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SUMMARY:Salmon in the City
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Salmon in the City in Mission! \nGet exclusive access to this property protected by the FVC \nLearn from speakers about the stream and salmon who spawn here \nSpend a day with other nature enthusiasts and help improve the habitat \n  \nWhat we Will be Doing: \n\nWe’re looking for energetic volunteers to help us clean up and maintain our Windebank Creek property in Mission.\nThis will involve invasive plant removal and some garbage clean up.\nWe will also be planting some willow stakes and dogwood stakes.\nWe will have pizza for lunch while listening to our guest speakers.\n\nWhy it’s Helpful: \n\nCreating a healthy tree canopy along Windebank Creek in Mission\, leads to a healthier stream for salmon to spawn in.\nThis stewardship will help create habitat for local wildlife who also use the area.\n\nTraining/Equipment: \n\nIf you’re able to\, bring your own gloves and pruning shears\, otherwise\, they will be provided.\nInvasive plant removal and garbage clean up training will be provided on site at the beginning of the day.\nShovels and training for willow staking will be provided.\n\nSafety: \n\nWear appropriate clothing for the weather and closed-toed footwear.\n\nSetting: \n\nForested outdoors around a creek.\n\nLocation: \n\nWindebank Creek\, Mission\, BC.\nWe will be meeting at the west end of Logan Avenue\, Mission (next to Embers BBQ House). Parking available along Logan Ave. and nearby parking lots.\n\nCommitment/Length/Timing: \n\nSaturday November 5th\, 2022\n9:00AM – 1:00PM\nRAIN OR SHINE\nPizza lunch provided\nPlease bring your own re-usable drink container – coffee and water will be available\n\nYou’re not required to register for this event\, just drop in on the day\, the more the merrier!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/salmon-in-the-city-2022/
LOCATION:Windebank\, 32559 Logan Ave\, Mission\, British Columbia\, V2V 6W8
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Blais":MAILTO:jon@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221102T140000
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SUMMARY:Horn Creek Park Planting
DESCRIPTION:The Work: \n\nWe’re looking for energetic volunteers to help us with the restoration of Horn Creek Park.\nThis will involve placing and planting trees and shrubs.\n\nWhy it’s Helpful: \n\nHorn Creek Park in Abbotsford\, BC is a public park that locals can enjoy and is home to many birds\, snails\, and other wildlife. You will be helping restore their habitat so they can continue to live in the park.\n\nResponsibilities: \n\nPlanting trees and shrubs\n\nTraining/Equipment: \n\nIf you’re able to\, bring your own gloves\, otherwise\, they will be provided.\nShovels for planting will be provided.\nPlanting training will be provided on site at the beginning of the day.\n\nSafety: \n\nWear appropriate clothing and footwear.\n\nSetting: \n\nOutdoors at Horn Creek Park.\n\nLocation: \n\nHorn Creek Park\, Abbotsford\, BC.\nWe will be meeting at the north end of the park. There is street parking available in the communities north of Maclure Rd.\n\nCommitment/Length/Timing: \n\nWednesday November 2nd\, 2022\n10:00AM – 2:00PM\nRAIN OR SHINE\n\nPlease ensure that all people attending are registered separately.\nIf you click the “Sign Up” button below and receive a “form has been deactivated” notification\, we have reached the maximum number of volunteers for this event.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/horn-creek-park-planting/
LOCATION:Horn Creek Park\, 32888 Maclure Rd\, Abbotsford\, BC\, V2S 0K9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joelle Krol":MAILTO:joelle@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220910T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
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SUMMARY:Once Upon a Field
DESCRIPTION:You’ll find Sofi at the Once Upon a Field event this year! \n  \n\n\nPeer into grasslands that once were fields to discover the stories of the furry and feathered animals that live and hunt there. Walk like a coyote through a grass maze to find prey\, or swoop into a heritage barn to learn how barn owls live. Enjoy fun activities with community partners\, dance to live music and munch at a food truck.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/once-upon-a-field/
LOCATION:Campbell Valley Regional Park\, 20285 8 Ave\, Langley\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220829T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220925T235900
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
CREATED:20220519T234054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T175453Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/fall-native-plant-sale-on-now/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220827T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220827T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
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SUMMARY:Nature Stewardship School: Stewardship Slipups
