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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170925
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SUMMARY:Demonstration Garden Planting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an opportunity for you to come out and learn about two landscaping features that will help you see less of your lawnmower\, watering hose and chemicals! \nWith your help\, we’ll plant a demonstration garden of native sun-loving perennials that can take the place of a lawn with minimal maintenance requirements. Tucked in at the front will be a rain garden that holds precious rainwater. While we’re building\, we’ll explain how rain gardens and alternatives to turf protect ponds and wetlands and Nose Creek and put money back in your pocket. Bring your gardening questions and plans and get advice for your own property. Stay for an hour\, stay for the day. Lunch\, literature and refreshments provided. This is a free event\, made possible with support from the Calgary Foundation. \n  \nSunday\, September 24\, 2017 \n10 to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. \n465 Midtown Parkway SW AIRDRIE
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/demonstration-garden-planting/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Native Plants,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170912
DTSTAMP:20170507T234649Z
CREATED:20170507T234649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170507T234649Z
UID:4727-1505088000-1505174399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:11th Annual Great Canadian Shoreline Clean-up
DESCRIPTION:The Shoreline Cleanup encourages people across Canada to remove shoreline litter to help create healthy waters for everyone\, including the wildlife and communities that depend on them. Our efforts are focused on the Beaver Mines Lake a popular place for outdoor enthusiasts and campers.  This event engages people to remove trash and debris from the lake’s shores\, identify the sources of debris\, and discuss ways to change the behaviors that cause people to leave this debris in the first place.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/11th-annual-great-canadian-shoreline-clean-up/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170831
DTSTAMP:20170824T011204Z
CREATED:20170824T011204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170824T011204Z
UID:5102-1503964800-1504137599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Toadfest 2017
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/toadfest-2017/
CATEGORIES:Get your hands dirty!,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170827
DTSTAMP:20170710T230853Z
CREATED:20170710T230853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T230853Z
UID:4962-1503705600-1503791999@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Fort Ellice Invasive Tree Take-down
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nAugust 26th\, 2017\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nFort Ellice\, Manitoba\nHabitat Restoration \n\nHelp improve prairie and grassland bird habitat by removing non-native trees and shrubs that are invading the mixed-grass prairie. Afterwards wander the area where the last Fort Ellice once stood and learn about the history of the area and the amazing diversity of species that call it home \nIf you’re interested in carpooling with other volunteers please click here and add your car\, or join a car. There’s also a wait list feature if there’s no car listed yet where you’re traveling from. Happy travels!
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/fort-ellice-invasive-tree-take-down/
CATEGORIES:Get your hands dirty!,Manitoba,Restoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170820
DTSTAMP:20170710T230733Z
CREATED:20170710T230733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T230733Z
UID:4960-1503100800-1503187199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Tall Grass Prairie Monarch Survey 2
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nAugust 19th\, 2017\, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nManitoba Tall Grass Prairie Natural Area\, Manitoba\nInventories and Monitoring \n\nBe a citizen scientist for the day! Join NCC staff in conducting surveys for milkweed and Monarchs in Manitoba’s Tall Grass Prairie. This information will help us measure the effectiveness of our conservation work in providing suitable habitat for this species.  The data will also be submitted to the Mission Monarch project\, a Canada-wide initiative to collect information about the distribution and status of the Monarch. Come out and learn all about this amazing butterfly and how to spot it in its various life stages.  For those interested\, staff will also provide information about how you can contribute to this initiative on your own! \nIf you’re interested in carpooling with other volunteers please click here and add your car\, or join a car. There’s also a wait list feature if there’s no car listed yet where you’re traveling from. Happy travels!
