Restoration: Volunteers plant 250 trees & shrubs at Kerry Wood Nature Centre

“Every tree and shrub planted represents an investment in Red Deer’s future, and it’s inspiring to see firsthand how individual actions can add up to a meaningful impact. We’re proud to work alongside the Waskasoo Environmental Education Society and are grateful to all the volunteers who helped make Saturday’s event possible.”

Todd Nivens, executive director, Waskasoo Environmental Education Society, says given Red Deer’s natural environment is very unique, the project is of significant importance.

“Kerry Wood Nature Centre staff – supported by City of Red Deer Parks staff, and staff from the TD Branch that neighbours the sanctuary – are building out a wildlife corridor adjacent to the road that serves the Nature Centre and the community beyond,” he explains.

“This corridor, comprised of native shrubs, several species of willow, poplar, larch, and white spruce, provides cover and food for wildlife as animals move from the riverbanks into the Sanctuary. The funding from TD through the TD Tree Days program ensures that this project has the plant stock, volunteers, and long-term care that are essential to its success.

Nivens adds that the benefits to wildlife and the forests they depend on will be seen and felt for generations. He also explained that the project could take several years, with new plots being filled in as the years go on, depending on how well the previously planted plots have done in their initial years.

TD has planted 590,000 trees through its Tree Day event since 2010.

by Josh Hall

Restoration: Volunteers plant 250 trees & shrubs at Kerry Wood Nature Centre

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