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SUMMARY:Event and Community Booth Support
DESCRIPTION:Indoor/Outdoor – Help\, Support\, Meet\, Share \nWe’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help FVC staff at community events\, both indoors and outdoors\, rain or shine for our 2025 season. Events take place in Mission\, Abbotsford\, Chilliwack area\, and Agassiz\, and your support helps make them more engaging and successful! \nView our list of upcoming events that need support here: https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/events-2025/ \n  \n🌿 Indoor/Outdoor FVC Events Support: Responsibilities include\, but are not limited to\, assisting with set-up and take-down\, signing guests in\, and handing out supplies/equipment. View the entire job description here: https://tinyurl.com/jmu4a8cw \n🌿 Indoor/Outdoor Community Booth: Responsibilities include\, but are not limited to\, assisting with set-up and take-down\, helping run an interactive activity (training provided)\, representing the FVC by answering questions and sharing your experiences. View the entire job description here: https://tinyurl.com/wkbxe8zx \n  \n👉 Collect Service Seeds for every event you support! \n👉 If you’re interested in being on call for these volunteer opportunities\, please fill out the form by clicking the button below. We’ll contact you when events occur in your area. We appreciate any time you can give to support our work! \n👉 Must be fluent in English.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/event-booth-support-2025/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250825
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SUMMARY:Fall Native Plant Sale 2025
DESCRIPTION:Our Fall Native Plant Sale is open for orders! \nThis the best time of year to add trees and shrubs to your yard. It gives them a chance to get their roots established and be ready to flower and feed the pollinators in the spring. \nCheck out our selection in our online store\, which includes descriptions of what grows best where. \n  \nHere’s how it works: \n\nBrowse our online catalogue for the native plants of your dreams.\nPurchase online by September 28th – don’t delay\, popular plants sell out fast!\nWhile you are shopping\, select a time of day to pick up your order on October 4th.\nReceive an order confirmation email with details about where to pick up your order.\nCome out to Bradner (in East Abbotsford) on October 4th to pick up your plants and ask any plant questions you may have!\n\nThe online store is open until midnight on September 28th. \nVisit the store now!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/fall-native-plant-sale-2025/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Fundraising
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SUMMARY:Voices of the Forest: discover local trees
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor – Walk\, Learn\, Discover\, Connect\n \n\nJoin us for a guided walk with our very own plant expert (and nature enthusiast!) Jon Blais\, as we walk through Fishtrap Creek Park and learn about the native trees that call it home. Along the way\, you’ll learn how to identify different tree species\, hear the stories they tell\, and explore the vital roles they play in our ecosystem. Whether you’re a nature lover\, a curious beginner\, or just looking for a peaceful outing—this tour offers a new way to connect with the forest around you. \n\nThere are three short tours to choose from\, each with the same awesome content and limited to 10 people. Registration required. \nTour times:\n9:00 am –9:45 am \n10:00 am – 10:45 am \n11:00 am – 11:45 am\n \nImportant Reminders:  \n Registration required. \n Free event; donations accepted. \n Children are welcome with adult supervision. \n\nIf you are signing up as a group of 5+\, please contact patricia@fraservalleyconservancy.ca to confirm with us first. \n\n 
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/voicesoftheforest-2025/
LOCATION:Fishtrap Creek Park (north parking lot)\, 31580 Maclure Rd\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250918T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250918T113000
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SUMMARY:Fishtrap Creek: Clean-up & Invasive Removal #2
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor – Walk\, Learn\, Remove\, Improve \nAre you someone who wants to make a difference for nature and the people of the Fraser Valley? Do you want to see invasive plant species being managed? If so\, we want you on our team! We’re looking for energetic volunteers to help us clear some invasive plants at Fishtrap Creek Park in Abbotsford. All tools and training will be provided.\nBefore we take action\, Jon\, our Habitat Enhancement Coordinator\, will take us on a short walk to share information about the species that call Fishtrap Creek Park home. \n\nVolunteer Assets: \nBe able to bend\, kneel and pull. \nCapable of working on uneven and sloped terrain. \nComfortable using gardening tools such as shovels\, trowels\, and hand pruners. \nBe able to differentiate between invasive plant species and native plant species. \nSpecies being removed are English ivy\, Himalayan blackberry\, and lamium. \nClick here to read the full volunteer job description. \nImportant Reminders:  \n Registration required. \n This activity is adult-oriented; children are welcome with adult supervision. \nIf you are signing up as a group of 5+\, please contact patricia@fraservalleyconservancy.ca to confirm with us first.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/fishtrap-creek-invasive-sept2025/
LOCATION:Fishtrap Creek Park (north parking lot)\, 31580 Maclure Rd\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250925T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250925T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T224646Z
UID:10000182-1758825000-1758830400@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Home Energy Hacks
DESCRIPTION:Indoor – Relax\, Learn\, Ask\, Discuss \nAre you curious about how your household electrical use connects to the bigger picture of caring for nature? Whether you’re looking to cut back on your utility bill\, are new to BC\, or want to understand how the BC Hydro systems work\, this event is for you! Designed to engage both adults and kids alike\, this presentation covers the basics! \nJoin us for an interesting and beginner-friendly presentation by the Power Smart team from BC Hydro. The first 15 registered attendees will receive a FREE home energy saving kit! \n  \nWhat You Will Learn: \n💡 An overview of BC Hydro and its system \n💡 The importance of energy saving \n💡 Billing\, rates\, and rebates \n💡 Tips and a quiz on how to save energy at home \nImportant Reminders: \n👉 Registration required. \n👉 This activity is adult-oriented; children are welcome with adult supervision. \nBonus:   \n⭐ Join our Go Green! Saving Electricity Contest \n  \nThank you to our presenters:
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/home-energy-hacks-2025/
LOCATION:Matsqui Recreation Centre Multi Purpose 2/3 Room\, 3106 Clearbrook Rd\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V2T 4B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250927T100000
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SUMMARY:Snap and Share: Backyard Biodiversity with iNaturalist
DESCRIPTION:Indoor & Outdoor – Learn\, Ask\, Explore\, Discover \nDid you know there’s a fun and easy-to-use tool that can help you learn about the amazing critters living in your backyard? \nJoin us for an interactive iNaturalist training session to discover how this popular citizen science app and website can turn your everyday observations into valuable contributions to science. \nTakeaways:  \n🌿 Learn how to use iNaturalist to record and share your sightings. \n🌿 Get practical tips on photographing plants\, animals\, and insects for identification. \n🌿 Discover which local species to keep an eye out for in your area. \n🌿 Head outdoors for a walk in the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve to practice your new skills. \nImportant Reminders:  \n👉 Event is free\, but registration is required. \n👉 Parking is available at the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve. \n👉 Part of the event will involve exploring the trails\, dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear. \n👉 This activity is adult-oriented; children are welcome with adult supervision. \n👉 This event will be rain or shine.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/snap-and-share-2025/
LOCATION:Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve\, 5200 Sumas Prairie Rd\, Chilliwack\, BC\, V2R 4N7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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