DESCRIPTION:Nature Stewardship School is back in session! Join the FVC’s Tamsin Baker and Aleesha Switzer for an in-person workshop event at the Abbotsford University of the Fraser Valley campus.\nWorkshop Topic\nHave you ever worried that your stewardship activities may be doing more harm than good? \nWe polled environmental professionals across the Fraser Valley and our FVC staff to find the top five most common mistakes people make when they are trying to care for nature. This workshop focuses on identifying how these five “stewardship slipups” show up across a wide variety of common practices including: \n\ninstalling boxes for birds\, bats\, or owls\nmanaging streamside or pondside habitat\nmoving\, relocating\, or rescuing wildlife\nfinding information online\nand many more!\n\nThis is your opportunity to identify stewardship slipups and learn what to do instead to become a champion for nature in the Fraser Valley. \n\nEvent Details\nThis in-person workshop event will take place from 1:00 – 4:30 PM on Saturday\, August 27th. Doors open at 12:30. \nThe details for parking and room number will be emailed once your ticket has been purchased. \nTamsin and Aleesha will present and take participant questions. If you have a burning stewardship question\, make sure to bring it to this event! \nCoffee\, tea\, and water will be available\, as well as some light snacks. Participants are encouraged to bring their own mug and/or water bottle. There will be washroom and snack breaks\, and opportunities to chat with fellow participants and FVC staff. \n\nSafety\nThe FVC is taking precautions to avoid the spread of infectious diseases at this event. Our meeting space will allow for distanced seating\, and we are using the room at <50% capacity. \nHand sanitizing stations will be available\, and common surfaces will be disinfected regularly. \nMasks are not currently required\, however\, participants are free to wear them if they feel comfortable doing so. \n\n\nRegistration\n\nTickets for this Nature Stewardship School event are only $5.00. Please use the “Buy a Ticket” button below to be redirected to our FVC store where you can purchase your ticket.  \nIf you have any questions or concerns\, please contact send us an email. \nIf the store has sold out of tickets\, we have reached the maximum number of attendees for the event. We hope to see you at an upcoming event!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/nss-stewardship-slipups/
LOCATION:University of the Fraser Valley\, 33844 King Rd\, Abbotsford\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tamsin Baker":MAILTO:outreach@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220618T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
CREATED:20220525T230531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T203422Z
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SUMMARY:Ryder Lake Ramble
DESCRIPTION:Ryder Lake is a historic farming community on the outskirts of Chilliwack nestled in the shadow of Elk Mountain. After a few years off due to Covid\, the Ryder Lake Ramble self-guided tour of farms and gardens in Ryder Lake is back on again this year! \nThe Fraser Valley Conservancy will have a table set up at Ryder Lake Hall during this event and we encourage anyone interested to come check out the Ryder Lake area on June 18th between 10am and 4pm. \nCheck-in at Ryder Lake Hall at 49265 Elk View Road for admission wristbands on June 18th. For more information about the ramble and directions to the event click the event link! \n 
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/ryder-lake-ramble/
LOCATION:Ryder Lake Hall\, 49265 Elk View Rd\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, V4Z 1E8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220616T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220616T183000
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
CREATED:20220524T184105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T184117Z
UID:10000063-1655400600-1655404200@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Step to It - Info Session
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/step-to-it-info-session/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Brodey":MAILTO:laura@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220531T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
CREATED:20220516T204852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T015410Z
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SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to participate in our virtual Annual General Meeting via Zoom. Join us to learn what we have been up to in 2021\, thanks to your support! \n  \nThere will be:\n\nUpdates from me and our Executive Director.\nPresentation and review of our 2021 financials.\nElections for our Board of Directors (if you are interested in sitting on our board let me know!)\nAnd the highlight of the evening\, staff presentations about the programs they have been working on and how the extreme weather events of the past year impacted our work.\n\nAnd we’re proposing amendments to our current bylaws to ensure our properties are protected more effectively. If you are a member\, you will be asked to vote on this. Please review the changes here and join us at the AGM to have your say. \n  \nThere will be time at the beginning of the meeting to ensure everyone is comfortable using Zoom. If you prefer to join by phone you can call 778 907 2071 and enter our meeting ID of 839 4365 0059 when prompted\, and passcode 662958. However\, we will have a slide-show so watching online will be a much better experience.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Alexandra Janes":MAILTO:alex@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220518T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220518T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
CREATED:20220505T210417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T210417Z
UID:10000058-1652896800-1652900400@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Improving Backyard Biodiversity with Native Plants
