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SUMMARY:Pond Revival: A Habitat Enhancement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:** This event is for Ryder Lake and Chilliwack residents only**\nOutdoor – Learn\, Dig\, Plant\, Enhance  \nAre you interested in learning how to improve the habitat around a small pond? Join us for a hands-on workshop in Ryder Lake where we will equip you with the knowledge to enhance small ponds and help wildlife species\, particularly amphibians\, thrive all across the Fraser Valley. \nThis workshop is perfect for those who want to get their hands dirty and plant native plants! Our friendly staff will teach you about the importance of vegetated area around ponds and how to identify native vs. nonnative plant species. In addition\, you will learn how to identify the various amphibians species that live in the Fraser Valley. After watching a demonstration\, you will have the opportunity to plant native plants and add woody debris (logs) to the pond. \nWe encourage you to ask any questions you may have about habitat enhancement and amphibians! Share your stories with us! You can take what you learn into your own backyard and connect with others in the neighbourhood who are also interested. \nRequirements \n\nBe prepared to spend ~ 3 hours standing and listening to a presentation or installing plants using shovels\, etc.\nYou need access to a vehicle to travel to our location.\nBring your own water bottle or larger snacks (granola bars provided).\nAll tools required will be provided.\n\n Training/Safety \n\nAll training required will be provided at the event.\nDress appropriately for weather. Rubber boots or hiking boots are recommended. Rain gear may be required if rain is expected.\n\nLocation \n\nThe pond is on a private property in Ryder Lake\, Chilliwack (exact address provided with registration).\nThe site will not be accessible to the public outside of the event time.\nOutdoor only event.\nThere is no bathroom on site and no shelter.\n\nTakeaways \n🌿 Experience hands-on learning by planting native plants to restore and enhance riparian ecosystems. \n🌿 Learn to distinguish between native and nonnative plants and understand their roles in supporting local wildlife. \n🌿 Identify amphibian species commonly found in the Fraser Valley and understand their unique habitat needs. \n🌿 Connect with like-minded individuals and take home valuable insights to apply in your own backyard. \nFree event. Registration required.  \nImportant: This is an adult-orientated event; children are welcome with adult supervision.
URL:https://fraservalleyconservancy.ca/event/pond-revival-2024/
LOCATION:Ryder Lake\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, V4Z 1G7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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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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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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SUMMARY:Ryder Lake Residents - Nature Monitoring Event (Pond Check)
DESCRIPTION:** This event is for Ryder Lake residents only**\nDo you live in Ryder Lake? Are you interested in helping nature and wildlife in your neighbourhood? We have an event coming up that might interest you!  \n  \nJoin us as we explore a wetland in Ryder Lake\, looking for amphibians and their egg masses. Learn ID skills and take this knowledge back to your own backyards! \n  \n\nWildlife Monitoring Event – Pond Checks\nThe Work\n\nHelp us monitor amphibian breeding by joining FVC staff at a wetland in Ryder Lake.\nYou will be looking for frogs\, toads\, salamanders\, and their egg masses!\n\nWhy it’s Helpful\n\nAs soon as the weather warms up\, many of our frogs\, toads\, and salamanders will emerge from their winter brumination (the amphibian version of ‘hibernation’) and start their trek to their breeding pond.\nYou can help FVC observe these critters by joining us at a wetland to learn about amphibian breeding.\nTake what you learn into your own backyards! Share your observations with us!\nYour help in these surveys and collecting data will contribute to an ongoing amphibian monitoring dataset that will show us hotspots of amphibian activity. These surveys give us an opportunity to continue learning about the amphibian populations in the Ryder Lake area as well.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nLearn about egg masses\, where to find them and how to identify them.\nHelping the project coordinator with observational data collection.\n\nRequirements\n\nBe prepared to spend a few hours outdoors near a wetland/pond.\nRequires access to a vehicle to travel to the meeting point in the Ryder Lake area.\nBring your own water or snacks.\n\nTraining/Safety\n\nAll training required will be provided on the survey day.\nDress appropriately for wet\, cold\, weather. Wear sturdy footwear (Rubber boots or hiking boots that can get a little muddy).\nSafety vests will be provided (let us know if you want to bring your own!).\n\nLocation/Setting\n\nRyder Lake Neighbourhood in Chilliwack\, BC.\nThe exact meeting location will be provided once registered.\nWetland on private property.\nThere is no shelter\, nor bathroom facilities on site.\n\nTime\n\n3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (This event could go a little longer\, maybe closer to 5:00 PM)\nRAIN OR SHINE\nThis event may be rescheduled if the weather is particularily uncoorperative. 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-nature-monitoring-event-pond-check/
LOCATION:Ryder Lake\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, V4Z 1G7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Events,Volunteer
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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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