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/tall-grass-prairie-monarch-survey-2/
CATEGORIES:Get your hands dirty!,Manitoba
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170820
DTSTAMP:20170807T222943Z
CREATED:20170807T222943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170807T222943Z
UID:5058-1503014400-1503187199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Mossom Creek BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Here’s your chance to join us in celebrating local biodiversity through a 24 hour ‘marathon’ where the public\, scientists and local stewards come together to identify and record local plants and wildlife in our watershed.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/mossom-creek-bioblitz/
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity,British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170815
DTSTAMP:20170507T234448Z
CREATED:20170507T234448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170507T234448Z
UID:4725-1502668800-1502755199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Sartoris Road Weed Pull
DESCRIPTION:Once again we will be removing invasive species from the Sartoris Road area\, please join us; pull some weeds\, have some fun and meet new people concerned about the Castle. Bring a lunch\, drinking water\, sun screen and insect repellent. A great way to educate yourself on the invasive species of south west Alberta.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/sartoris-road-weed-pull/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170811
DTSTAMP:20170710T215744Z
CREATED:20170710T215744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T215744Z
UID:4948-1502323200-1502409599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Journey into Blind Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nAugust 10th\, 2017\, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nBlind Canyon\, Alberta\nHabitat Restoration \n\nJoin NCC and the Castle-Crown Wilderness Coalition (CCWC) on a stunning hike into Blind Canyon to tackle invasive weeds on this site which\, while remote\, is not immune to encroachment from invasive plants. \nPlease note\, the event involves a one hour up-hill hike to access the site\, so all participants must be physically prepared & equipped for a strenuous day of hiking. Pack horses will be used to assist in removal of the weeds. \nIf you’d like to carpool to the event\, please click here\, https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/t6a748 to add your car or join a ride going to the event. There is also a wait list feature if there isn’t a ride there yet that works for you. Happy carpooling! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Blind CanyonConserved in partnership with Alberta Conservation Association (ACA) and Alberta Fish and Game Association (AFGA)\, Blind Canyon is scenically located along the front slopes of the Rocky Mountains\, southwest of Twin Butte. The property\, originally purchased by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation of Canada\, was acquired by NCC\, ACA and AFGA in 2009 when the foundation closed its Canadian operations. \nTwo creeks flow through the property\, which  features an old homestead site from the 1920s. The property is also part of a key movement corridor for wide-ranging carnivores\, such a grizzly bears and wolverine. This area along the Rocky Mountain slopes is a haven for a diverse range of plant life as well. Nine rare species have been documented on the property\, including limber pine and mariposa lily. \nWhat you will be doingIn partnership with the Castle Crown Wilderness Coalition\, we will be tackling our first volunteer-powered weed pull at an old farm site in the front ranges of Blind Canyon. We’ll be targeting several restricted and noxious weeds\, including burdock. \nWhy you will love itEnjoy a stunning hike into Blind Canyon led by local guide\, Wendy Ryan. Take in the beautiful scenery and learn about both the natural and human history of the area.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/journey-into-blind-canyon/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Restoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170811
DTSTAMP:20170507T234342Z
CREATED:20170507T234342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170507T234342Z
UID:4723-1502323200-1502409599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Front Canyon Reclamation Hike and Weed Pull – Blind Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, In conjunction with the Nature Conservancy of Canada  CCWC will be organizing a weed pull at the old farm site in the canyon. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and learn about the history of the area. There will be a moderate hike of about 1 hour into the site. Packhorses will assist in removal of the weeds.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/front-canyon-reclamation-hike-and-weed-pull-blind-canyon/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170729
DTSTAMP:20170527T180728Z
CREATED:20170527T180728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170527T180728Z
UID:4807-1501200000-1501286399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Ivan Island Habitat Restoration Day (Metchosin)
DESCRIPTION:Friday 28 July 2017 10:00am – 03:00pm \nKicking off our first public habitat restoration of this gorgeous conservation covenant\, Habitat Acquisition Trust is seeking volunteers to aid in the removal of Arcangel Lamium. \nThis site is located in Metchosin. As a private property protected for conservation\, it is only accessible through this special event. For more informationa and to sign up please send an email to volunteers@hat.bc.ca \nIvan Island is not an island geographically\, with a delightful misnomer it is an island of peace for those that visit and for the original landowner who has sadly passed on. It is named in his memory and truly a remarkable legacy. \nThe sight of Cripple Creek and riparian habitat that flowers into Pedder Bay\, towering Garry Oak bluffs with a host of wildflowers\, and a swath of Douglas Fir forest\, protecting this place and maintaining it’s values is not only important it is rewarding. \nAs always\, Habitat Acquisition Trust provides the training and tools\, you bring yourself and the appropriate clothes you need for a great day in the great outdoors. It’s always fun if you invite a friend too so don’t be shy! \nLocation : Metchosin – RSVP required for Address\nContact : volunteers@hat.bc.ca or 250-995-2428
