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SUMMARY:Potluck and Annual General Meeting 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join the FVC staff and fellow members to share food and stories about what we have been up to this past year in our common goal of protecting nature. Following dinner\, we will host our annual general meeting. \nDoors open at 5:30 pm \nDinner served at 6:00 pm \nAGM from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm \nTo help us plan and to ensure we have a good balance of food items please\, RSVP by May 26th. Feel free to bring a guest just let us know how many people will be attending. \nPlease include with your potluck contribution: \n\ningredients list\nserving utensil(s)\nyour name on the bottom of your serving dish (so we know who it belongs to!)\n\nPlease RSVP by clicking the button below
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/potluck-and-annual-general-meeting-2024/
LOCATION:Matsqui Recreation Centre Multi Purpose 2/3 Room\, 3106 Clearbrook Rd\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V2T 4B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Education: Equipping You for Your Journey to Care for Nature! - Abbotsford
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, in Abbotsford\, for a two-hour educational event where we equip you with the knowledge you need to start your journey as a Habitat Healer volunteer: \n–         What are the habitats we find in the Fraser Valley? \n–         How do we know if habitats are healthy? \n–         How can we “heal” unhealthy habitats? \n–         What is the Habitat Healers volunteer program doing this year? \n–         How do we get involved in caring for nature in the community? \nHabitat Healers is open to everyone in the Fraser Valley. Current Habitat Healers – come out to hear new updates to the program and learn how you can get involved this year. Abbotsford and Mission events with the same name will have the same information. \nRefreshments provided (water\, tea\, coffee\, and snacks). \n  \nRegistration required. \nRegistration opens on April 24.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/volunteer-educat-abbotsford-may2024/
LOCATION:Matsqui Recreation Centre Multi Purpose 2/3 Room\, 3106 Clearbrook Rd\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V2T 4B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aleesha Switzer":MAILTO:aleesha@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240515T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240515T201500
DTSTAMP:20260409T192810
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Education: Equipping You for Your Journey to Care for Nature! - Mission
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, in Mission\, for a two-hour educational event where we equip you with the knowledge you need to start your journey as a Habitat Healer volunteer: \n–         What are the habitats we find in the Fraser Valley? \n–         How do we know if habitats are healthy? \n–         How can we “heal” unhealthy habitats? \n–         What is the Habitat Healers volunteer program doing this year? \n–         How do we get involved in caring for nature in the community? \nHabitat Healers is open to everyone in the Fraser Valley. Current Habitat Healers – come out to hear new updates to the program and learn how you can get involved this year. Abbotsford and Mission events with the same name will have the same information. \nRefreshments provided (water\, tea\, coffee\, and snacks). \n  \nRegistration required. \nRegistration opens on April 24.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/volunteer-education-mission-may2024/
LOCATION:All Saints Hall\, 33077 2nd Ave\, Mission\, British Columbia\, V2V 1J7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aleesha Switzer":MAILTO:aleesha@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240511T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T143000
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SUMMARY:Spring Plant Sale: Fundraiser Pick-up Support
DESCRIPTION:Support us at our upcoming plant sale fundraiser by volunteering. Your role will involve checking and loading plant orders into vehicles\, ensuring a smooth customer experience. You’re helping to make our biggest fundraiser of the year a success!\nRegistration is required. \nTime Slots Available: 7:30 am – 11 am; 11 am – 2:30 pm \nOutdoor – Check\, Assist\, Load\, Smile \nVolunteer Assets: \n• Capable of lifting up to 20 lbs \n• Able to stand for long periods \n• Organized with good attention to detail \n• Works well in a team and follows instructions \n• Aware of traffic \nRead Full Volunteer Description
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/spring-plant-sale-fundraiser-pick-up-support-2024/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Fundraising,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aleesha Switzer":MAILTO:aleesha@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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SUMMARY:Spring Plant Sale: Plant Sorting Volunteer
DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about nature and want to make a difference in your community? Join our team of volunteers to help us prepare for the Spring Native Plant Sale Fundraiser. \nLearn from and work with Jon Blais\, our Habitat Enhancement Coordinator. You will learn how to identify different native plants. Volunteers are responsible for sorting and labelling plants for public orders. Your efforts will help to raise funds that we use toward stewardship and conservation work. \n  \nRegistration required.  \n  \nOutdoor – Unload\, Lift\, Sort\, Label \nVolunteer Assets: \n• Capable of lifting up to 20 lbs \n• Able to stand for long periods \n• Native plant knowledge is an asset (but will train) \n• Organized with good attention to detail \n• Works well in a team and follows instructions \nRead Full Volunteer Description
