About this Event
Join the Greater Victoria Green Team together with the Town of View Royal to help improve the health of View Royal Park by removing invasive Himalayan blackberry and English ivy plants.
No experience needed; instructions, gloves, tools, and snacks are provided! All ages and abilities are welcome!
SIGN UP ON MEETUP: https://www.meetup.com/greater-victoria-green-team/events/312730020/
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)
Getting There:
There is a parking lot at the entrance to View Royal Park off of Helmcken Rd.
There is a bus stop nearby at Helmcken X Gull Rd
Questions? Email [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
View Royal Park, 60 Pheasant Lane, Victoria, Canada
CAD 0.00
