Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM · 3 rsvps
Blain Farm in Wardsville, ON, CanadaVolunteer Opportunity: Livestaking at Blain Farm
Help us restore Blain Farm!On March 25th TTLT will be doing a second round of livestaking at Blain Farm! We invite volunteers to join us on this adventure to enhance the constructed wetlands.
What is livestaking?
Livestaking is a bioengineering technique intended to increase woody vegetation along the edges of wetlands, creeks, and rivers. This is done by taking cuttings of specific tree and shrub species, like Dogwood, in late winter and inserting the "live stakes" into the soil. With proper species selection and adequate moisture, these live stakes will take root and mature into beautiful trees and shrubs.
Why choose livestaking?
Livestaking is simple and inexpensive with moderate to high success rates. Often live stakes can be collected from the surrounding area, minimizing or eliminating the need to purchase materials. While rooted plants often establish quicker than live stakes, the effects of animal browsing and plant mortality are less impactful due to lower initial costs. Additionally, woody plants rooted from cuttings tend to mature and produce seeds earlier than individuals started from seed.
What to expect:
The event will consist of some live stake collection with the majority of time spent on installation. Live stake installation will be concentrated around the constructed wetlands in the farm field. TTLT staff will provide training on species selection, identification, collection processes, and installation techniques.
Wednesday, April 02, 2025 at 12:00 PM · 5 rsvps
Five Points Forest - Ross's Woods in Ingersoll, ON, CanadaVolunteer Opportunity: Boundary Signs at Ross's Woods
Come join us for a rewarding volunteer day at Ross's Woods! We’ll be installing boundary signs around this beautiful natural area. The site is very wet, a good walk into the Five Points Forest Complex, and mostly without trails—so be ready for a bit of an adventure! Waterproof footwear is recommended!We’ll provide the tools, and you bring your energy and strength. Can’t wait to see you there!
Thursday, April 03, 2025 at 06:30 PM · 8 rsvps
Westminster Ponds Centre in London, ON, CanadaVolunteer Training: Tree ID
How well do you know the trees in your neighbourhood? If you're unsure, this may be the event for you! These tree-mendous beauties grow all across the Forest City. Whether you're walking along a city street or visiting a TTLT nature reserve, trees are sure to be found. Come out to learn tips and tricks on how to get on a first-name basis with your local tree species!What to Expect:
This 1.5-hour session for volunteers will be split into two parts:
1) A short presentation indoors
2) A hike outside around Westminster Ponds.
Volunteers will be introduced to basic tree biology, important characteristics for identification, dichotomous keys, online resources, and common tree species found in London. The outdoor component will most likely be focused on winter tree ID techniques, depending on the progression of spring. A resource list will be provided as a follow-up email after the event.
Please note: Only those who are signed up for our email list will automatically receive the follow-up email (you can unsubscribe at any time). Otherwise, the resource list can be sent to individuals who reach out directly.
RSVP today for this skills building opportunity on tree identification!
Photo by Dave Wake
Saturday, April 05, 2025 at 09:00 AM
Western Fair District Agriplex in London, ON, CanadaVolunteer Opportunity: Hope in the Land Expo - Booth
TTLT has a booth at Hope in the Land Expo (previously Go Wild, Grow Wild) and we are looking for volunteers to engage with the public about native plants, land protection, and all things TTLT. While you're there make sure to enjoy the event and experience native plant sales, storytelling, kids activities, hands-on workshops, wildlife shows, presentations, other exhibitor booths, and MORE.Join a community of people growing and embedding HOPE in the land through the following themes:
- Heal the Land
- On the Land Encounters
- Plants of The Land
- Embrace Each Other
Sign-up for a TTLT booth shift at this event here.
Monday, April 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM · 6 rsvps
Lakeview Wetlands in Rodney, ON, CanadaVolunteer Opportunity: Boundary Signs at Lakeview Wetlands
Come join us for a fun and rewarding volunteer day at Lakeview Wetlands! We’ll be installing boundary signs to help protect this beautiful natural area. The terrain is very wet, thorny, and without any trails—so be ready for a bit of an adventure! Rubber boots are a must!It’s a fantastic chance to enjoy the outdoors, get your hands a little dirty, and help out a local habitat. We’ll provide the tools, and you bring your energy and strength. Can’t wait to see you there!
This event was originally scheduled for Thursday, February 13th but has been postponed to Monday, April 14th.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM · 3 rsvps
Five Points Forest - Ridgeview Wetlands in Putnam, ON, CanadaVolunteer Opportunity: Boundary Signs at Ridgeview Wetlands
Come join us for a rewarding volunteer day at Ridgeview Wetlands! We’ll be installing boundary signs to help protect this beautiful natural area. The site is very wet, a good walk into the Five Points Forest Complex, and mostly without trails—so be ready for a bit of an adventure! Rubber boots are a must!We’ll provide the tools, and you bring your energy and strength. Can’t wait to see you there!
This event was originally scheduled for February 27th but has been postponed to April 16th.
Photo by Cathy Quinlan
Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM · 3 rsvps
Westminster Ponds Centre in London, ON, CanadaPassport to Nature 2025: Birds of Spring (Beginner)
With Quinten Wiegersma at Westminster Ponds Centre (London, ON)Are you curious about birds and want to learn how to spot them? Join Quinten Wiegersma, birding enthusiast, for a beginner session on birding. This family-friendly morning adventure will take you through the varied landscape at Westminster Ponds Centre while we learn to look and listen for our feathered friends. Put your ears and eyes to the test! This event is for those with little-to-no birding experience, but all are welcome to join.
Registration is required and spaces are limited. Event may be subject to change or postponement due to unforeseen circumstances.
Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM through March 21, 2026
Volunteer Opportunity: Passport to Nature Event Support
TTLT's Passport to Nature program is an incredible opportunity for everyone to explore and connect with nature, including event volunteers. We rely on the invaluable support of volunteers to help make every experience safe and enjoyable for everyone. Experience a variety of nature topics and activities alongside participants while exploring and getting to know TTLT nature reserves on a deeper level. Main responsibilities include: welcoming participants and introducing TTLT and the Passport to Nature program (provided in writing), signing participants in and having them sign the event waiver/photo permission form, taking photos throughout the event, and making sure no one gets left behind.
If you're interested in joining the Passport to Nature event support crew, please sign up here to support one or more events: https://signup.com/go/kMdcnzW
Carpooling options will be made available where possible if you would like to volunteer but do not have access to a vehicle. Please let us know at the earliest convenience.
Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Citi Plaza in London, ON, CanadaVolunteer Opportunity: EarthFest Booth Support
We are excited to be at EarthFest again this year! We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers that want to be involved in engaging with the London community about TTLT's mission and work. There are multiple shifts throughout the day, so you will be able to engage the community and experience all the other amazing things EarthFest has to offer. We will be alongside many of London's environmentally-focused businesses and organizations to celebrate Earth Day (April 22).Interested in volunteering? Please sign-up here!
EarthFest aims to promote awareness on environmental issues and provide a space for the London community to get involved in environmental action. Last year saw approximately 3,000 people through the doors. You can find more information at https://earthfestlondon.ca/.