KKS Winter Planting and Weeding
Kus-kus-sum Plantings ~ J. Baker-French
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Meeting Location
North End of Kus-kus-sum, Courtenay, BC
Date and Time
Saturday March 4
9:00am-12:00pm
Location
Kus-kus-sum – North End
Description
We will be replanting some potted plants that floated out of their spots with the winter floods, and moving some plants to better locations. We will also be weeding the upland plantings.
Please wear muck boots and appropriate rain gear. Bring gloves if you can, some will be available. Tools will be provided. Jay Baker French will be leading this event.
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