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/ivan-island-habitat-restoration-day-metchosin/
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity,British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!,Invasive Species,Restoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170801
DTSTAMP:20170721T224845Z
CREATED:20170721T224845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170721T224845Z
UID:5013-1501113600-1501545599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:2017 BSC BIOBLITZ
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the 2017 BSC Bioblitz has been scheduled for July 27-31 in the two main blocks of Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park in Saskatchewan and Alberta.  More information regarding the sampling sites\, vehicles\, camping and other accommodation options will be circulated shortly. \nThis year\, the BSC event has paired up with Bioblitz Canada 150 for a period of 24 hours. http://bioblitzcanada.ca/events_science-cypress.aspx \nParticipants to this portion of the program will be asked to produce a list of taxa collected during those 24 hours at a level of taxonomic resolution to be determined based on the sampled taxa. \nFor additional information about this event\, please contact Cory Sheffield cory.sheffield@gov.sk.ca
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/2017-bsc-bioblitz/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Saskatchewan
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170726
DTSTAMP:20170515T002149Z
CREATED:20170515T002149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170515T002149Z
UID:4760-1500940800-1501027199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual West Castle Wetlands Ecological Reserve Weed Pull
DESCRIPTION:Come help fight invasive weeds in the ecological reserve and enjoy a BBQ after all your hard work!\nWhen: July 25th from 9:30am-3:30pm\nWhere: West Castle Wetland Ecological Reserve\nMore info: Click here
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/10th-annual-west-castle-wetlands-ecological-reserve-weed-pull-2/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Invasive Species
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170726
DTSTAMP:20170507T234253Z
CREATED:20170507T234253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170507T234253Z
UID:4721-1500940800-1501027199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual West Castle Wetlands Ecological Reserve Weed Pull
DESCRIPTION:Bring a digging tool\, drinking water\, lunch and insect repellent. If you want to work both sides of the river\, please bring water shoes. We are making a difference on the battle against the invasive species. Many hands make light work – come and join us to protect the ecological reserve and enjoy the company of other like-minded workers. Meet at the Castle Mountain Resort parking lot at 9:30 am. This event is sponsored by Alberta Environment and Parks.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/10th-annual-west-castle-wetlands-ecological-reserve-weed-pull/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170722
DTSTAMP:20170710T230601Z
CREATED:20170710T230601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T230601Z
UID:4958-1500595200-1500681599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Tall Grass Prairie Monarch Survey
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nJuly 21st\, 2017\, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nManitoba Tall Grass Prairie Natural Area\, Manitoba\nInventories and Monitoring \n\nBe a citizen scientist for the day! Join NCC staff in conducting surveys for milkweed and Monarchs in Manitoba’s Tall Grass Prairie. This information will help us measure the effectiveness of our conservation work in providing suitable habitat for this species.  The data will also be submitted to the Mission Monarch project\, a Canada-wide initiative to collect information about the distribution and status of the Monarch. Come out and learn all about this amazing butterfly and how to spot it in its various life stages.  For those interested\, staff will also provide information about how you can contribute to this initiative on your own! \nIf you’re interested in carpooling with other volunteers please click here and add your car\, or join a car. There’s also a wait list feature if there’s no car listed yet where you’re traveling from. Happy travels!
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/tall-grass-prairie-monarch-survey/
CATEGORIES:Get your hands dirty!,Manitoba
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170720
DTSTAMP:20170710T230314Z
CREATED:20170710T230314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T230314Z
UID:4953-1500422400-1500508799@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Weedy Wednesday at the Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nJuly 19th\, 2017\, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nCowichan Garry Oak Preserve\, Duncan\, British Columbia\nHabitat Restoration \n\nJoin the featured weekly work party for July and contribute to the ongoing restoration and upkeep of this beautiful Garry oak ecosystem! New volunteers are always welcome! \n\nSIGN UP NOW\n\n\n\nMore Information\nAbout Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve\, DuncanThe Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve is the Nature Conservancy of Canada’s flagship property in the Cowichan Valley. This 52-acre (21-hectare) preserve is one the last best examples of deep soil Garry oak ecosystem left in Canada. The meadow and woodland portion of the preserve features centuries-old Garry oak trees towering over grassy meadows full of native wildflowers. Dozens of rare and at-risk species thrive here\, including many types of bees and butterflies\, delicate flowers and small woodland animals. \nWhat you will be doingVolunteers will lend a hand with a wide range of activities: pulling invasive species\, working in the native plant nursery\, planting seedlings and other stewardship tasks. \nWhy you will love itThe Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve is one of the last and best examples of this globally rare ecosystem. Working among the groves of mossy Garry oaks is a great way to get out and appreciate the beautiful and intricate nature around us. Bring a friend!
