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SUMMARY:24th Annual Carcass Transplant
DESCRIPTION:Join the PKOLS-Mount Douglas Conservancy to help restore the ecological balance of Douglas Creek by transplanting salmon carcasses back into the ecosystem. This hands-on activity supports the recovery of this important salmon habitat and provides an educational experience for all ages.  \n When: Saturday\, January 10\, 2026\, at 10:00 AM Where: Douglas Creek Bridge and Outdoor Classroom (https://maps.app.goo.gl/5y5XbXykrDKcv1TS7) \n\n PKOLS (Mount Douglas Park) and Douglas Creek lies within the territories of the W̱SÁNEĆ (represented by the W̱JOȽEȽP\, BOḰEĆEN\, SȾÁUTW̱\, W̱SIḴEM and MÁLEXEȽ Nations) as well as the the lək ̓wəŋən peoples\, represented by the Songhees and Xwsepsum (Esquimalt) Nations. The W̱SÁNEĆ and lək ̓wəŋən peoples have been here since time immemorial\, and their relationship with the land and water is long and rich. \nEnjoy speakers\, educational displays\, hot beverages\, and learn more about our efforts at the Conservancy’s membership table. \nThe event will happen rain or shine (the salmon don’t care). Please dress for the outdoors\, but leave your favourite winter coat at home — this can be slimy but rewarding experience! \nThis is a family-friendly event. Children are most welcome\, but for safety reasons\, each child must be accompanied/supervised by a responsible parent or guardian. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! \n \nThis event is made possible by our good friends at the Goldstream Volunteer Salmonid Enhancement Association. To learn more about the incredible work that GVSEA does\, please visit: www.goldstreamhatchery.ca \n \nHow transplanting salmon carcasses helps bridge the gap between marine and terrestrial ecosystems: \nTransplanting salmon carcasses into Douglas Creek simulates the ecological process that would naturally occur in a healthy stream ecosystem when salmon return to their natal creeks to spawn en masse\, complete their life cycle and die\, leaving behind carcasses that are incredibly nutrient-rich. This natural process is how marine nutrients find their way back into terrestrial ecosystems\, through the breakdown of these returning salmon carcasses that have spent years feeding in the Pacific Ocean. \nAlthough Douglas Creek has seen returns of salmon each year since restoration work began\, including record-breaking return in the fall of 2024\, the numbers have not (yet!) reached their full potential\, so the annual Douglas Creek Salmon Carcass Transplant continues. The transplanted carcasses also attract scavengers like river otters\, racoons\, eagles\, and ravens\, who help distribute the nutrients deeper into PKOLS (Mount Douglas Park)\, enriching the ecosystem further. \nA remarkable study* published in 2023 by researchers at Simon Fraser University looked at the impact that nutrients from salmon carcasses had on the growth of native coastal plants. The research showed that wildflowers (including Douglas’ aster\, Common red paintbrush\, Common yarrow\, and Silverweed) in areas where salmon carcasses had been dispersed grew larger leaves and bigger flowers\, directly benefiting the pollinators dependent on these plant species. \nSalmon (SĆÁÁNEW̱ in SENĆOŦEN / kʷáyəx̣ in lək̓ʷəŋiʔnəŋ) are sacred. \nWestern science is beginning to recognize the insights of Traditional Ecological Knowledge that Coast Salish First Nations have held for millennia. These findings underscore the vital connection between marine and terrestrial ecosystems\, reminding us that salmon are a keystone species working to bridge the gap between land and sea even after death. \n*[Dennert\, A.M.\, Elle\, E. and Reynolds\, J.D. (2023) ‘Experimental addition of marine-derived nutrients affects wildflower traits in a coastal meta-ecosystem’\, Royal Society Open Science\, 10(1). doi:10.1098/rsos.221008.
URL:https://pkols-mountdouglas.ca/wp/event/24th-annual-carcass-transplant/
LOCATION:Douglas Creek Bridge\, FMV8+28R Saanich\, British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Pulling Together Restoration Work Party
DESCRIPTION:There will be a Pulling Together restoration work party in PKOLS (Mount Douglas Park) this Saturday\, January 17th from 10:00am – 12:00pm.  \nWe will meet at the fire lane access on Cedar Hill Road just before 10am and continue working at the fenced restoration site along Whittaker trail (there are quite a few parking spots available at this site). \nWe will continue to remove Broom and Blackberry regrowth\, as well as control the invasive grasses and forbs that have moved into the site.\nPlease wear clothes suitable for the weather and ensure you have steady footwear and a water bottle. \nThere will be gloves and tools available but you are welcome to bring your own gloves and pruners if you have them. \nSaanich Parks Pulling Together Webpage
URL:https://pkols-mountdouglas.ca/wp/event/pulling-together-restoration-work-party-jan-17/
LOCATION:Whittaker Restoration Site (Access off Cedar Hill Rd)\, 48°29'15.9"N 123°20'26.2"W\, Saanich\, BC\, V8N 5L8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Restoration Work Party
ORGANIZER;CN="Pulling%20Together%20%28Saanich%20Parks%29":MAILTO:stewardship@saanich.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260124T100000
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SUMMARY:Pulling Together Restoration Work Party
DESCRIPTION:There will be a Pulling Together restoration work party in PKOLS (Mount Douglas Park) this Saturday\, January 17th from 10:00am – 12:00pm.  \nWe will meet at the fire lane access on Cedar Hill Road just before 10am and continue working at the fenced restoration site along Whittaker trail (there are quite a few parking spots available at this site). \nWe will continue to remove Broom and Blackberry regrowth\, as well as control the invasive grasses and forbs that have moved into the site.\nPlease wear clothes suitable for the weather and ensure you have steady footwear and a water bottle. \nThere will be gloves and tools available but you are welcome to bring your own gloves and pruners if you have them. \nSaanich Parks Pulling Together Webpage
URL:https://pkols-mountdouglas.ca/wp/event/pulling-together-restoration-work-party-jan-24/
LOCATION:Whittaker Restoration Site (Access off Cedar Hill Rd)\, 48°29'15.9"N 123°20'26.2"W\, Saanich\, BC\, V8N 5L8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Restoration Work Party
ORGANIZER;CN="Pulling%20Together%20%28Saanich%20Parks%29":MAILTO:stewardship@saanich.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260131T100000
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SUMMARY:Pulling Together Restoration Work Party
DESCRIPTION:There will be a Pulling Together restoration work party in PKOLS (Mount Douglas Park) this Saturday\, January 17th from 10:00am – 12:00pm.  \nWe will meet at the fire lane access on Cedar Hill Road just before 10am and continue working at the fenced restoration site along Whittaker trail (there are quite a few parking spots available at this site). \nWe will continue to remove Broom and Blackberry regrowth\, as well as control the invasive grasses and forbs that have moved into the site.\nPlease wear clothes suitable for the weather and ensure you have steady footwear and a water bottle. \nThere will be gloves and tools available but you are welcome to bring your own gloves and pruners if you have them. \nSaanich Parks Pulling Together Webpage
URL:https://pkols-mountdouglas.ca/wp/event/pulling-together-restoration-work-party-jan-31/
LOCATION:Whittaker Restoration Site (Access off Cedar Hill Rd)\, 48°29'15.9"N 123°20'26.2"W\, Saanich\, BC\, V8N 5L8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Restoration Work Party
ORGANIZER;CN="Pulling%20Together%20%28Saanich%20Parks%29":MAILTO:stewardship@saanich.ca
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