The Smith-Blackburn Homestead is a unique property located just east of Elk Island National Park, in a region recognized by UNESCO as the Beaverhills Biosphere Reserve. Home to many species of wildlife, there is also an established pollinator garden that is under pressure from invasive weeds. In order to help the pollinators the garden was established for, we need some help reducing the presence of invasive plants.

This event will include a Bioblitz, which will be conducted with local ecology professionals. We will survey the land and identify species, and share more about the ecosystem at Smith Blackburn Homestead. The volunteer activity will be focusing on removing the white cockle, thistle, and other weeds that have found their way into and around the garden. We will meet promptly at 10:00 am at the land.

Accessibility:

This event will involve a lower level of physical activity with minimal walking. It will also include:

• Bending and kneeling to pull plants up

• Carrying tools short ditances

• Carrying supplies for yourself for the day

Other notes:

• If you need to cancel, please do so through SignUp.com or inform us as soon as possible. Please arrive on time.

• Stewardship events are weather-dependent and subject to cancellation.

• Please contact us in advance if you wish to bring a minor to this event.

• If you wish to carpool with another volunteer, please review our Carpooling Policy here.

Click the button below to register. Email Gary at gary.elaschukpruden@ealt.ca with any questions about this event.