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/weedy-wednesday-at-the-cowichan-garry-oak-preserve/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!,Restoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170716
DTSTAMP:20170710T230450Z
CREATED:20170710T230450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T230450Z
UID:4955-1500076800-1500163199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Oak Lake and Routledge Sandhills Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nJuly 15th\, 2017\, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM \nRoutledge Sandhills\, Manitoba\nInventories and Monitoring \n\nJoin the Nature Conservancy of Canada\, Manitoba Important Bird Areas Program\, and local experts for a day of bio-blitzing! Hike through beautiful sandhills as we catalogue the amazing diversity this area has to offer and search for rare and elusive species. Teams of birders will be conducting extensive surveys around Oak Lake in order to collect information on bird population levels. \nAll levels of expertise and ages are welcome to participate! \nIf you are interested in carpooling with other volunteers click here and add your car\, or join a car. \nFor some extra fun\, join us on Friday July 14\, at 7:00pm at the Legion Hall in the town of Oak Lake to learn about Tiger Beetles with Dr. Robert Wrigley\, followed by an evening Bird Walk at the Cherry Point Educational Nature Trail.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/oak-lake-and-routledge-sandhills-bioblitz/
CATEGORIES:Get your hands dirty!,Manitoba
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170715
DTSTAMP:20170710T152218Z
CREATED:20170710T152218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T152218Z
UID:4945-1499990400-1500076799@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:A Golden Bouquet
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nJuly 14th\, 2017\, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nGolden Ranches Conservation Area\, Alberta\nHabitat Restoration \n\nThe Golden Ranches property is located in the heart of the Cooking Lake Moraine. It is home to an abundance of wildlife including a number of song birds\, mule deer\, moose\, and red-tail hawk. Come explore the area with NCC and partners\, and help remove noxious common tansy and hear from internationally acclaimed “Nature Nut” John Acorn! \nIf you’d like to carpool to the event\, please click here\, https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/sgb0xq to add your car or join a ride going to the event. There is also a wait list feature if there isn’t a ride there yet that works for you. Happy carpooling!
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/a-golden-bouquet/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Restoration
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170714
DTSTAMP:20170710T152003Z
CREATED:20170710T152003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T152003Z
UID:4943-1499904000-1499990399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Thistle Be Fun
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nJuly 13th\, 2017\, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nClifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary\, Alberta\nHabitat Restoration \n\nCare to join us? “Thistle” only take a minute! Join us as we head to Clifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary to continue our ongoing control of invasive thistle. Take part in this fun-filled day of invasive species control \, tidying the trails\, and bad puns\, to help ensure Clifford E. Lee remains a sanctuary for native plants and wildlife! \nIf you’d like to carpool to the event\, please click here\, https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/czku3r to add your car or join a ride going to the event. There is also a wait list feature if there isn’t a ride there yet that works for you. Happy carpooling!
