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Ivy Removal & Native Species Planting at Portage Park View Royal “Drop-in”
November 24, 2015 @ 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Help remove English ivy from the Garry oak rock outcrop, and work in the newly established native plant garden. While we will focus on engaging youth for this activity, volunteers of all ages are welcome!
This event is on rain or shine!
Meeting Spot
We will meet in the park by the new playground (right off of Island HWY) and off of the new Rail trail. Click here for the Map link
How to Get to the Site
Transit/Cycling. To find out the best route from where you are, please go to BC Transit or use Google Maps.
Carpool. If you need a ride log into your Meet-up account, RSVP and leave a message at the bottom of this event page describing where you need a ride from.
Flow of Volunteer Activities
- Meet at 9:30am for sign-in and introductions (please be on time)
- Walk to site (follow the arrows/flagging tape if you are late)
- Remove English Ivy and plant native plants!
- Take a break after about 1.5 hours with treats and refreshments
- Volunteer until 3pm then sign-out at end
- Classes from Shoreline will be joining us throughout the day. You can drop in to the event at any time of the day to help out. If you arrive after 9:30am – please meet us in the park and follow arrows to find us!
What to Bring
- If you’re under 19, you must bring a waiver form signed by a parent or guardian in order to participate. PLEASE DOWNLOAD FORM HERE
- Refillable water bottle
- Dress for the weather. Rain jacket/pants if it rains, sunscreen and a hat in case it is sunny
- Long-sleeved shirt and long pants to protect you from thorny plants and ticks
- Clothing you don’t mind getting dirty
- Sturdy, comfortable closed-toe shoes/boots.
We will Provide:
- Gardening gloves if you don’t have them
- Tools
- Instructions on what to do. You don’t need to have experience to participate!
- A fun experience in a beautiful park!