Are you a high school student looking for volunteer hours? A retiree looking to get out and connect with your community? Or, maybe, a parent wanting to teach your children about nature? Then come out to Winskill Park in Delta on Oct 15 for Ready, Set, Pull! We will be helping restore the ecology of the park by removing invasive ivy. Snacks, gloves, and training provided!
Check out our website event page (link in the bio) or email info@iscmv.ca to learn more.
#metrovancouver #Delta #volunteers #invasivespecies #ivy #community #events #families
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Help protect and restore Burnaby's beautiful Central Park! Volunteers are needed to plant native shrubs & trees on Saturday, Oct 14, 10am-12pm. To register, check out our ISCMV event page on our website (link in the bio) or email info@iscmv.ca
No experience necessary. This event is free and open to families, youth, and all community members. Volunteers will be provided with instruction, gloves, tools, and refreshments.
#metrovancouver #burnaby #nativeplants #stewardship #volunteers #allages #events #community #families
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Conservation Connections 2023, BC’s South Coast species at risk annual info sharing and networking event is back and happening in Surrey, BC! (check out our event page in our bio)
This FREE event is an opportunity to connect with experts in species at risk & recovery. The afternoon event will start with a complimentary lunch, followed by a range of interesting speakers and time for discussion. Space is limited so be sure to register early!
Registration Deadline: September 27, 2023
Event Date: Oct 3, 2023; 12-4:30pm
Location: City Center Branch - Surrey Library (0350 University Dr)
Conservation Connections 2023 is organized by the South Coast Conservation Program and generously supported by the City of Surrey and Environment and Climate Change.
#surrey #Climate #species #speciesatrisk #invasivespecies #FREE #network #education
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Did you know that invasive plants can be made into paper, baskets, and even furniture? In the growing field of "eco-art", industrial designers and artists are experimenting with new ways of using invasive plants. Learn more by joining our free Zoom "Stewardship Session - Eco-Art with Invasive Plants" on Tuesday, Oct 10, 6:30-8pm.
We will welcome a panel of experts @invasive_art_initiative @salderdesign @free_the_fern to share examples of their work and describe their creative process. There will be opportunity for dialogue and questions at the end of the session. Sign up on to attend on our website (link to our event page in our bio)
This event is organized in a partnership between ISCMV & @[17841405731552026:@stanleyparkecology]
#metrovancouver #invasivespecies #ecoart #environment #zoom #FREE #educational
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Join ISCMV, the @city_of_newwest , and the New Westminster Environmental Partners for a stewardship event at Glenbrook Ravine! (check our event page link in our bio)
During this event, we will be focusing on removing invasive species. This is a family-friendly event, and we have ways for people of all ages and abilities to get involved and contribute. You do not need to be a resident of New Westminster to participate. Anyone welcome! We will be working rain or shine.
This invasive removal event is in preparation for our native planting event to be held on Oct 28.
Interested individuals are encouraged to reach out to Project Lead Melanie Apps at melapps89@gmail.com to be added to the Glenbrook Ravine Restoration mailing list.
#newwest #stewardship #volunteer #invasivespecies #environment
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Have you heard of Guichon Creek in Burnaby? The creek runs through BCIT. Efforts to restore the Creek to its natural habitat have been ongoing and will continue with future plans of daylighting it on the north side of the campus.
On Wednesday, September 20th from 12:30-3:30pm, BCIT will be hosting Guichon Creek Day to celebrate Guichon Creek.
The event will kick off with a welcome from Elder Carleen Thomas and special guests at the Gazebo behind the Recreation Center. ISCMV will have a info table at the event, providing education about invasive plants. In addition, there will be a Weeding and Weaving with Ivy workshop from 1:30-2:30 run by local environmental steward, Joe Boyd.
For more info about Guichon Creek Day and to sign-up for scheduled workshops and walks, check out our event page (link in the bio)
#burnaby #stewardship #creek #walk #workshops #invasivespecies
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The ISCBC has launched an ‘Invasive Species Youth Program’ for youth aged 15-30 to make a positive impact in their communities, all while gaining skills that will set them up for future career success. (check out the link in our bio)
Youth across Canada will have the opportunity to acquire practical skills in stewardship project management, leadership, fieldwork, communications, and much more. Youth will be provided mentorship by the ISCBC’s Youth Team, who will guide them to make meaningful connections in their community to link up to take on potential projects. Projects can encompass a variety of initiatives such as organizing invasive removal events, coordinating community nature walks and workshops, developing educational resources on invasive species for the public, and so much more.
#britishcolumbia #invasivespecies #stewardship #youth #volunteer #environment
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After a successful first Ready, Set, Pull event on Saturday, Sept 9, we are excited to welcome volunteers back for our second event on September 16, 2023. This event will be held from 10am-12:30pm at the Ladner Harbour Park.
Snacks, gloves, equipment, and training will be provided. So, even if you have never done a weed pull before, you are more than welcome to come! Delta will also be offering prizes to those who come out for more than one event.
Community weed pulls are an awesome way for you to learn about our natural ecosystems and take an active role in their protection. High school students: participation counts as part of your volunteer work hours!
