About the Position | |
Position # | 3859 |
Organization | Greater Victoria Green Team |
Position | Environmental Volunteer - Make Friends & Remove Invasive Plants at UVic on May 26! |
Location | Alumni Chip Trail, Victoria, BC, Canada |
Impact Statement | To inspire stewardship of nature by connecting diverse individuals through hands-on educational environmental activities |
Description |
We will be removing invasive English Ivy from the beautiful forest along The University of Victoria's Alumni Chip Trail near the Bowker Creek Headwaters (near Parking Lot 10). The trail in this area runs above the underground Bowker Creek. Please RSVP on Meetup at https://www.meetup.com/greater-victoria-green-team/events/300292608/ or email Kaitlin@GreenTeamsCanada.ca if you're having trouble signing up. FLOW OF THE ACTIVITY • Meet at 9:45am for sign-in & introductions (please be on time) • Receive instruction & demo for the activity • Remove invasive plants • Take break for refreshments half way through • Volunteer until 1:00 pm then sign-out at end, take home an eco-gift! REGISTER AS A GREEN TEAM VOLUNTEER AHEAD OF TIME ONLINE • If you haven't yet, register online (You only need to fill out this form once): http://bit.ly/2GEDEO9 |
Training Details | We will provide all training and tools. No previous experience necessary! |
Working Conditions | We will be working outdoors, rain or shine. Please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. We recommend long pants/sleeves to protect from thorny plants & insects. Remember to check the weather - bring a hat/sunscreen/rain jacket as needed. Bring your water bottle to stay hydrated (we will have extra water and snacks on site too!) |
Minimum Duration | Special event |
Timing | Weekend - Daytime |
Time Detail | 9:45 am - 1:00 pm Sunday May 26 2024 |
Age | 1+ |
Ideal for | An Individual, A Group, ESL/EAL |
Transportation | On a bus route |
Accessibility | Support volunteers with special needs, Support Newcomers and ESL |
Area(s) of Interest | Children/Youth, Gardening/Environment, Newcomer Support |
Skill(s) | Interpersonal Communication, Stewardship, Empathy, Respect, Continuous Learning |
How to Apply | |
Application Link: | |
Website | https://www.meetup.com/Greater-Victoria-Green-Team |
Send an Email Message | |
Contact | Kaitlin Warren |
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