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/spring-plant-sale-plant-sorting-volunteer-2024/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Fundraising,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Blais":MAILTO:jon@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240506
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SUMMARY:Spring Native Plant Sale 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Spring Native Plant Sale is open! Support our biggest fundraiser of the year and find rare and beautiful native plants to help nature thrive in your backyard.  \n  \nHere’s how it works: \n\nBrowse our online catalogue for the native plants of your dreams.\nPurchase online before May 5th – don’t delay\, the best plants sell out fast!\nWhile you are shopping\, select a time of day to pick up your order on May 11th.\nReceive an order confirmation email with details about where to pick up your order.\nCome out to West Abbotsford on May 11th to pick up your plants and ask any plant questions you may have!\n\nThe online store is open until midnight on May 5th. \nVisit the store now!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/spring-native-plant-sale-2024/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Fundraising
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240316
DTSTAMP:20260409T192810
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SUMMARY:Oregon Spotted Frog Professional Training 2024
DESCRIPTION:Register now for the 2024 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. \n  \nTraining will be provided by Jenn Barden and Aleesha Switzer\, specialists 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 2024:\nThursday\, March 14th 9:30am-12:00pm     or     1:00pm-3:30pm \nFriday\, March 15th 9:30am-12:00pm     or     1:00pm-3:30pm \nNote: registration closes at 3:00 pm on Wednesday\, March 13th.  \n  \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 with additional details on the session\, including when and where to meet. \nSpace is limited – register now\n  \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 in the identification of this cryptic species. \n  \nFor questions\, please contact Jenn: jenn@fraservalleyconservancy.ca \n  \nThis training is made possible thanks to funding from Environment and Climate Change Canada.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/oregon-spotted-frog-professional-training-2024/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192810
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SUMMARY:Spring Amphibian Fencing Installation
DESCRIPTION:** This event is for Ryder Lake and Chilliwack residents only**\nDo you live in Ryder Lake or Chilliwack? Are you interested in helping nature and wildlife in your neighbourhood? This event might interest you!  \n\nOn February 17th\, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.\, the Ryder Lake Nature Team will be building a temporary fence along Elk View Road to help amphibians return to the wetlands.  \n\n  \n\nWildlife Protection Event – Temporary Fencing Installation\nThe Work  \n\nWe’re looking for energetic volunteers to help us install 150m of silt fencing to direct amphibians like frogs\, toads\, and salamanders 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 the 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 within the Ryder Lake area.\nBring your own water bottle.\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.\n\nSafety\n\nDress appropriately for wet\, cold\, weather.\nHigh-visibility vests and work gloves will be provided (you are welcome 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\nParking: The mailboxes on Elk View Road.\nDate: Saturday\, February 11th\, 2024\nTime: 9 am to 11 am\nRAIN OR SHINE\nThis event may be rescheduled if the ground is too hard to dig a trench. The Program Coordinator will update everyone about schedule changes asap.\n\n  \nClick “Register Here” to sign-up for the event! \n  \n\nDo you live outside of Ryder Lake but are interested in events like this? Click here to sign up for our volunteer program!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/capp-spring-fencing-install/
LOCATION:Ryder Lake\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, V4Z 1G7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240103
DTSTAMP:20260409T192810
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SUMMARY:Hibernating for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:After a busy year\, it’s time for the Fraser Valley Conservancy staff to take a break! \nOur office will be closed from December 22nd to January 2nd. \nWe wish all of our friends and supporters a wonderful holiday season. \n  \nSee you in the new year!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/hibernating-for-the-holidays/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joanne Neilson":MAILTO:joanne@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231124T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231124T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192810
CREATED:20231122T225140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T225140Z
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SUMMARY:Art for Wildlife Auction 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of the Fraser Valley’s Wildlife Protection Club for a special fundraising event! \nFind that perfect gift for the nature-lover in your life and support the Fraser Valley Conservancy at the same time. \nBid online starting NOW or in-person from 4:00 – 7:00 PM on Friday\, November 24th at the UFV Evered Hall. \nVisit can.givergy.com/ArtforWildlife2023 to see the art up for auction and place your bid!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/art-for-wildlife-auction-2023/
LOCATION:University of the Fraser Valley\, 33844 King Rd\, Abbotsford\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231118T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231118T143000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192810