To register:
Email: cae@delta.ca
Phone:604-946-3253
#Delta #invasivespecies #volunteer #stewardship #environment #community
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Are you a high school student looking for volunteer hours? A retiree looking to get out and connect with your community? Or, maybe, a parent wanting to teach your children about nature? Then come out to Winskill Park in Delta on Oct 15 for Ready, Set, Pull! We will be helping restore the ecology of the park by removing invasive ivy. Snacks, gloves, and training provided! Check out our website event page (link in the bio) or email info@iscmv.ca to learn more. #metrovancouver #Delta #volunteers #invasivespecies #ivy #community #events #families
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Help protect and restore Burnaby's beautiful Central Park! Volunteers are needed to plant native shrubs & trees on Saturday, Oct 14, 10am-12pm. To register, check out our ISCMV event page on our website (link in the bio) or email info@iscmv.ca No experience necessary. This event is free and open to families, youth, and all community members. Volunteers will be provided with instruction, gloves, tools, and refreshments. #metrovancouver #burnaby #nativeplants #stewardship #volunteers #allages #events #community #families
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Conservation Connections 2023, BC’s South Coast species at risk annual info sharing and networking event is back and happening in Surrey, BC! (check out our event page in our bio) This FREE event is an opportunity to connect with experts in species at risk & recovery. The afternoon event will start with a complimentary lunch, followed by a range of interesting speakers and time for discussion. Space is limited so be sure to register early! Registration Deadline: September 27, 2023 Event Date: Oct 3, 2023; 12-4:30pm Location: City Center Branch - Surrey Library (0350 University Dr) Conservation Connections 2023 is organized by the South Coast Conservation Program and generously supported by the City of Surrey and Environment and Climate Change. #surrey #Climate #species #speciesatrisk #invasivespecies #FREE #network #education
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Did you know that invasive plants can be made into paper, baskets, and even furniture? In the growing field of "eco-art", industrial designers and artists are experimenting with new ways of using invasive plants. Learn more by joining our free Zoom "Stewardship Session - Eco-Art with Invasive Plants" on Tuesday, Oct 10, 6:30-8pm. We will welcome a panel of experts @invasive_art_initiative @salderdesign @free_the_fern to share examples of their work and describe their creative process. There will be opportunity for dialogue and questions at the end of the session. Sign up on to attend on our website (link to our event page in our bio) This event is organized in a partnership between ISCMV & @[17841405731552026:@stanleyparkecology] #metrovancouver #invasivespecies #ecoart #environment #zoom #FREE #educational
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Join ISCMV, the @city_of_newwest , and the New Westminster Environmental Partners for a stewardship event at Glenbrook Ravine! (check our event page link in our bio) During this event, we will be focusing on removing invasive species. This is a family-friendly event, and we have ways for people of all ages and abilities to get involved and contribute. You do not need to be a resident of New Westminster to participate. Anyone welcome! We will be working rain or shine. This invasive removal event is in preparation for our native planting event to be held on Oct 28. Interested individuals are encouraged to reach out to Project Lead Melanie Apps at melapps89@gmail.com to be added to the Glenbrook Ravine Restoration mailing list. #newwest #stewardship #volunteer #invasivespecies #environment
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Have you heard of Guichon Creek in Burnaby? The creek runs through BCIT. Efforts to restore the Creek to its natural habitat have been ongoing and will continue with future plans of daylighting it on the north side of the campus. On Wednesday, September 20th from 12:30-3:30pm, BCIT will be hosting Guichon Creek Day to celebrate Guichon Creek. The event will kick off with a welcome from Elder Carleen Thomas and special guests at the Gazebo behind the Recreation Center. ISCMV will have a info table at the event, providing education about invasive plants. In addition, there will be a Weeding and Weaving with Ivy workshop from 1:30-2:30 run by local environmental steward, Joe Boyd. For more info about Guichon Creek Day and to sign-up for scheduled workshops and walks, check out our event page (link in the bio) #burnaby #stewardship #creek #walk #workshops #invasivespecies
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The ISCBC has launched an ‘Invasive Species Youth Program’ for youth aged 15-30 to make a positive impact in their communities, all while gaining skills that will set them up for future career success. (check out the link in our bio) Youth across Canada will have the opportunity to acquire practical skills in stewardship project management, leadership, fieldwork, communications, and much more. Youth will be provided mentorship by the ISCBC’s Youth Team, who will guide them to make meaningful connections in their community to link up to take on potential projects. Projects can encompass a variety of initiatives such as organizing invasive removal events, coordinating community nature walks and workshops, developing educational resources on invasive species for the public, and so much more. #britishcolumbia #invasivespecies #stewardship #youth #volunteer #environment
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After a successful first Ready, Set, Pull event on Saturday, Sept 9, we are excited to welcome volunteers back for our second event on September 16, 2023. This event will be held from 10am-12:30pm at the Ladner Harbour Park. Snacks, gloves, equipment, and training will be provided. So, even if you have never done a weed pull before, you are more than welcome to come! Delta will also be offering prizes to those who come out for more than one event. Community weed pulls are an awesome way for you to learn about our natural ecosystems and take an active role in their protection. High school students: participation counts as part of your volunteer work hours! To register: Email: cae@delta.ca Phone:604-946-3253 #Delta #invasivespecies #volunteer #stewardship #environment #community
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