Activity: Willow staking
Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Park: Aldergrove Regional Park
Meeting location: 27240 8th Avenue, Aldergrove
Details: Meet by the kiosk near the washroom building at the main-use area (49.011354, -122.466868). From there, we’ll walk as a group to the planting area (49.008263, -122.470821). Participants will be staking willow and dogwood cuttings in a riparian area to create a physical and visual barrier between a proposed park trail and sensitive creek. We’ll be working in/on dense mats of reed canary grass and possibly wet/muddy terrain. Rubber and/or steel-toed boots are highly recommended. Sturdy, close-toed shoes are required. Activity will run rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the task. Metro Vancouver will provide tools and snacks.