CREATED:20231026T225327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T222453Z
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SUMMARY:Salmon in the City
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 1:00 pm in celebration at this free community event! \nThe return of salmon spawning at the Fraser Valley Conservancy’s conservation property along Windebank Creek in Mission is a special time of year. We invite you to join us to learn and celebrate! \nSchedule of events\n1:00 – 1:45 – Guest speakers \n\nLearn about the history of Windebank property and the ongoing work to protect it\nHear from Natashia Cox of the Fraser Valley Watersheds Coalition about the importance of Mission’s urban streams and the salmon who spawn right in our backyards\nListen to a special message from Mission’s Mayor Horn\n\n1:45 – 2:30 – Family-friendly activities \n\nSearch for spawning salmon on the Windebank property in our family-friendly scavenger hunt\nMeet and greet with FVC staff and board members to answer your nature questions\nPick up a free tree to plant at home!\n\nWe’ll also be celebrating the hard work of our newly established Habitat Healers Ambassador Team in Mission. Learn how you can volunteer and learn with us\, too! \nBring your nature questions\, learn about the history of the Windebank Creek site\, and the importance of community involvement. Meet like-minded folks in Mission who care deeply about stream-side habitat\, their neigbourhood\, and nature alike. \nPlease bring your family and friends to join us. No registration is required. Event takes place outdoors rain or shine. \nYou’ll find us at the dead end at the west end of Logan Ave\, Mission\, in front of Embers BBQ House. \nParking is available on the street (where permitted) and in the parking lot of the strip mall on the north side of Logan Avenue. Please do not block entryways or access to businesses. \n  \nThis event is made possible by funding from Environment and Climate Change Canada. Thank you!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/salmon-in-the-city-2023/
LOCATION:Windebank\, 32559 Logan Ave\, Mission\, British Columbia\, V2V 6W8
CATEGORIES:All Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231104T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231104T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192810
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T211518Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Stewardship School: Stewardship Slipups
DESCRIPTION:Learn To Avoid the Top 5 Mistakes Made When Caring For Nature\nRegister now! \nTHE STEWARDSHIP SLIPUPS WORKSHOP IS BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Join the FVC’s Tamsin Baker and Joelle Krol for this in-person event on November 4th in Mission. \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 common mistakes people make when they are trying to care for nature. \n  \nThis workshop focuses on avoiding mistakes when: \n\nInstalling boxes for birds\, or bats\nManaging streamside or pondside habitat\nMoving\, relocating\, or rescuing wildlife\nFinding information online\nAnd More!\n\nThis is your opportunity to avoid stewardship slipups in your yard and become a champion for nature in the Fraser Valley! \nEvent Details\nDate: November 4th\, 2023 \nTime: 1:00pm – 4:30pm; doors open at 12:30pm \nLocation: Boswyk Seniors Activity Centre – 7682 Grand St\, Mission\, BC \n  \nRefreshments will be available. \nThere will be breaks\, and opportunities to chat with fellow participants and FVC staff. \nThis workshop is designed to be appropriate for ages 13 and up. \nThis workshop is in partnership with the Abbotsford-Mission Nature Club.  \nRegistration\nRegistration is required for this workshop.  \nWhile there is no fee to register\, we will be accepting donations at the door. \nIf you are unable to register\, we have reached the maximum number of attendees for the event. \n 
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/nature-stewardship-school-stewardship-slipups/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tamsin Baker":MAILTO:outreach@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231104T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192810
CREATED:20230830T165954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T170053Z
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SUMMARY:Haig Highway Planting
DESCRIPTION:Come help us plant 200 native trees and shrubs along a riparian area near Haig Highway to make Agassiz a healthier and happier habitat for all living creatures! A free lunch will be given to all participants! \nWe’re grateful for the opportunity to undertake our second annual planting event along Haig Highway with our Agassiz Habitat Healers team. In 2022\, the Habitat Healers team planted over 400 native trees and shrubs along a section of Haig Highway near Elm Road. This year\, the Habitat Healers team would like you to join them in planting 200 more native trees and shrubs near a riparian area that is behind the dog park section of the walking trail (near the intersection of Haig Highway and Morrow Road). \nThis planting project aims to add vegetation along this riparian area for the betterment of wildlife such as birds\, pollinators\, and aquatic life forms. By planting native trees and shrubs along Haig Highway\, we will stabilize stream banks\, provide shade\, help the soil absorb rainfall\, reduce pollutants\, and create a diverse habitat and travelling corridor for urban wildlife. \nLearn how to select\, propagate\, and plant native trees and shrubs in an urban riparian habitat\, while also planting trees whose shade you’ll walk under for years to come! \nWe will provide all necessary equipment\, as well as refreshments. However\, if you have your own gardening gloves you would rather use\, please feel free to bring them. Please dress in closed-toed shoes\, long sleeves and long pants\, and come prepared to brave any kind of weather! \nChildren are welcome as long as they come with parental supervision. \nWe’ll be meeting near the intersection of Morrow Road and Haig Highway at 9:00 a.m.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/haig-highway-planting/
