Blackberry, ivy and bamboo removal at Bee Creek in Colwood
Details
Bee Creek flows into the Esquimalt Lagoon. A restoration project is currently underway to improve the function of the stream and create spawning and rearing habitat for Pacific salmon and sea-run cutthroat trout.
Meeting Spot
We will meet in the parking lot at Coast Collective Art Gallery HERE (https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Coast+Collective/@48.426866,-123.474663,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x3da3288d813e25ac)
How to get to the location
Transit/Cycling. To find out the best route from where you are, please go to BC Transit (http://www.bctransit.com/regions/vic/?p=2.list) or use Google Maps (https://www.google.ca/maps/preview).
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.
Flow of Volunteer Activities
• Meet at 9:45am for sign-in and introductions (please be on time)
• Walk to site (follow the arrows/flagging tape if you are late)
• Remove Blackberry, ivy and bamboo.
• Take a break after about 1.5 hours with treats and refreshments
• Volunteer until 1pm then sign-out at end
What to bring
• If you're under 19, you must bring a waiver form signed by a parent or guardian in order to participate (please email greatervictoriagreenteam@gmail.com for a copy of our waiver form)
• Refillable water bottle
• Dress for the weather. Rain jacket/pants if it rains, extra layers in case it is cold
• Long-sleeved shirt and long pants to protect you from thorny plants and ticks
• Clothing you don't mind getting dirty
• 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!
• A fun experience, meeting new people in a beautiful park!
Host
Coast Collective Art gallery (http://www.coastcollective.ca/bee-creek.php)
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