Wetland Keepers

You are invited! Learn how to Monitor & Conserve Wetlands

Wetlandkeepers is a 2½ day introduction to wetland stewardship.  The course offers individuals an opportunity for hands-on practice of wetland conservation skills such as wetland mapping, conducting wetland plant and bird surveys and raising public awareness.  This course will include a special hands-on planting activity to emphasize the importance of vegetating constructed wetlands with native plant species. Participants that successfully complete the course will be awarded a Wetlandkeepers Certificate.

Participant Fee: $30.00 

Printed Manual: Included in the cost of the Course 

Time:  Oct 1st- 3rd
Friday 6:30 pm-9 pm, Saturday 9 am-4:30 pm, and Sunday 9 am-4:30pm

Location: Heritage Park Wetland; Curling Club Lounge, Recreation & Leisure Centre, Sparwood, BC

Dress for the elements:

• Waders are ideal but rubber boots will do.

• Binoculars are useful.

• Wear layers to adjust to weather.

• Be sure to include rain gear and/or sunscreen.

• Bring a lunch and water.

To register contact:

Sparwood Department of Recreation
(250) 425-0552
recreation@sparwood.bc.ca

www.sparwood.bc.ca/recreation

Sponsored by:
www.bcwf.bc.ca/programs/wetlands/