LOCATION:Haig Highway Phase 2 Planting Site\, Morrow Road\, Agassiz\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231021T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231021T150000
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SUMMARY:Lane Creek Planting
DESCRIPTION:This event is at capacity for volunteers! So registration is now closed.\nIf you would like to help plant trees at a future event\, sign-up for our Step to It newsletter\nCome help us plant 1000 native trees and shrubs along Lane Creek to make Mission a healthier and happier habitat for all living creatures! A free lunch will be given to all participants! As well\, free seedlings will be given to all participants and passers-by so they can plant a native tree and/or shrub in their own backyard. \nLane Creek is an important habitat for many species of wildlife\, as well as a beautiful walking trail for Mission residents to enjoy. By planting native trees and shrubs along Lane Creek\, we will stabilize stream banks\, provide shade\, help the soil absorb rainfall\, reduce pollutants\, and create a diverse habitat and travelling corridor for urban wildlife. \nLearn how to select\, propagate\, and plant native trees and shrubs in an urban riparian habitat\, while also planting trees whose shade you’ll walk under for years to come! \nWe will provide all necessary equipment\, as well as refreshments. However\, if you have your own gardening gloves you would rather use\, please feel free to bring them. \nPlease dress in closed-toed shoes\, long sleeves and long pants\, and come prepared to brave any kind of weather! \nChildren are welcome as long as they come with parental supervision. \nWe’ll be meeting at the back of the Mission Library parking lot at 9:00 a.m.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/lane-creek-planting/
LOCATION:Lane Creek\, 33247 2nd Ave\, Mission\, British Columbia\, V2V 1J9
CATEGORIES:All Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231007T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192810
CREATED:20230803T211508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T231134Z
UID:10000103-1696672800-1696687200@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Lane Creek Fall Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Come help us remove litter and invasive plant species from Lane Creek to help prepare the site for our planting event! A free lunch will be provided to all who come out! Also\, free seedlings will be given out to all participants and passers-by so you can plant a native tree and/or shrub in your own backyard! \nWe will provide all necessary equipment\, as well as refreshments. However\, if you have your own gardening gloves or garbage pickers you would rather use\, please feel free to bring them. \nPlease dress in closed-toed shoes\, long sleeves and long pants\, as we may be removing prickly plants\, like the Himalayan Blackberry. \nChildren are welcome as long as they come with parental supervision. \nThe work party will take place rain or shine\, so come prepared to brave any predicament that Mother Nature may throw at us! \nWe’ll be meeting at the back of the Mission Library parking lot at 10:00 a.m.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/lane-creek-fall-work-party/
LOCATION:Lane Creek\, 33247 2nd Ave\, Mission\, British Columbia\, V2V 1J9
CATEGORIES:All Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230930T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230930T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192810
CREATED:20230822T152548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T193719Z
UID:10000106-1696068000-1696082400@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Fall Native Plant Sale 2023
DESCRIPTION:Order your plants online: \nThe store is open until midnight on September 24th\, 2023. \nSHOP NOW! \n  \nPick up your plants: \nWhen: September 30th\, 2023 \nWhere: Bradner\, Abbotsford (you will receive the exact location details once you purchase)
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/fall-native-plant-sale-2023/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Fundraising
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230928T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230928T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192810
CREATED:20230914T203723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T203855Z
UID:10000112-1695895200-1695913200@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Sort Plants With Us!
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday September 28th\, we need your help organizing all of our plants into their orders! This involves identifying\, sorting\, and moving plants around. \nThis is a great opportunity to learn and improve your native plant identification skills! \n  \nWhy It’s Helpful \n\nOur Native Plant Sale pick-up day is on Saturday the 30th. We need to prepare and organize all the orders. Your volunteering will ensure that our plant sale goes smoothly!\n\nResponsibilities \n\nBe prepared to spend the day moving and labeling plants. There will be lots of bending and lifting involved.\nWork with a fun team to sort hundreds of plants into order groupings.\nMust be able to follow instructions and have good attention to details to ensure all the orders have the correct plants.\n\nTraining/Equipment \n\nAll training\, including plant identification\, will be provided on the day.\n\nSafety \n\nDress appropriately for the weather as we will be outside.\nWear sturdy footwear and bring your gardening gloves. We will have some available if you need them.\nBring a refillable water bottle (water will be provided).\n\nSetting and Location \n\nBradner\, Abbotsford. Exact location will be provided upon registration.\nWe will be outdoors under a covered area.\nThere is a port-a-potty available on site.\n\nCommitment \n\nThursday\, September 28th\, 2023.\n10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (or sooner if we finish early)\nRain or shine!\n\nAre you able to come out and help? Sign up using the link below!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/sort-plants-with-us/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joelle Krol":MAILTO:joelle@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230924T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192810