DESCRIPTION:Want to help your backyard become a better place to support local wildlife?\nJoin experts from the Fraser Valley Conservancy to learn about the many benefits of adding native plants. Topics will also include which native plant options are recommended to liven up your garden\, and practical tips on garden layout and plant propagation.\nThis workshop is free. Registration is required.\nTo register:\nEmail: garden@leps.bc.ca\nCall: 604-546-0344 See less
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/improving-backyard-biodiversity-with-native-plants/
LOCATION:Derek Doubleday Arboretum\, 21200 Fraser Hwy\, Langley\, British Columbia\, V3A 4M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Tamsin Baker":MAILTO:outreach@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220514T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220514T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
CREATED:20220303T175145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T194311Z
UID:10000051-1652515200-1652536800@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Native Plant Sale - 2022
DESCRIPTION:New for this year\, we’re making the Spring Sale into an event. \nWhere: West Abbotsford (you will receive the exact location details once you purchase) \nWhen you make your plant purchases\, you’re invited to spend time with us on Saturday\, May 14th! \n\nAsk our staff plant experts all of your must know questions.\nLearn about our programs and how you can get involved.\nMissed out on buying a plant online? We’ll have limited stock there on the day-of for you to purchase!\n\nWe can’t wait to meet you all in person.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/spring-plant-sale-2022/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:All Events,Fundraising
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexandra Janes":MAILTO:alex@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220423T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220423T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
CREATED:20220303T173132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T173132Z
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SUMMARY:Green Living - Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:The FVC will be an exhibitor at this event!\nCelebrate this Earth Day and learn more about Green Living\, Saturday\, April 23rd from 10AM – 2PM. We will have an neighbourhood cleanup\, kids crafts\, exhibitors\, guest speakers and workshops. \n  \nFree event; location coming soon.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/green-living-earth-day/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:All Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexandra Janes":MAILTO:alex@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220316T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220316T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
CREATED:20220303T172137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T172137Z
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SUMMARY:Early Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:The FVC will have a booth set up at this event!\nAlthough Earth Day is officially in April\, we want to celebrate it early as well! This event will showcase strategies for many leading environmental issues including invasive species\, food waste\, flooding\, and more. We will also have opportunities to learn about urban forestry\, gardening\, and ways to communicate with your local politicians. Join us in Building G (Abbotsford campus\, GH102) anytime from 10am-2pm on March 16th to learn how YOU can make a difference! \n*Please note that masks will be required at all times during this event.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/early-earth-day/
LOCATION:University of the Fraser Valley\, 33844 King Road\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V2S 7M8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Brodey":MAILTO:laura@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220311T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220311T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T180320Z
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SUMMARY:Oregon Spotted Frog Professional Training 2022
DESCRIPTION:Register now for the 2022 Oregon Spotted Frog Identification training session. This training will enable environmental monitors (staff or contractors) to accurately identify and distinguish local frog species caught during work in and around waterways\, ditches\, or wetlands. This is an important professional development opportunity for environmental monitors to ensure due diligence and accuracy in amphibian identification. If your organization will be working in Oregon Spotted Frog areas and would like to send a group for hands-on frog identification and habitat recognition training\, please consider this limited-time opportunity. \nTraining will be provided by Aleesha Switzer (RPBio)\, a local biologist specializing in Oregon Spotted Frogs. The charge for this 2.5-hour training session will be $25 per person. Training will take place at an Oregon Spotted Frog wetland site in Agassiz. Additional details will be made available upon registration. \nFour session options are offered across two dates based on the frog breeding window in 2022: \nThursday\, March 10th  9:30am-12:00pm     or     1:00pm-3:30pm  \nFriday\, March 11th 9:30am-12:00pm     or     1:00pm-3:30pm  \nDepending on the demand\, new dates may be added. If conditions change\, the dates may need to be adjusted slightly (for example\, if a large freeze event halts breeding and frogs are not available for in-hand identification training). Participants will be notified as quickly as possible if any schedule changes need to be made. \nOnce Registered – You will receive an email within 2 business days with additional details on the session\, including when and where to