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June 30, 2021

Hello Park Ambassadors, Members, and Friends!

In this newsletter you'll find:
  • Volunteer Celebrations
  • DRBIPA Pollinator Garden
  • FAQ: We have a bog in Langley?
  • Upcoming Guided Nature Walks
  • DRBIPA Recommends!
Volunteer Celebrations
Huge thanks go out to all the volunteers who worked to combat the spread of invasive scotch broom at Derby Reach this June. We spent time clipping back plants before the seeds could spread. Did you know that one scotch broom plant can have up to 10,000 seeds!? This plant increases the risk of high-intensity wildfire because it contains high amounts of oils. These fast-growing shrubs quickly crowd out native plants and offer very little to local wildlife. Scotch broom creates dense, impenetrable thickets that negatively impact woodlands, watersheds, and our other sensitive ecosystems. 

Thank you, Volunteers, for everything you do to get involved in our parks for environmental conservation!
DRBIPA Pollinator Garden
Do you want to get involved with our DRBIPA Pollinator Garden project this fall? Be sure to sign up as a Park Ambassador or reply to this email to let us know you want to join our volunteer team! We will be creating a raised garden bed near the Derby Reach Heritage Area and planting a mixture of native flowering plants that our local pollinators love. The garden will offer reprieve to our local pollinators while also offering the heritage orchard apple trees some extra pollinator power.

Dwindling bee populations are leading to lower crop yields across BC and the rest of Canada. You probably know we need bees but did you know they pollinate 1 in 3 bites of food we eat? They are crucial for our natural ecosystems. Pollinators need support right now and we can help! Creating a flower patch of any size can provide valuable habitat for pollinators like hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. 


We are looking for community volunteers to support this project by being there to setup and plant the garden - this will be a one-day event in mid-October of this year. We are also looking for a few long-term volunteers to join the pollinator garden monitoring and maintenance team - this will be an ongoing project involving upkeep and care of the garden. Please let us know if you want to get involved and what interests you most!

This project would not be possible without Pacific Parklands Foundation - supplies, tools, and materials are being funded by a George Ross Legacy Stewardship Program Grant. 
FAQ: We Have a Bog in Langley?
At DRBIPA, when we talk about the Langley Bog at local events, online, and with our loved ones, we commonly get asked "What, there is a bog in Langley!?" The answer is YES and it is in a protected area at Derby Reach Regional Park. Bogs are wetlands that offer an array of ecological benefits, such as flood protection, drought mitigation, water filtration, and carbon sequestration.

The bog can be enjoyed from the Viewing Platform along the west side of the Houston Trail. Thanks to a group of dedicated DRBIPA Volunteers, headed by Langley Field-Naturalist Anne Gosse, and support from Metro Vancouver Regional Parks, Pacific Parklands Foundation, and Rotary Club of Langley, the Viewing Platform was built in early 2017. Ensuring everyone can appreciate the sights and sounds from the edge of the bog and experience its unique ecosystem. Plus, our new sign was just installed, offering visitors a chance to learn about our local bog. 
Guided Nature Walks
Thursday, July 22nd | 7 PM 
River Walk & Talk - Fish Community & Habitat Issues: Derby Reach & Beyond.
Find full details and registration HERE.


Saturday, July 10 | 10 AM
Members Only Bog Walk. If you are a DRBIPA Member or Park Ambassador and missed getting the registration details for this walk, and want to attend, please email us! (There are 3 spots available for this DRBIPA Members-Only guided nature walk in the bog). 
DRBIPA Recommends!
Article: B.C. may be doing some things right when it comes to protecting the environment, but not enough to receive top marks, says a new environmental report card. Read the full Vancouver Sun article HERE
 
Webinar: Gardening for Pollinators - Join the Canadian Wildlife Federation as they take a look at Canada’s seven kinds of pollinators in this recorded webinar
 
Resources: The Bee Conservancy’s Kids and Classroom Resources and Beekeeping Workshops and Courses have been developed by experts to educate, inspire, and empower individuals to pursue their passion for bees and the environment.
 
Community: Fort Langley residents make final pitch to save only outdoor pool. Find more information from News 1130 HERE
Try the DRBIPA App
Android users can download the DRBIPA app on Google Play! We invite you to give it a try and share it with your friends. Stay tuned iOS users, it will also soon be available on the App Store, too - we'll keep you posted or you can try downloading it now. 

Download it HERE on Google Play from your smartphone or tablet now and let us know what you think about our nature app. We'd love your feedback! Simply reply to this email to connect with us anytime. 

In partnership with Pacific Parklands Foundation, we were able to develop this app for Derby Reach Brae Island Parks Association as a way for anyone to keep up with our educational nature videos, participate in online activities, check out our guided nature walk highlights, plus more. 
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DRBIPA c/o Metro Vancouver Regional Parks East Area Office
1558 - 200th Street  Langley, BC  V2Z 1W5

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