Issue 5
| May 2024
May is Invasive Species Action Month May is Invasive Species Action Month in British Columbia, where local agencies raise awareness of invasive species and try to encourage the public to adopt proactive mitigation strategies. Invasive plants are pests; they impact our environment, our economy and our communities by outcompeting native vegetation and reducing agricultural forage yields and hay quality. Invasive plants are costly to eradicate and can also pose public health risks due to toxic properties and allergens. The Peace River Regional District is calling on the public to learn about the Top Ten Invaders in the region, and to help control the spread of invasive plants by taking these simple steps: •
Avoid purchasing, growing or trading unknown invasive plants
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Ask for a seed analysis report before purchase to verify seed information
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Clip off flowers, seedpods and berries of known invasive plants to prevent reproduction
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Read the label on wildflower seed mixes before purchase to check location compatibility
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Avoid picking plants along roadsides, gravel pits or other disturbed areas
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Clean recreation vehicles before and after entering in a new area
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Do not compost invasive plants with seeds
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Properly dispose of invasive plants and hanging basket waste by placing in your curbside garbage, or bring to a participating PRRD landfill or transfer station for free in clear bags
PRRD bringing back popular Grant Writing events for non-profit community groups The Peace River Regional District has once again partnered with Clear Course Consulting to bring back the popular, and FREE, Grant Writing Information Sessions and Workshops in June. All non-profit community groups in the region are encouraged to register for an event to learn more about grant writing and how to write a successful grant proposal. There are two 1.5-hour information sessions for basics and two 3-hour workshops for more high-level topics, like how to build a budget and understanding proposal guidelines. To learn more about the program or to register for an event, scan the QR code or call 250-784-3200.
Blackfoot Regional Park open for the season, PRRD looking for input on future development A popular overnight camping destination is open for the season! Blackfoot Regional Park, located 75 kilometres east of Fort St. John and 51 kilometres east of Dawson Creek, welcomed its first visitors on May 15. The park boasts scenic views of the mighty Peace River, and contains unique forest landscapes and diverse wildlife ecology. The PRRD carried out a survey of park users in 2018 for input on what they wanted to see for future park development, and from that feedback several upgrades were implemented. This includes a seasonal camp attendant/caretaker position, more camp sites (group sites and power), an online reservation system and upgraded site signage. The Regional District is once again looking for feedback on future development at the park. A user survey is open from May 15 to July 15, 2024, and all residents are encouraged to take five minutes to complete the online survey by scanning the QR code! If you need assistance completing the survey please contact community.services@prrd.bc.ca, 250-784-3200. To learn more about Regional Parks or to make a reservation at Blackfoot, please visit prrd.bc.ca/services/parks-recreation.
Join the Discussion
June 20, 2024 10am | Facebook Live, Dawson Creek
Engage in the active consultations happening in the Peace River Regional District.
July 18, 2024 10am | Facebook Live, Fort St. John To view board and committee meeting dates and agendas, visit: prrd.bc.ca/agendas-minutes/
Peace River Regional District Official Page
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