CREATED:20230830T190821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T235120Z
UID:10000108-1695546000-1695560400@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Chilliwack River Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in celebration of BC Rivers Day by helping us pick up litter on the Fraser Valley Conservancy’s section of the Chilliwack River! Hosted by the Chilliwack Vedder River Cleanup Society\, we will be participating to keep our beautiful Chilliwack River Valley clean! \nThe Work: \n\nHelp us pick up garbage along our adopted section of the Chilliwack river – a beautiful area downstream of the Tamahi Bridge.\n\nWhy it’s Helpful: \n\nThe river sees a lot of use over the Spring and Summer months and the garbage left behind can impact both the local fish habitat\, as well as be carried out to the ocean when the fall rains arrive.  You will be helping wildlife who rely on the river and surrounding habitat for their survival and ensure that future generations can enjoy the river.\n\nResponsibilities: \n\nPick up litter along the FVC’s adopted section of the river.\nLarger items will be carried to the road to be picked up by a vehicle.\n\nRequirements: \n\nBe prepared to spend the morning outdoors with minimal seating options.\nBe able to navigate the river shoreline that is gravelly and climb over logs.\nThere will be refreshments but bring your own water bottle or travel mug to the event.\nSingle use cups for coffee or water will NOT be provided.\n\nTraining/Equipment: \n\nIf you’re able to\, bring your own gloves\, otherwise they will be provided.\nTrash bags and tools for litter pick-up will be provided.\n\nSafety: \n\nDress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy footwear.\nFirst aid kit and attendant will be available at the event.\n\nSetting: \n\nOutdoors on the Chilliwack River.\n\nLocation: \n\nThompson Regional Park (48660 Chilliwack Lake Rd\, Chilliwack)\n\nCommitment/Length/Timing: \n\nSunday\, September 24th\, 2023\n9:00 am – 1:00 pm\nRAIN OR SHINE\n\nChildren are welcome to join\, as long as they come with parental supervision.\nThank you for your interest in joining us for the river clean-up!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/vedder-river-clean-up-2023/
LOCATION:Thompson Regional Park\, 48600 Chilliwack Lake Rd\, Chilliwack\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230827T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192811
CREATED:20230728T225941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T175125Z
UID:10000102-1693144800-1693155600@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Abundance Farm: Walk and Talk Tour
DESCRIPTION:Abundance Farm is a unique model that bridges the city and the country by creating community and growing food together as a collective. Join Melanie Buffel\, Farm Manager at Abundance Community Farm and Young Agrarians Business Mentorship Network Manager\, for a walk and talk tour of the main garden\, greenhouse\, food forest\, and medicine wheel. \nCome learn about the systems used to manage this productive community farm. Abundance Farm has a no-till approach that aims to regenerate the living food web of microorganisms in the soil. They create compost using all local ingredients from their own garden\, hay fields and neighboring dairy and chicken farms. \nAfter this tour\, enjoy a beautiful 30-minute documentary that showcases the many elements that make the farm a special place. \nAbundance Community Farm is located on the unceded territory of the Cheam\, Seabird Island\, Skwah\, and Kwaw kwa-a-pilt  First Nations\, close to the town now known as Agassiz\, BC\, 1.5 hours east of Vancouver. \nThis farm is a beautiful place to build connections with like-minded people in your community. The farm is open to the community every weekend until the end of October. You are welcome to join them to get your hands dirty every Saturday as you work together in the garden and enjoy an evening potluck and connection time. \nWhat to bring: \nPlease wear appropriate shoes and clothing as we may be walking through thicker grassy areas. \nPlease note that this is a zero waste farm. If you bring a snack for yourself\, there is no place to dispose of single use items/take out containers; please pack out what you bring in. Please bring your own reusable water bottle.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/abundance-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Abundance Farm\, 1020 Hamilton Rd\, Agassiz\, British Columbia\, V0M 1A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230824T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230824T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192811
CREATED:20230818T234938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T234938Z
UID:10000107-1692867600-1692878400@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Horn Creek Park Morning Glory Pull
