The Work

• We’re looking for energetic volunteers to help us install 150m of silt fencing to direct amphibians travelling back to the wetlands!
• This will involve installing fencing along the ditch on Elk View Road.

Why it’s Helpful

• In 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.
• The fencing you will install helps guide these amphibians to the crossing structure so they can safely pass under the road.

Responsibilities

• Help install the silt fencing.
• Use tools to dig trenches, hammer in wooden stakes and attach fencing material to the wooden stakes.

Requirements

• Be prepared to spend a few hours outdoors alongside a road.
• Can use tools such as shovels to dig into wet ground.
• Hammering wooden stakes into the ground, and using a staple gun to secure the fence.
• Wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear (Rubber boots or hiking boots that can get a little muddy) and work gloves.
• Access to a vehicle to travel to the Ryder Lake area.
• Bring your own water/hot drinks or snacks.

Training/Equipment

• All training required will be provided on the day-of.
• All tools will be provided including shovels, pickaxes, sledgehammers, staple guns, and staples.
• If you’re able to, bring your own gloves.

Safety

• Bring your own mask (mandatory) to wear for check-in, and when less than 2 meters apart from others.
• Dress appropriately for wet, cold, weather.
• Safety vests will be provided (let us know if you want to bring your own!).

Setting

• Outdoors in the right-of-way adjacent to Elk View Road.
• There is no shelter or bathroom facilities on site.

Location

• Ryder Lake Neighbourhood in Chilliwack, BC.
• The exact meeting location will be provided once registered.

Commitment

• Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022
• 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• RAIN OR SHINE

Thank you for your interest in Toad Fence Installation!