| About the Position | |
| Position # | 4244 |
| Organization | Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary |
| Position | Seed Sowers: Native Plant Growers Program - Seed Sowers |
| Location | 841 Ralph St, Victoria, BC, Canada |
| Impact Statement | Conserve and restore Nature Sanctuary lands and waters while inspiring stewardship through community engagement and collaboration. |
| Description |
Seed Sower volunteers learn native plant propagation techniques and grow native plants at home for use in restoration projects and the Nature Sanctuary’s annual Native Plant Sale Fundraiser. It’s a rewarding way to support local biodiversity while joining a community of native plant enthusiasts. We provide training and materials—including soil, containers, and seeds or cuttings if needed. Experience growing native plants is an asset but not required. This role is well suited to folks already gardening and growing garden plants. Key Responsibilities: •Participate in program training •Propagate and tend to one or more species of native plants in your home garden. •Bring plants to the Nature Sanctuary when they are ready to plant out |
| Training Details | We provide onsite and online training in: Introduction to native Plant Propagation; Growing Plants by Seed, Layering, Cuttings and Division. Seed gathering and storing techniques, as well as summer and winter plant care. |
| Working Conditions | On site training occurs outside at Swan Lak. |
| Minimum Duration | More than 1 year |
| Timing | Weekday - Evening, Weekend - Daytime |
| Time Detail | Trainings are offered 4 x per year on weekend days or weekday evenings. Volunteers grow plants for 1-3 years. |
| Age | 18+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Accessibility | Support Newcomers and ESL |
| Area(s) of Interest | Gardening/Environment |
| Skill(s) | Interpersonal Communication, Continuous Learning, Flexibility |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://www.swanlake.bc.ca/ |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | ttodesco@swanlake.bc.ca |
| Phone | 250-479-0211 X 1008 |
| Address | 3873 Swan Lake Road Victoria, V8X3W1 |
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