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/thistle-be-fun/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Invasive Species,Restoration
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170711
DTSTAMP:20170507T234159Z
CREATED:20170507T234159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170507T234159Z
UID:4719-1499644800-1499731199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Minimum Security Camp Weed Pull
DESCRIPTION:Last season was our first reclamation event in this area and we are pleased to offer it again\, please join us; pull some weeds\, have some fun and meet new people concerned about the Castle. Bring a lunch\, drinking water\, sun screen and insect repellent.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/minimum-security-camp-weed-pull/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!,Reclamation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170709
DTSTAMP:20170628T223017Z
CREATED:20170628T223017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170628T223017Z
UID:4916-1499472000-1499558399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:15th Annual Blueweed Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Staging Area\, on Christie Mines Road (5429\, Rg. Rd. 1–1) for registration\, coffee and snacks (click for map directions) \nThis is an open invitation to all residents of the Town of Pincher Creek\, the M.D. of Pincher Creek and Oldman watershed citizens who just want a new experience to remove noxious and invasive weeds along our creek. Come prepared to pick weeds and return to the staging area for beef\, beverages\, prizes and conversation. \nBring your own bagged lunch\, drinking water\, hat\, sunscreen\, bug spray\, sturdy shoes and lawn chair(s) for afterwards. \nPlease do not bring your dog. Absolutely No Dogs\, Please!! \nSome reminders for Volunteers \n\nWalk forwards\, but take a look backwards too; blueweeds sprout just after you walk by!\nGlance away from the creek to. Most plants are within 15 m of the creek\, but there are places where they may be 100 m away hidden in willows\, etc.\nWandering aimlessly\, with a partner may work well for you.\nMake a note with the team leader\, to identify locations of outbreaks so that the land owner (or MD crews) can return and take action with a sprayer.\nWatch for rosettes (1st year plants) and try to dig them out with shovels.\nTry to avoid carrying weeds in bags with holes as this may spread seeds.\nKeep track of all bags and ensure they are all returned to staging area.\nThis is a competition\, so please record the number of full bags on your crew signup sheet when you return.\nAlways respect private land.\nAwards will be presented for the Biggest Wreck\, Determination and of course the prestigious Bent Back Award. Please discuss nominations with the organizers after returning.\n\nCONTACT CHRISTI BUSTARD (627-3714) OR REGISTER BY EMAIL
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/15th-annual-blueweed-blitz/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Invasive Species
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170709
DTSTAMP:20170515T002036Z
CREATED:20170515T002036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170515T002036Z
UID:4757-1499472000-1499558399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:15th Annual Blueweed Blitz hosted by the Pincher Creek Watershed Group
DESCRIPTION:Come join the community and work together to help reduce the effects of this plant on the Pincher Creek. Bring your lunch and water and they provide the rest – bbq supper included!\nWhen: July 8th\, registration begins at 9:45am\nWhere: TBA
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/15th-annual-blueweed-blitz-hosted-by-the-pincher-creek-watershed-group/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Invasive Species
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170627
DTSTAMP:20170624T221605Z
CREATED:20170624T221605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170624T221605Z
UID:4892-1498435200-1498521599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Marysville Eco Park Spring Cleanup with EKISC
DESCRIPTION:Event Date:  Monday\, June 26\, 2017\n\nWildsight Kimberley Cranbrook needs your help!  Just over a decade ago\, Wildsight transformed the gravel parking lot serving the Marysville Falls to a diverse urban greenspace of native trees\, shrubs and plants.  Bi-annual volunteer cleanups of the Marysville Eco Park are essential in transforming the park to the self-sustaining riparian oasis it will become.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/marysville-eco-park-spring-cleanup-with-ekisc/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!,Restoration
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170621
DTSTAMP:20170618T225454Z
CREATED:20170618T225454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170618T225454Z
UID:4876-1497916800-1498003199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Bioengineering Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:The Elbow River Watershed Parnership is partnering with the Greater Bragg Creek Trails Association and Backcountry Trails Flood Rehabilitation Program on some bio-engineering\, some trail work and trying a new (to us) product\, Flex MSE which was generously donated for this project. \nWe are looking for up to 15 volunteers. This is manual outdoor labour. We will be planting willows\, installing a wattle fence and filling and stacking the bags with soil. \n\nPlan-\n9:30am meet in West Bragg in the South parking lot. (the main parking lot is under construction)\nsafety talk for 15 minutes\n9:45 start walking to the site\n\n\nPlease join us and be prepared to walk or bike 1.6km to the trail site of a popular intersection.\nTo bring: \n\nwork gloves\nhand pruners (if you have them)\noutdoor clothes you don’t mind getting dirty\, be prepared for all types of weather\nwater to drink\na shovel (if you have one)\na bucket\n\nWe will bring: \n\ncoffee and a snack for all volunteers\nplanting poles\nwillows\nother hand tools\n\nPlease bring a signed waiver \nQuestions? e-mail Flora coordinator@erwp.org
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/bioengineering-volunteer-opportunity/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Bio-Engineering,Get your hands dirty!
