Hedgerow Planting
Jay adding mulch to the new plantings.
Map of Location
Meeting Location
10th St. and Williams Rd, Courtenay
Date and Time
February 10, 11, 17 & 18
Morning shift 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Afternoon shift 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Location
10th St. and Williams Rd, Courtenay
Description
Join Jay Baker French for some planting and mulching of native species to create a new hedgerow at Comox Bay Farm, in partnership with Lentelus Farms and Ducks Unlimited Canada. There will also be some invasive species removal.
Please bring your favourite gardening gloves and wear good waterproof footwear: gumboots highly recommended! We will be looking for a maximum of eight people per shift.
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