DESCRIPTION:The Work\n\nWe’re looking for energetic volunteers to help us with the restoration of Horn Creek Park in Abbotsford.\nThis will involve removing invasive morning glory.\n\n\nWhy It’s Helpful\n\nAbbotsford’s Horn Creek Park is home to a multitude of wildlife. You will be helping keep the park in top condition for the wildlife that call the area home.\nThe fight against invasive plant species is ongoing. Keeping these invasives controlled will help recent plantings to thrive and make it a beautiful space.\n\n\nResponsibilities\n\nManually digging up morning glory.\n\n\nRequirements\n\nBe prepared to spend the time outdoors in the heat with minimal seating options.\nBe prepared to manually remove morning glory.\nWear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear (hiking boots recommended\, the ground is uneven in some parts) and work gloves.\nBring your own refillable water bottle!\n\n\nTraining/Equipment\n\nAll training required will be provided on the day of.\nAll tools will be provided.\nIf you’re able to\, bring your own gloves\, otherwise\, gloves will be provided.\n\n\nSafety\n\nDress appropriately for hot and sunny weather.\nFirst aid kit\, water\, and snacks are available at the event.\n\n\nSetting\n\nOutdoors at Horn Creek Park.\nThere are no shelter or bathroom facilities on site.\n\n\nLocation\n\nHorn Creek Park\, Abbotsford\, BC.\nThe exact meeting location will be provided once registered.\n\n\nCommitment\n\nThursday\, August 24th\, 2023\n9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nRAIN OR SHINE
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/horn-creek-park-morning-glory-pull-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joelle Krol":MAILTO:joelle@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230821T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230924T233000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192811
CREATED:20230831T194043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T194043Z
UID:10000111-1692604800-1695598200@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Fall Native Plant Sale Open for Orders
DESCRIPTION:Order your plants online: \nThe store is open until midnight on September 24th\, 2023. \nSHOP NOW! \n  \nPick up your plants: \nWhen: September 30th\, 2023 \nWhere: Bradner\, Abbotsford (you will receive the exact location details once you purchase)
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/fall-native-plant-sale-open-for-orders/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230817T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230817T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192811
CREATED:20230619T170325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T231455Z
UID:10000097-1692293400-1692300600@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Stream Health Field Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a benthic macroinvertebrate survey at our Windebank Creek property. During this interactive workshop you’ll learn about the little lifeforms living on the bottom of the stream and how they are crucial indicators of stream health. \nOur workshop instructor will be Kassa Dueck\, a staff member from the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve. \nCome learn how to protect and monitor the health of urban streams and aquatic habitats where salmon still spawn and migrate through. This survey will teach you how to detect early warning signs of pollution and water contamination. \nWe’ll be getting up close and personal with benthic macroinvertebrates\, which are small organisms without backbones\, like insects\, worms\, and crustaceans\, that live in or near the sediment at the bottom of rivers\, streams\, or wetlands. \nWe will provide all necessary equipment\, as well as refreshments. \nPlease dress in closed-toed shoes\, long sleeves and long pants\, as we will be by a stream with a lot mosquitos and plant debris present. \nChildren are welcome as long as they come with parental supervision! \nWe’ll be meeting at our Windebank Creek property\, which is beside Embers BBQ House\, at the end of Logan Ave. \n 
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/stream-health-field-workshop/
LOCATION:Windebank\, 32559 Logan Ave\, Mission\, British Columbia\, V2V 6W8
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230725T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230725T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192811
CREATED:20230626T201902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T174702Z
UID:10000100-1690306200-1690313400@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Ivy Weaving Workshop
DESCRIPTION:THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULL!\nIf you’re interested in attending similar workshops in the future\, please sign up for our Habitat Healers Ambassador Team newsletter so that you can be the first to know of eco-arts workshops happening in your community! \n  \nCome join us for a FREE workshop to learn step-by-step how to weave a basket using the invasive plant species\, English Ivy. \nYou’ll go home with important knowledge of how you can help eradicate this invasive species\, along with a basket made by your own two hands! \nWe’ll be joined by the instructor Marissa Waddell from Alouette River Management Society. \nCome join us for a fun day of crafting and learning under the shade of trees! \nWe will provide all necessary equipment\, as well as refreshments. If you want to pick the ivy for your basket yourself\, feel free to join us earlier for an ivy pull! \nChildren are welcome as long as they come with parental supervision! \nWe’ll be meeting near the Mission leisure center\, in the grassy field right beside the community garden. We’ll have signs around the parking lot directing people to the area we’re meeting. \n  \nTHIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULL!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/ivy-weaving-workshop/
LOCATION:Lane Creek\, 33247 2nd Ave\, Mission\, British Columbia\, V2V 1J9
CATEGORIES:All Events,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230715T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231001T235900
DTSTAMP:20260409T192811
CREATED:20230715T210955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T210938Z
UID:10000101-1689408000-1696204740@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Win an E-bike!
