cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 61 Are you passionate about the parks and trails that Nanaimo has to offer? Consider participating in our Volunteers in Parks Program! If you would like to organize a work party in your neighborhood, please call 250-756-5200, email parksandrecreation@nanaimo.ca or check out our website (search work party). Why participate? Being part of the Volunteers in Parks Program not only fosters community spirit but enriches your life with purpose and connection to nature. Disconnect from screens and reconnect with the awe-inspiring beauty of our surroundings. Your involvement can help cultivate a brighter, more sustainable future for Nanaimo’s enchanting green spaces. There are three ways to participate: 1 PARK AMBASSADOR: As a Park Ambassador, you’ll weave a vibrant tapestry of education and stewardship by visiting your chosen park regularly. Help fellow visitors embrace the beauty of nature while actively keeping the park clean. With your keen eye, you can observe the park’s dynamic ecosystem and be the critical communicator reporting any issues and driving efforts for a sustainable environment. 2 ADOPT-A-PARK: Gather your friends, family, or colleagues and form a volunteer group dedicated to keeping Nanaimo beautiful! By choosing a park, trail or creek to adopt, you’ll take covenant of a cherished area. Together, you will implement clean-up initiatives, planting days, maintenance work and forging bonds with the land and each other while replenishing our local ecosystems. 3 WORK PARTIES: Dive deep into nature’s intricate web by participating in our Work Parties! Join a spirited crew dedicated to enhancing biodiversity in our parks and trails. These group efforts focus on native species restoration, invasives removal, and habitat preservation putting actions to your good intentions. Be part of a transformative journey for Nanaimo’s ecosystems while teaming up with fellow conservation enthusiasts and making a tangible difference. Gather a group for your own work party from your business, school group, club or organization or come to the these planned events: VOLUNTEERS in PARKS • Sat, Sep 27, 10 am-12 pm Invasive Plant Removal at Bowen Park (149377) • Sat, Oct 18, 10 am-12 pm Invasive Plant Removal at Buttertubs Marsh (149378) • Tue, Oct 28, 10 am-12 pm Invasive Plant Removal at Colliery Dam Park (150774) • Sat, Nov 15, 10 am-12 pm Invasive Plant Removal at Richard’s Marsh (150775) • Tue, Nov 25, 10 am-12 pm Invasive Plant at Piper’s Lagoon Park (150797) • Sat, Dec 6, 10 am-12 pm Invasive Plant Removal at Rock City Park (150801) • Tue, Feb 3, 10 am-12 pm Invasive Plant Removal at Buttertubs Marsh (150802) • Sat, Feb 21, 10 am-12 pm Invasive Plant Removal at Brookwood Park (150806) • Tue, Mar 10, 10 am-12 pm Invasive Plant Removal Richard’s Marsh (150808) • Sat, Mar 21, 10 am-12 pm Invasive Plant Removal at Piper’s Lagoon for World Water Day (150810)
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