Join us on Saturday November 9th & 16th from 10am - 12pm, as we remove dog-strangling vine from the forest.
Dog-strangling vine, also known as, DSV or swallowwort forms thick mats that can impact forest regeneration by suppressing seedlings in the understory. Monarch butterflies can mistakenly lay their eggs on DSV instead of milkweed which can lead to further population declines in this iconic species-at risk.
Come learn about nature and help protect Aurora's Biodiversity!
Event Details
You will be trained how to identify DSV and remove it. Expect to be kneeling or bent over, and walking across uneven terrain.
You will be provided with gloves.
Where do we meet? -> Lower Spruce Plantation at the end of Stemmle Drive
Follow this Google Maps link for directions.
What you need:
A signed volunteer waiver. All new volunteers must sign the waiver to participate.
Closed-toe shoes
Weather appropriate clothing -> it's getting chilly now... bundle up!
Water/snacks
Long sleeves and long pants are recommended to protect from bugs and branches!
If you are able to, please bring your own shovel. We have limited quantities!
The meeting area is accessible via YRT 32 (McClellan Way / Briardale Pl) , and the VIVA Blue Line (YRT 98, YRT 98E) stop at Henderson Drive (2.6 km walk from Henderson). Parking can be found on Stemmle Drive.
There are no public washrooms on the property. The closest one is at the Harvey's in the Metro Plaza (Yonge and Henderson).
Masks are encouraged. Please do not come to the event if you are feeling unwell.
If you have any questions, email Julien at society.homegrown@gmail.com