Chase Woods Clean Up
Event Details
June 20th, 2018, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Chase Woods (Duncan), British Columbia
Habitat Restoration
Nature Conservancy of Canada and the Weedy Wednesday crew would like your help for a day of restoration at the Chase Woods Nature Reserve. There will be lots to do with cleaning up downed branches, removal of invasive species and providing suitable growing habitat by laying down mulch for native species.
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More Information
A living example of old-growth, coastal Douglas-fir forests, Chase Woods is located on Mt. Tzouhalem of southeastern Vancouver Island. Made up of spectacular cliffs and sensitive wetlands, the 41 hectare (101 ac.) preserve is home to several rare species, including peregrine falcons, sharp-tailed snakes and Oregon white oak plant communities.
NCC acquired Chase Woods with the assistance of the Government of Canada’s Natural Areas Conservation Program (NACP), a unique public-private partnership to accelerate the pace of land conservation across southern Canada.
What you will be doing
Volunteers will lend a hand by cleaning up downed branches and moving wood from the trails, removing invasive Himalayan blackberry and reed canary grass. Once the weeding is complete, a layer of mulch will be put down.
Why you will love itYou will get a chance to help preserve the coastal Douglas-fir forests which are among the rarest ecosystems in British Columbia. This will also be a great opportunity to get to know some of the Weedy Wednesday crew, a dedicated volunteer group that are committed to the conservation of the Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve and Chase Woods Nature Reserve.
Questions?Contact Travis Muir: travis.muir@natureconservancy.ca
The Weedy Wednesday crew meets every week so don't hesitate to ask if you are unable to make this date, or are interested in continuing to help!
While we do our best to provide you with the tools you need to participate, please bring the following items if you have them:
- Close-toed footwear
- Layer of clothing (light sweater and jacket)
- Long sleeved shirt
- Long pants
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Rain gear
- Gloves and loppers (if you prefer to use your own)
- Lunch
- 2 Litre of water in a reusable bottle
- Any necessary medications