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Wetlandkeepers & Streamkeepers
Program
Streamkeepers Program (Est. 1993)
Streamkeepers and Wetlandkeepers Courses - Hundreds
of people have taken the nationally-recognized Streamkeepers course,
which focuses on the basic skills of monitoring aquatic habitats and getting
involved in local volunteer projects. The Pacific Streamkeepers Federation,
Capilano College and the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans certify
our Streamkeepers instructors. The Wetlandkeepers Courses have been initiated
in the fall of 2001 with one of our Streamkeepers instructor becoming certified
by the BC Wildlife Federation to deliver the basic course.
Stewardship Workshops - A number of workshops are provided for graduates of the Streamkeepers course to enhance their skills and keep them inspired and learning about community stewardship.
Streamkeepers Network - An MsAccess database of qualified Streamkeepers is maintained to allow tracking of training needs, skill levels and interests among local volunteers.
Streamkeepers and Wetlandkeepers Highlights
Streamkeepers Course |
April 17,18 and 19, 2009 |
The next Streamkeepers Course will be held in Comox, BC. on a local creek. The course is instructed by Michele Jones (R.P. Bio) and includes both field and class work. Stream conservation and stream monitoring skills are emphasized. Participants will conduct habitat surveys, test water quality, sample and identify aquatic invertebrates and much more. Upon completion of the course, participants will be awarded a Streamkeepers Certificate. Course times are as follows:
- Friday, April 17 - 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. – Classroom Location TBA
- Saturday, April 18 - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Field Studies
- Sunday, April 19 - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Field Studies
The cost of the workshop is $70 (and you download your own Streamkeepers manual). A manual can be supplied by us, at a cost of $30. Registration deadline is noon, April 10, 2009. Contact Maye Davis at (250) 334-9657 or jake.davis.dog@shaw.ca for more information or to register.
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Wetlandkeepers Course
March 27, 28, and 29, 2009 |
The next Wetlandkeepers Course will be held in Courtenay, BC at the Filberg Centre (411 Anderton Avenue) The course is instructed by Michele Jones (R.P. Bio) and Julie Micksch ,and includes both field and class work. This BC Wildlife Federation workshop offers individuals an opportunity for hands-on practice of wetland conservation, monitoring skills and will include special attention to the Courtenay River Estuary. Participants will map a wetland, conduct wetland plant and bird surveys, and learn how to track changes in a wetland system. Upon completion of the course, participants will be awarded a BCWF Wetlandkeepers Certificate. Course times are as follows :
- Friday, March 27 - 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. – Filberg Centre
- Saturday, March 28 - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Field Studies
- Sunday, March 29 - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Field Studies
The cost of the workshop is $115 (participants can download their own Wetlandkeepers handbook). A handbook can be supplied by us, at a cost of $37.50, but we will need advance notice to order a hard copy. Registration deadline is noon, March 20, 2009. Contact Maye Davis at (250) 334-9657 or jake.davis.dog@shaw.ca for more information or to register. |
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http://www.morrisoncreek.org - Find out what the Morrison Creek Streamkeepers are doing by visiting their new web site !
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Millard - Piercy Watershed Stewards - Also check out the Watershed Management Plan that the Millard-Piercy Watershed Stewards have created.
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