Volunteer Spotlight – December 2019
…for four years with ReForest London. The person that first inspired me to love nature was Mrs. McCaw, my senior kindergarten teacher here in London. The first tree I planted…
…for four years with ReForest London. The person that first inspired me to love nature was Mrs. McCaw, my senior kindergarten teacher here in London. The first tree I planted…
Names: Jessica & AJ Van Koeverden Volunteers Since: April 2018 Roles: Community Liaisons, Tree Planters, Special Events Committee Member (Jess) & Hike Leader (Jess) About Jess & A.J.: The Forest…
Project type: Neighbourhood Re-Leaf Year: 2019 Season: Fall What an exciting afternoon we had! Our first Tree Depot of the fall season kicked off at the new Fanshawe College South Campus…
…Wildlife Fund Renewi Old South Community Organization Stihl Canada Life, lead sponsor of ReForest London since 2009 We have loved seeing the community’s commitment, involvement and enthusiasm for trees at…
…University College at Western University. I have been in London for 3 years. When it was the first time I came here in 2012, I was surprised how green London…
…various species in Paul Haggis Park, London, Ontario. Not only did we get to spend time outdoors on a beautiful sunny day but we were also educated in the process…
…interpretation for non-English speaking individuals. Responsibilities & Time Commitment Help translate and proofread ReForest London materials into specified language Attend events to help with interpretation for non-English speaking individuals Time…
…may also want to check out our Tree Teacher and Community Liaison roles. To Apply Please fill out our volunteer application form and indicate “Storyteller” as an area of interest….
Name: Christine Strupat Volunteer Since: Spring 2013 Volunteered As: GIS Assistant, Neighbourhood Tree Captain, Community Liaison, Tree Planter Autobiography: My passion for the environment was sparked at a young age…
Project type: Park Naturalization Year: 2015 Season: Fall This planting in White Oaks Park took place at the north end of the Marr Drain–or, as it is better known, White…
…is to turn a hose on very low and leave it at the base of the tree for 30-60 minutes, or use a soaker hose coiled around the “drip line”…
…may infect a tree when it is already vulnerable and weak. The deterioration starts at the foliage and makes its way down twigs, then branches and eventually the trunk. Common…