Blackberry, Ivy and Bamboo Removal Work Party at Bee Creek

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Saturday, February 14th, 2015
9:45 AM to 1:00 PM

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. We will be removing the blackberry, ivy and bamboo from the area.

RSVP at http://www.meetup.com/Greater-Victoria-Green-Team/events/220054177/

Agenda

•  Meet in the parking lot at Coast Collective Art Gallery 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

• 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!