Legacy Island Riparian Restoration
Event Details
October 22nd, 2016, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Legacy Island, Carseland, Alberta
Habitat Restoration
Join the Nature Conservancy of Canada as we rally in support of the Bow River Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada to help with their Legacy Island riparian restoration project along the Bow River.
The Bow River Chapter of Trout Unlimited, in cooperation with the Alberta Conservation Association have undertaken a project to replace cottonwood trees lost to the 2013 flood on Legacy Island. The new trees will help stabilize the island during future high water events, and provide much needed habitat for birds and other wildlife.
By taking part in the day, you can lend your support to some great conservation work being done by our partners in the Bow River watershed.
Please Note: This event is being led by the Bow River Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada.
If you’d like to carpool to the event, please click here, https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/bygecn 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!
Please email the event contact to join the waiting list.
More Information
2003 saw an agreement completed between the Province of Alberta and the Bow River Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada (TUC) to protect Legacy Island as an important natural habitat. The island is located on the Bow River, south of Carsland.
The Bow River Chapter of TUC are the guardians of the property and are responsible for the ongoing protection of the ecosystem of the island. The 2013 Bow River flood had a devastating impact on Legacy Island. Trees were uprooted, gravel moved and the road access and parking area destroyed. Work is now being done to restore the site.
What you will be doingVolunteers will plant cottonwoods and poplars to help stabilize the island during future high water events, and provide much needed habitat for birds and other wildlife. The group will also assist with some minor site cleanup and maintenance.
Why you will love itYou'll have the opportunity to support an important riparian restoration project along the Bow River, while learning more about the Bow River Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada and the work they do in support of fisheries and aquatic ecosystems.
Questions?Contact Kailey Setter: alberta@conservationvolunteers.ca
This event is being led by the Bow River Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada. Coffee, water and snacks will be supplied. Volunteers should bring clothing appropriate to the weather conditions and sturdy footwear.
While we do our best to provide you with the tools you need to participate, please bring the following items if you have them:
- Warm layers
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Rain jacket (just in case)
- Sturdy closed-toed shoes or boots
- Reusable water bottle
- Any necessary medications