On Sunday, March 16, join Habitat Acquisition Trust (HAT) and the District of Saanich for a day of learning, fun and environmental stewardship.
This event will be in two parts. You are welcome to join for some or all of the day.
Location: Royal Oak Trail, meeting at Casa Linda Drive/Lindsay Street. Please register for a more detailed location description.
Note: There are no washrooms available at this site and street parking is limited. Additional parking is available at lot beside tennis courts on nearby Viewmont Avenue.
Morning Session
Native Plant Walk: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Dominique James, W̱SÁNEĆ Land Steward and SENĆOŦEN Language Specialist, will share knowledge about how to grow native plants in your backyard, why naturescapes are important, and what you can do to help birds and butterflies in your own garden.
This walk is on mostly paved and fairly flat ground, with a station with many resources and materials available.
Afternoon Session
English Ivy removal (hands-on learning): 12 pm to 2 pm
Learn about invasive English Ivy, and help remove it from the park! Gloves, tools, and instructions will be provided - no previous experience is required.
This activity includes repeated bending/kneeling as well as navigating some uneven terrain.
Please register here for one or both activities.
Contact stewardship@saanich.ca for more information.
This event is in partnership with our friends at Habitat Acquisition Trust.