meet. \nAdditional Information\nThis session is intended for environmental professionals including environmental monitors\, municipal staff\, and decision-makers who come into contact with Oregon Spotted Frog and its habitat. Oregon Spotted Frog is highly Endangered (provincially and federally). Within Canada\, it is only known to occur in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. It lives in water year-round and is found in a variety of agricultural ditches\, sloughs\, shallow wetlands\, and marshes. In the past decade\, two new populations of Oregon Spotted Frog have been discovered in Abbotsford and Chilliwack\, suggesting there are more potential areas where this endangered frog may be undiscovered. Oregon Spotted Frogs are most likely to be encountered during regular drainage maintenance works; however few environmental monitors are trained on the identification of this cryptic species. \nAll participants must wear a face covering when within 2m of another individual. We will be in group sizes of up to 12 people (plus the instructor). \nFor questions\, please contact Aleesha: aleesha@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/oregon-spotted-frog-professional-training-2022/2022-03-11/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aleesha Switzer":MAILTO:aleesha@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220310T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220310T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
CREATED:20220303T174747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T180320Z
UID:10000049-1646904600-1646926200@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Oregon Spotted Frog Professional Training 2022
DESCRIPTION:Register now for the 2022 Oregon Spotted Frog Identification training session. This training will enable environmental monitors (staff or contractors) to accurately identify and distinguish local frog species caught during work in and around waterways\, ditches\, or wetlands. This is an important professional development opportunity for environmental monitors to ensure due diligence and accuracy in amphibian identification. If your organization will be working in Oregon Spotted Frog areas and would like to send a group for hands-on frog identification and habitat recognition training\, please consider this limited-time opportunity. \nTraining will be provided by Aleesha Switzer (RPBio)\, a local biologist specializing in Oregon Spotted Frogs. The charge for this 2.5-hour training session will be $25 per person. Training will take place at an Oregon Spotted Frog wetland site in Agassiz. Additional details will be made available upon registration. \nFour session options are offered across two dates based on the frog breeding window in 2022: \nThursday\, March 10th  9:30am-12:00pm     or     1:00pm-3:30pm  \nFriday\, March 11th 9:30am-12:00pm     or     1:00pm-3:30pm  \nDepending on the demand\, new dates may be added. If conditions change\, the dates may need to be adjusted slightly (for example\, if a large freeze event halts breeding and frogs are not available for in-hand identification training). Participants will be notified as quickly as possible if any schedule changes need to be made. \nOnce Registered – You will receive an email within 2 business days with additional details on the session\, including when and where to meet. \nAdditional Information\nThis session is intended for environmental professionals including environmental monitors\, municipal staff\, and decision-makers who come into contact with Oregon Spotted Frog and its habitat. Oregon Spotted Frog is highly Endangered (provincially and federally). Within Canada\, it is only known to occur in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. It lives in water year-round and is found in a variety of agricultural ditches\, sloughs\, shallow wetlands\, and marshes. In the past decade\, two new populations of Oregon Spotted Frog have been discovered in Abbotsford and Chilliwack\, suggesting there are more potential areas where this endangered frog may be undiscovered. Oregon Spotted Frogs are most likely to be encountered during regular drainage maintenance works; however few environmental monitors are trained on the identification of this cryptic species. \nAll participants must wear a face covering when within 2m of another individual. We will be in group sizes of up to 12 people (plus the instructor). \nFor questions\, please contact Aleesha: aleesha@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/oregon-spotted-frog-professional-training-2022/2022-03-10/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aleesha Switzer":MAILTO:aleesha@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220223T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T075245
CREATED:20220303T004940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T010119Z