DESCRIPTION:Enter for a chance to win an Opus Rail Trail electric bike valued at $4100 \nThanks to Wentings Cycle and Mountain Shop in Mission\, we’re excited to giveaway this brand-new Opus Rail Trail e-bike valued at $4100! The giveaway will run until September 30\, 2023\, and one lucky winner will take home this incredible prize! \n  \nFollow these five easy steps for a chance to win: \n\nLike this post on Step to It’s Instagram page (link to post in text)\nFollow @steptoitfraservalley on Instagram\nTag three friends in the comments of the giveaway post\nShare the post to your stories and tag us. If your account is private\, screenshot your story and DM it to us because we cannot see the tag otherwise.\nVERY IMPORTANT – Do not skip this step! Complete the giveaway form linked below. Your entry is not complete without this step!\n\nContest Rules: \nThis giveaway is open to all residents of the Fraser Valley and beyond. You MUST be able to pick the bike up from the Fraser Valley Conservancy office in Abbotsford within one month of winning if you are selected. This giveaway closes October 1\, 2023\, at 11:59 p.m. PST. The winner will be selected at random on October 2\, 2023 and the winner will be notified within five days of being selected. \n  \nView the E-bike Giveaway Official Rules & Regulations. \n  \nGOOD LUCK!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/win-an-e-bike/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230712T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230712T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192811
CREATED:20230704T224904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230704T224904Z
UID:10000093-1689152400-1689163200@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Horn Creek Park Morning Glory Pull
DESCRIPTION:The Work\n\nWe’re looking for energetic volunteers to help us with the restoration of Horn Creek Park in Abbotsford.\nThis will involve removing invasive morning glory.\n\n\nWhy It’s Helpful\n\nAbbotsford’s Horn Creek Park is home to a multitude of wildlife. You will be helping keep the park in top condition for the wildlife that call the area home.\nThe fight against invasive plant species is ongoing. Keeping these invasives controlled will help recent plantings to thrive and make it a beautiful space.\n\n\nResponsibilities\n\nManually digging up morning glory.\n\n\nRequirements\n\nBe prepared to spend the time outdoors in the heat with minimal seating options.\nBe prepared to manually remove morning glory.\nWear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear (hiking boots recommended\, the ground is uneven in some parts) and work gloves.\nBring your own refillable water bottle!\n\n\nTraining/Equipment\n\nAll training required will be provided on the day of.\nAll tools will be provided.\nIf you’re able to\, bring your own gloves\, otherwise\, gloves will be provided.\n\n\nSafety\n\nDress appropriately for hot and sunny weather.\nFirst aid kit\, water\, and snacks are available at the event.\n\n\nSetting\n\nOutdoors at Horn Creek Park.\nThere are no shelter or bathroom facilities on site.\n\n\nLocation\n\nHorn Creek Park\, Abbotsford\, BC.\nThe exact meeting location will be provided once registered.\n\n\nCommitment\n\nWednesday\, July 12th\, 2023\n9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nRAIN OR SHINE
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/horn-creek-park-morning-glory-pull/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joelle Krol":MAILTO:joelle@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230703T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230703T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192811
CREATED:20230623T214859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T192114Z
UID:10000098-1688371200-1688385600@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Ryder Lake Residents - Toadlet Fencing Event
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n** This event is for Ryder Lake and Chilliwack Residents**\nDo you live in Ryder Lake or Chilliwack? Are you interested in helping nature and wildlife in your neighbourhood? We have an event coming up that might interest you!  \n\nThis Ryder Lake Nature Team event is open to anyone living in Ryder Lake or Chilliwack. We will be building a temporary fence along Elk View Road to help amphibians travel from the breeding wetlands to the forest! \nCome join us for the meeting at 8:00 AM to help install the fencing and learn more about our local Nature Team. \n\n\n  \n\nWildlife Protection Event – Temporary Fencing Installation\nThe Work  \n\nWe’re looking for energetic volunteers to help us install 300m of silt fencing to direct tiny toadlets making their annual mass migration to the surrounding forest!\nThis will involve installing fencing along the ditch on Elk View Road.\n\nWhy It’s Helpful\n\nThousands of toad tadpoles are growing into toadlets and soon it’ll be time for them to migrate to the forest on the other side of the road. 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 in a hay field\, in hot conditions with limited shade\, alongside a road.\nMust navigate uneven ground and climb over fencing.\nCan use tools such as shovels to dig into the ground.\nHammering wooden and metal 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 within the Ryder Lake area.\nBring your own water bottle and lunch.\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 (we will provide gloves if you don’t have your own)\nWater and light snacks will be provided (Freezies and muffins).\n\nSafety\n\nDress appropriately for dry\, hot weather.\nSafety vests will be provided and work gloves (let us know if you want to bring your own!).\n\nSetting\n\nOutdoors\, hay field\, 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\nHaving a vehicle to get to the area is a requirement.\nParking: The mailboxes on Elk View Road.\nSunday\, July 3rd\, 2023\n8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nRAIN OR SHINE (subject to cancellation if there are severe heat/smoke warnings)\nThis event may be rescheduled if the ground is too hard to dig a trench. The Program Coordinator will update everyone about schedule changes asap.\n\n  \nClick the “Register Here” link below to sign-up for the event! \n  \n\nDo you live outside of Ryder Lake but are interested in events like this? Click here to sign up for our volunteer program!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/ryder-lake-residents-toadlet-fencing-event/
