This event is on rain or shine.

Meeting Spot

Meet at the entrance to Anderson Hill Park HERE (https://www.google.ca/maps/place/528+Island+Rd,+Victoria,+BC+V8S+2T6/@48.4137652,-123.3063199,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x548f744db396bc7d:0xf4e8fab25fc1b85b?hl=en)

Parking

A few spaces at the entrance of the park. There is ample parking along Newport Road and Island Road. A map of where to park is found HERE (https://www.google.ca/maps/place/486+Newport+Ave,+Victoria,+BC+V8S+5C5/@48.4131194,-123.3042795,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m7!1m4!3m3!1s0x548f7448d02a7d8d:0x8156c6ae85cf7872!2sNewport+Ave,+Victoria,+BC!3b1!3m1!1s0x548f744cf95e0465:0x28b81f70b81ccadf?hl=en).

Getting yourself there

Transit. To find out the best route go to BC Transit (http://www.bctransit.com/regions/vic/?p=2.list) or use Google Map (https://www.google.ca/maps/preview)s.

Carpool. If you need a ride log into your Meet-up account, RSVP and leave a message at the bottom of this event page describing where you need a ride from.

Cycling. You can also use Google Maps (https://www.google.ca/maps/preview) to find a good cycling route.

Activities

  • Meet at 9:45 am for sign-in and introductions, and brief overview (please be on time!).

  • Walk to site (follow the arrows/flagging tape if you are late)

  • Removal of invasive, non-native plants like English Ivy, Gorse, young Scotch Broom and others!

  • Break / snack time at 11:30am

  • Work until 1pm

What to bring

  • Refillable water bottle

  • Dress for the weather. Warm clothes and in case it rains - rain jacket/pants/boots.

  • Clothing you don't mind getting dirty and muddy

  • Sturdy, comfortable closed-toe shoes/boots.

We will provide

  • Gardening gloves if you don't have them

  • Tools

  • Instructions on what to do. You don't need to have experience to participate!

  • Refreshments at the break

  • A chance to meet new people and have a fun experience in a beautiful park.

Host

Oakbay (https://www.oakbay.ca) and Anderson Hill Volunteers

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