UID:10000045-1645606800-1645617600@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Adult Toad Fencing - 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Work\n\nWe’re looking for energetic volunteers to help us install 150m of silt fencing to direct amphibians travelling back to the wetlands!\nThis will involve installing fencing along the ditch on Elk View Road.\n\nWhy it’s Helpful\n\nIn late February/early March the amphibians are travelling back to their important breeding wetland in Ryder Lake. There is a crossing structure called the “Toad Tunnel”\, that runs under Elk View Road.\nThe fencing you will install helps guide these amphibians to the crossing structure so they can safely pass under the road.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nHelp install the silt fencing.\nUse tools to dig trenches\, hammer in wooden stakes and attach fencing material to the wooden stakes.\n\nRequirements\n\nBe prepared to spend a few hours outdoors alongside a road.\nCan use tools such as shovels to dig into wet ground.\nHammering wooden stakes into the ground\, and using a staple gun to secure the fence.\nWear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear (Rubber boots or hiking boots that can get a little muddy) and work gloves.\nAccess to a vehicle to travel to the Ryder Lake area.\nBring your own water/hot drinks or snacks.\n\nTraining/Equipment\n\nAll training required will be provided on the day-of.\nAll tools will be provided including shovels\, pickaxes\, sledgehammers\, staple guns\, and staples.\nIf you’re able to\, bring your own gloves.\n\nSafety\n\nBring your own mask (mandatory) to wear for check-in\, and when less than 2 meters apart from others.\nDress appropriately for wet\, cold\, weather.\nSafety vests will be provided (let us know if you want to bring your own!).\n\nSetting\n\nOutdoors in the right-of-way adjacent to Elk View Road.\nThere is no shelter or bathroom facilities on site.\n\nLocation\n\nRyder Lake Neighbourhood in Chilliwack\, BC.\nThe exact meeting location will be provided once registered.\n\nCommitment\n\nWednesday\, February 23rd\, 2022\n9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nRAIN OR SHINE\n\n\nThank you for your interest in Toad Fence Installation!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/adult-toad-fencing-2022/
LOCATION:Ryder Lake\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, V4Z 1G7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexandra Janes":MAILTO:alex@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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UID:10000046-1645036200-1645041600@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Nature Stewardship School – A Look From Past to Present
DESCRIPTION:Our Nature Stewardship School hosts FREE community workshops teaching a variety of skills on how you can help our local wildlife. \nWe are hosting a webinar on how to work with nature to curb climate change\, using local Fraser Valley examples\, on Wednesday\, February 16th\, 2022\, from 6:30-8:00 PM. \nJoin us and hear from Close to Home Coordinator\, Laura Brodey and Biologist\, Dr. Mike Pearson. \nThis online workshop will cover the following: \n\nHow the historic Fraser Valley landscape was formed over time.\nUnderstanding floodplains\, water connectivity\, and the Sumas flood.\nHow the current Fraser Valley landscape stands to be impacted by climate change.\nConnecting knowledge of the past with awareness of the present to plan for a healthy climate future.\n\nParticipants are encouraged to bring any questions for discussion during the live Q&A portion of the webinar.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/nature-stewardship-school-a-look-from-past-to-present/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexandra Janes":MAILTO:alex@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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CREATED:20211020T222755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T003611Z
UID:10000044-1636797600-1636812000@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Salmon in the City - Windebank Event
DESCRIPTION:The Work\n\nWe’re looking for energetic volunteers to help us with the ongoing restoration of Windebank Creek.\nThis will involve picking up garbage on the property\, some invasive plant control\, as well as helping us plant native shrubs.\nYou will also get an opportunity to learn about the history of Windebank Creek\, see in-person the salmon who depend on it\, and the impacts of climate change\n\nWhy it’s Helpful\n\nWindebank Creek is a salmon-bearing creek that runs through a FVC conservation property in Mission\, BC. You will be helping us keep the property in top condition for the fish and wildlife that call the area home.\nThe fight against invasive plant species is always ongoing\, and your planting of native trees and shrubs will help shade the stream and make it a beautiful space.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nPick up litter on the property.\nDigging holes and planting native trees and shrubs.\nCome with an open mind for learning!\n\nRequirements\n\nBe prepared to spend the time outdoors with minimal seating options\, RAIN OR SHINE.\nBe prepared to clip blackberry\, pull morning glory\, remove garbage\, and plant!\nWear weather-appropriate clothing & sturdy footwear (hiking boots are recommended).\nBring your own refillable water bottle or coffee mug.\n\nTraining/Equipment\n\nIf you’re able to\, bring your own gloves.\nDisposable gloves\, trash bags and tools for litter pick-up will be provided.\nShovels and any other planting tools will be provided.\nPlanting training will be provided on site at the beginning of the day.\n\nSafety\n\nBring your mask (mandatory) to wear for check-in\, and when less than 2 meters apart from people.\n\nSetting\n\nOutdoors at Windebank Creek.\n\nLocation\n\nWindebank Creek Conservation Property\, Mission\, BC.\nWe will be meeting at the dead-end at the west end of Logan Street in Mission\n(Enter “Embers BBQ House” into Google and you will be next to the gate to our property).\n\nCommitment\n\nSaturday\, November 13th\, 2021\n10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nRAIN OR SHINE
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/salmon-in-the-city-windebank-event/
LOCATION:Windebank\, 32559 Logan Ave\, Mission\, British Columbia\, V2V 6W8
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexandra Janes":MAILTO:alex@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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