Volunteer

(Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority, Tiffin Centre for Conservation)

Position ID: V-BAR0245
Last Modified: 29 Aug 2024
Last Full Update: 29 Aug 2024

Opportunity Details: Volunteer

Contact Maria Leung, Senior Communications Specialist, Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority; Phone: 705-424-1479; Email: mleung@nvca.on.ca
Duties

Come help rehabilitate the aquatic ecosystem with Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority!

Upstream of Little Lake, a section of Willow Creek is experiencing erosion on the stream banks. With your help we will be stabilizing the stream bank, grading the banks and replanting a riparian forest. 

At this volunteer event we will be stepping into chest waders and wading into waist-deep water to anchor old Christmas trees into the edge of the streambank. This not only reduces erosion and stabilizes the streambanks, it creates habitat for fish and plants. In the weeks following the volunteer event, staff will continue the rehabilitation process by grading the steep banks to enhance floodplain capacity and improve habitat. Thank you to Napoleon for collaborating with us to improve the health and water quality in Willow Creek!

Take a look at how your help will improve fish and wildlife habitat, water quality and our economy in our 9 minute documentary. You can also visit our website for more information.

This is a great way to gain volunteer hours, learn about ecological restoration and help our ecosystem! 

Pre-Registration is required! Space is limited.

What to expect

  • An orientation and tutorial
  • 3 hours of outdoor activity
  • This event will be canceled or postponed if there is rain or extreme weather

Remember to Bring

  • Water bottle, snack
  • Sunscreen, hat, bug repellant
  • Close toed shoes
  • Backpack or bag is recommended since we will be doing a short hike to the site
  • Work gloves (extras available)
  • A change of sock and clothes (in case you fall in or your waders leak)
  • Chest waders (if you have your own, waders will be provided)
  • A friend or family member: it’s more fun together!

Students

  • Remember to bring your community service volunteer form!
More Info Link https://nvca.ticketbud.com/hop-in-and-help-rehabilitate-willow-creek-
Benefits Upstream of Little Lake, a section of Willow Creek is experiencing erosion on the stream banks. With your help we will be stabilizing the stream bank, grading the banks and replanting a riparian forest. 
Ages 14 year(s) - 85 year(s)
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours Yes
Areas of Interest Nature / Environment
Skills/Experience Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Listening Skills ; Team Work ; At this volunteer event we will be stepping into chest waders and wading into waist-deep water to anchor old Christmas trees into the edge of the streambank.
Commitment Length One Time / Special Event
Interaction Level Small Group
Minimum Hours 4 / Day
Accessibility Not Accessible
Location 9 Napoleon Rd, Barrie, ON L4M 0G8, Canada
Number of Positions Barrie ; Oro-Medonte 
 
25 individual(s) needed in total.
Training Orientation ; Training is provided
Police Check Not Required
Start Date On or after 04 Sep 2024

Agency Details: Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority, Tiffin Centre for Conservation

Office Phone 705-424-1479
Fax 705-424-2115
E-Mail admin@nvca.on.ca
Website www.nvca.on.ca/
Address & Map
8195 8th Line
Utopia, ON
Canada L0M 1T0