Name: Remove Invasive Ivy with Friends at Dickson Woods in North Saanich!
Start: 2025-11-29T09:45:00-08:00
End: 2025-11-29T11:45:00-08:00
Location: Dickson Woods

We will be removing invasive plants (mainly English ivy, but also some holly, blackberry & Daphne) from the Dickson Woods forest across from Victoria Airport. This protected area is commonly used as a walking route by locals but is overrun with invasive plants!

This is a great opportunity to meet new people, learn about environmental issues and increase biodiversity :)
This activity will go on rain or shine.

Want to sign up for this activity without using Meetup? email [kaitlin@greenteamscanada.ca](http://kaitlin@greenteamscanada.ca/)

**WHY SIGN UP**
You’ll:

* Meet new people
* Learn about local environmental issues
* Improve your mental health in nature connecting with others
* Get some exercise
* Increase biodiversity
* Get volunteer hours (if you need them)
* Eat delicious snacks
* Have fun!! :) (even when it rains!)

**REGISTRATION**
First time coming out? Fill this out: [[http://bit.ly/2WdZeAT](http://bit.ly/2WdZeAT)]([https://greenteams.formstack.com/forms/greater_victoria_green_team_volunteer_registration_form](https://greenteams.formstack.com/forms/greater_victoria_green_team_volunteer_registration_form))
18 or under? Get your parent/guardian to fill this out: [[http://bit.ly/parentguardianform](http://bit.ly/parentguardianform)]([https://greenteams.formstack.com/forms/greater_victoria_green_team_volunteer_registration_form_guardian](https://greenteams.formstack.com/forms/greater_victoria_green_team_volunteer_registration_form_guardian))
You only ever have to fill this form out ONCE
**RSVPing**
Before you sign up, please make sure you are fully committed to participating. We ensure there is enough staff, buy refreshments and bring gloves/tools based on the number of people signed up.
By RSVPing and not showing up, or changing your RSVP at the last minute, you may be taking a spot away from someone who wants to participate. Let’s honour each other’s time and be considerate of one another.
We understand that unforeseen circumstances may come up. If you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP right away.
**SET UP & TAKE DOWN**
Want to come early and help set up and/or stay a little longer and help with take down? Email [[Kaitlin@GreenTeamsCanada.ca](http://Kaitlin@greenteamscanada.ca/)]([mailto:kaitlin@GreenTeamsCanada.ca](http://mailto:kaitlin@greenteamscanada.ca/))
**MEETING SPOT**
Meet across the road from 1234 Willingdon Rd at the entrance to the Dickson Woods forest. There is a crosswalk with flashing lights for you to safely cross the road.
Leaders from both Greater Victoria Green Team will be at the entrance to the site to help direct you in and provide parking directions
We will be working on a protected forest area that is bordered by private property so please be respectful of neighbours!
**PARKING**
There is parking available on the shoulder of Willingdon Road. We will help direct you when you arrive. Please head towards the YYJ Pollinator Garden (1234 Willingdon Rd) and pull over to the side of the road there.
**CYCLING**
This activity location is right by Lochside Regional Trail and is a great opportunity to use your bike to travel through the region!
Plan your bicycle route with [CRD Bike Map](https://maps.crd.bc.ca/Html5Viewer/?viewer=BikeMap)
**BUS**
Plan your bus route with [BC Transit Victoria](https://www.bctransit.com/victoria/home)
**CARPOOLING**
Log in & use “comments” at the bottom of this page to say you need a ride or can offer a ride. You may also send us a message to include in an email to attendees.
Staff will not coordinate rides, they will only pass on the info that you are offering/looking for a ride.
Please ensure you communicate meeting points and times clearly and prioritize your safety. Community members who carpool do so at their own risk.
Staff cannot offer rides.
**WASHROOMS**
There is no public washroom at this location so please use a washroom before arriving.
**WHAT TO BRING**

* Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty
* Long sleeves and long pants to protect from thorny plants, & insects
* Refillable water bottle with water (we have water for refills)
* Sturdy closed toe shoes/boots
* Rain jacket in case it rains
* Hat
* Your own gardening gloves, tools and/or safety glasses if you prefer - otherwise we’ll provide these.

**WHAT WE PROVIDE YOU**

* Gloves, tools and safety glasses
* Education and demonstration on what we will be doing (no experience necessary!)
* Refreshments (e.g. baked goods, veggies, fruits, granola bars)
* Photos of you in action
* Volunteer letters (on request)

**FLOW OF THE ACTIVITY**
At 9.45am sign in, followed by instruction and engaging in this activity. Halfway through we’ll take a break, go back to engaging in the activity and then we end at 1pm
**PARTNER**
A BIG thank you to our Community Investment Partner, [Victoria Airport Authority](https://yyj.ca/community-engagement/). Their financial support and commitment to our shared goals enables us to promote environmental stewardship and community well-being
**LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT**
We acknowledge with respect and gratitude the traditional territories of the W̱SÁNEĆ Nation, upon which land this activity will take place. For many generations, they have maintained a deep connection to the land, waters and all living things. As guests on this land, we are grateful for the opportunity to learn.
**Questions?**
Email: [kaitlin@greenteamscanada.ca](http://kaitlin@greenteamscanada.ca/)

Kaitlin Warren

Lyda S.

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