Working on the unceded territory of the K’ómoks First Nation .

Working with the K’ómoks Nation towards Q’waq’wala7owkw on their unceded territory.

KKS Winter Planting and Weeding

Kus-kus-sum Plantings ~ J. Baker-French

Map of Location

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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