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Sunday September 17: tree planting in Angus

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Sep 13th, 2017
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Volunteers needed for TD Tree Days events

NVCA news release

The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) is looking for volunteers to help the birds and bees by planting trees and restoring streamside habitat in Simcoe and Dufferin counties.

On Saturday, September 16 at 9:30 a.m., volunteers will meet at the Community Pollinator Garden at 246372 Hockley Rd in Mono, outside of Orangeville, to plant 400 pollinator-friendly native trees and shrubs. These flowering trees will provide food for bees, butterflies and birds.

Then on Sunday September 17 at 9:00 a.m., volunteers will meet at the Minesing Wildlife Viewing Tower at 4150 Concession 2 Sunnidale Rd in Angus to plant 500 native trees and shrubs on the banks of the Mad River. These trees will provide habitat for the 221 species of bird that live and visit the wetlands. One day they may be home to a gigantic Bald Eagle’s nest or may help keep the endangered Cerulean Warbler singing.

Enjoy a great day of planting and helping the bees – what could “bee” sweeter?

These events are suitable for all ages, making them perfect for families and community groups. They are a fun, green, way to get those high school volunteer hours!

Both of these planting days are part of TD Tree Days, a national program lead by TD Friends of the Environment Foundation. These family-friendly events see volunteers plant trees to help the environment in their local community. NVCA is pleased to work with TD and other groups, including the Nature Conservancy Canada and the Headwater Streams Committee, on these events.

Find out all the “buzz” about these events and sign-up to volunteer by visiting the NVCA website at www.nvca.on.ca or TD Tree Days at tdtreedays.com.

And save the date – Between October 16 and 20, NVCA needs volunteers to cut and install livestakes at various locations. These cuttings, taken from local willows, dogwoods and other trees, are used to stabilize and replant stream banks, creating better habitat for fish and other aquatic wildlife.

No experience is necessary to participate. Biologists from NVCA will be on hand at each event to give a “livestaking 101” demo. Volunteers should come prepared for all weather with sturdy shoes, a hat, sunscreen, work gloves and a bottle of water. If possible, volunteers are asked to BYOS (bring your own shovel). Visit www.nvca.on.ca to find out more.

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