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Join the Greater Victoria Green Team & Town of View Royal to connect with others in nature & engage in environmental action removing invasive plants (mainly English ivy & Himalayan Blackberry)! Together, we’ll give native trees & shrubs a chance to thrive and strengthen this forest. 💪PLEASE SIGN UP ON MEETUP: https://www.meetup.com/greater-victoria-green-team/events/312882956/
OR Sign Up By Email: [email protected]
NO EXPERIENCE needed. ALL AGES & abilities welcome! Just bring yourself, curiosity & willingness to get your hands a little dirty 🌿. We'll provide instruction, tools, gloves & snacks! Comes for as long as you are able to!
This activity runs RAIN 🌧️ or SHINE
WHY JOIN A GREEN TEAM ACTIVITY? 🌳
You’ll walk away having:
Met new people & felt part of something bigger than yourself
Learned about local ecosystems & environmental issues
Made a tangible difference for the environment
Spent quality time outdoors (great for mental health!)
Gotten some fresh air & exercise
Earned volunteer hours (if you need them)
Enjoyed delicious snacks 🍪 🧃 & warm, welcoming vibes
Had fun, even if it rains 🙂
The Greater Victoria Green Team is a program of the charity Green Teams of Canada. We connect & empower people by organizing hands-on, inclusive, safe & impactful environmental activities. Whether it’s your 1st coming out or your 50th, you’ll be guided every step of the way.
FLOW OF THE DAY ⏱️
9:45 am - Arrival, sign-in, grab gloves
10 am - Safety talk, education & demonstration
11:30 am - Snack break
12:45 pm - Wrap-up & pack up
1 pm - Sign-out, activity ends
WHAT TO BRING 🧥👖
Please come prepared for outdoor, hands-on work:
Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
Long sleeves & long pants (to protect from thorny plants + bugs)
Sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots
Refillable water bottle
Rain jacket (just in case!)
Hat & weather-appropriate layers
Your own gloves/tools/safety glasses if you prefer (optional - we provide everything you need)
WHAT WE PROVIDE 🧤
We’ve got you covered with:
Gloves, tools & safety glasses
Instruction, safety talk & environmental education
Friendly, experienced staff support
Snacks & refreshments
Photos & videos of the day
Volunteer reference letters (on request after the activity)
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Portage Park View Royal, 57 View Royal Ave, View Royal, BC V9B 1A6, Canada, Victoria
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