LOCATION:Ryder Lake – Mailboxes at Elk View Rd. and Ryder Lake Rd.\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230620T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192811
CREATED:20230530T190405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T181250Z
UID:10000090-1687285800-1687294800@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting 2023
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to attend the FVC’s Annual General Meeting in person on June 20th\, 2023. Join FVC staff and board members for a night of special stories and FVC updates. \n  \nDetails\nDate: June 20th\, 2023 \nTime: 6:30pm – 9:00pm \nLocation: Straiton Community Hall – 4698 Sumas Mountain Rd\, Abbotsford\, BC V3G 3C1 \nFormat: In person \nRegistration is not required. \n  \nJoin us for a fun night of activities: \n\n50/50 draw & door prizes\nMeet FVC staff and board members\nListen to a reading by Natalie Lang\, author of Remnants: Reveries of a Mountain Dweller\nShare your stories about your favourite places\nHear what we accomplished in 2022\nVote in our elections\nLight refreshments will be available\n\nJune 20th\, 2023 AGM Agenda\nReference Documents\n\nMay 2022 AGM Minutes\n2022 Financial Statements\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/annual-general-meeting-2023/
LOCATION:Straiton Community Hall\, 4698 Sumas Mountain Rd\, Abbotsford\, BC\, V3G 3C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joanne Neilson":MAILTO:joanne@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230612T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230612T220000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192811
CREATED:20230530T194440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T195658Z
UID:10000096-1686592800-1686607200@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Speak for the Peak
DESCRIPTION:The future of McKee Peak will be decide on June 12 at Abbotsford City Council Public hearing. \nPlease show up and speak up for nature on McKee Peak.\nLearn more about the Fraser Valley Conservancy’s position on the Neighbourhood Plan here.  \n#speakforthepeak
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/speakforthepeakjune2023/
LOCATION:Matsqui Centennial Auditorium\, Abbotsford City Hall\, 32315 South Fraser Way\, Abbotsford\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230610T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230610T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T192811
CREATED:20230529T191447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T231006Z
UID:10000094-1686391200-1686400200@fraservalleyconservancy.ca
SUMMARY:Invasive Species 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you battling Himalayan blackberry in your yard? Do you wish you knew what to do with that dreaded morning glory? Curious about the increase in stink bugs lately? Learn from experts Kathy Ma Green\, Executive Director of the Fraser Valley Invasive Species Society\, and Allison McCabe\, Senior lead of outreach at the Invasive Species Council of BC. They will touch on both regional and provincial perspectives about the best ways to identify and manage invasive species you may have in your backyard\, neighbourhood and community. \n  \nAfter the presentation at the Agassiz Library\, we’ll go on a walk-and-talk in a local park so you can get on-the-ground knowledge of what these invasive species look like\, what environments they thrive in\, and the best ways you can help eradicate them. \nCome loaded with all your invasive species questions and an appetite for knowledge\, we’ll provide the rest!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/invasives-101-workshop/
LOCATION:Agassiz Library\, 7140 Cheam Ave\, Agassiz\, British Columbia\, V0M 1A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230609T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230609T170000
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SUMMARY:Ryder Lake - Guided Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:** Chilliwack Event**\nDo you live in Ryder Lake or Chilliwack? Are you interested in helping nature and wildlife in your neighbourhood? We have an event coming up that might interest you! Join us for a plant-focused Guided Nature Walk in Ryder Lake. \n  \n\nGuided Nature Walk – Plants\nThe Event\n\nJoin us for a guided nature walk in Ryder Lake!\nYou will be learning from Jon Blais\, the FVC’s Habitat Enhancement Coordinator\, about native and invasive plants in the area.\nTake what you learn into your own backyards! Share your observations with us!\n\nResponsibilities\n\nLearn about native and invasive plants to keep an eye out for!\nLearn to identify common plants in Ryder Lake.\nLearn what to plant instead of invasive plants to provide better habitat for native wildlife.\nBring your plant questions and learn from the experts!\n\nRequirements\n\nBe prepared to spend a few hours outdoors in a forest or open grassy field.\nRequires access to a vehicle to travel to the meeting point in the Ryder Lake area.\nBring your own water or snacks (some will be provided).\n\nTraining/Safety\n\nAll training required will be provided at the event.\nDress appropriately for warm\, hot weather. Wear sturdy footwear (hiking boots) and a hat.\n\nLocation/Setting\n\nRyder Lake Neighbourhood in Chilliwack\, BC.\nThe exact meeting location will be provided once registered.\nWalking outside on private property.\nThere is no shelter or bathroom facilities on site.\n\nReminderThis event will take place on private property. The site will not be accessible to the public outside of the event time.\nThis event may be rescheduled if there is too much rain. Jenn\, the Project Coordinator\, will update everyone about schedule changes ASAP. \n  \n  \nClick the “Register Here” link below to sign-up for the event! \n\nDo you live outside of Ryder Lake but are interested in events like this? Click here to sign up for our volunteer program!
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/ryder-lake-residents-guided-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Ryder Lake\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, V4Z 1G7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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