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170528
DTSTAMP:20170429T000936Z
CREATED:20170429T000936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170429T000936Z
UID:4702-1495843200-1495929599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Street 2 Stream Workshops - New Street Riverbank Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Send your elected officials\, realtor\, builder\, and non-stormwater professional to learn more about why we need low-impact development to protect riparian areas. Lots of examples of what is happening in Alberta\, and great information by Cows and Fish about the value of riparian areas\, including economics. Funded by the RBC Blue Water Project and The Calgary Foundation. \nMAY 27 CALGARY\, LOCATION TBD\, 1:00 – 4:30 pm
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/street-2-stream-workshops-new-street-riverbank-blitz/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Restoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170513T160000
DTSTAMP:20170429T000518Z
CREATED:20170429T000518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170429T000518Z
UID:4700-1494669600-1494691200@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Street 2 Stream: Elbow Riverbank Restoration Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Street 2 Stream: Elbow Riverbank Restoration Blitz \nAlberta Riparian Habitat Management Society (Cows and Fish); Alberta Low Impact Development Partnership (ALIDP) \nSaturday\, May 13\, 2017 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (MDT) \n\nCalgary\, AB
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/street-2-stream-elbow-riverbank-restoration-blitz/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Restoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170512
DTSTAMP:20170421T234844Z
CREATED:20170421T234844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170421T234844Z
UID:4683-1494460800-1494547199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Western Painted Turtle Habitat Enhancement
DESCRIPTION:May 11th\, Thursday\n10am – 3pm\nEagles Lake\, Highlands \nWe will be adding proper substrate\, building a short fence\, and clearing vegetation to make nesting habitat for the known population of Western Painted Turtles living in the lake. This restoration day is open to the public to spectate and help out!\nSign up today
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/western-painted-turtle-habitat-enhancement/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!,Restoration
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170507
DTSTAMP:20170421T235401Z
CREATED:20170421T235401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170421T235401Z
UID:4688-1494028800-1494115199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Ruby Creek Restoration and Slug Search
DESCRIPTION:May 6th\, Saturday\n10 am – 3 pm\nMeet at Witty’s Lagoon Main Parking Lot \nIn memory of dedicated volunteer Paul Mably\, we will be removing invasive plants alongside Ruby Creek. With a special slug info session too. Volunteers encouraged to enjoy a self-guided beach day at Witty’s Lagoon after! RSVP to volunteers@hat.bc.ca
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/ruby-creek-restoration-and-slug-search/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!,Restoration
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170507
DTSTAMP:20170219T204220Z
CREATED:20170219T204220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170219T204220Z
UID:4429-1494028800-1494115199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Ruby Creek Restoration Party
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, May 6th at 10:00-2:00\nWhere: Meet at Witty’s Lagoon parking lot\, Metchosin\nWhat: Let’s put our tools and our bodies to good work in removing invasive plants towards the restoration of this riparian habitat. Follow up your day with a trip down to the beach.\nSIGN UP with volunteers@hat.bc.ca
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/ruby-creek-restoration-party/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!,Invasive Species,Restoration,Riparian Habitat
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170430
DTSTAMP:20170421T234615Z
CREATED:20170421T234615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170421T234615Z
UID:4681-1493424000-1493510399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Ayum Creek Work Party
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, April 29th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.\, please join TLC at Ayum Creek Regional Park Reserve in Sooke to continue our experimental restoration efforts combating the invasive species periwinkle (Vinca minor). \nWe will be layering cardboard on cut periwinkle\, and then spreading wood chips on top to effectively smother it. This technique is an adaptation of “lasagna gardening\,” where soil is built by adding different layers of material\, reducing the need to till which can break up the healthy networks of mycelium and microbes within. By smothering the invasive species with materials that will break down and feed the soil\, we are hopeful that the invasive species will be beat and native species can reign supreme once more! \nTools\, gloves and instructions will be provided. If you have cardboard (tape\, staples and other non-organic materials removed please)\, please bring it along! \nPlease RSVP to covenants@conservancy.bc.ca or call (250) 479-8053 to find out our meeting place details.  Carpooling is available\, just let me know and we will do our best to get you out there!
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/ayum-creek-work-party/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!,Invasive Species,Restoration
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170403
DTSTAMP:20170331T135332Z
CREATED:20170331T135332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170331T135332Z
UID:4593-1491091200-1491177599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Remove English ivy\, lamium\, holly & blackberry at Riverview Forest in Coquitlam
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/remove-english-ivy-lamium-holly-blackberry-at-riverview-forest-in-coquitlam/
CATEGORIES:British Columbia,Get your hands dirty!,Invasive Species
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