SIA Saskatoon Branch Event partner with the Meewasin Valley Authority
The SIA Saskatoon Branch is pleased to partner with the Meewasin Valley Authority again this year, events qualify as branch activities for Articling Milestones.
Activity Date: Wednesday May 20, 2026
Invasive Species Control @ Saskatoon Natural Grasslands
(4:30 – 6:30 PM)
Meeting @ Saskatoon Natural Grasslands
Meeting Point
Meet Katie, our Volunteer Coordinator, at the corner of Somers Rd. & Konihowski Rd. Here’s a link to a map of our meeting point.
About this event
European buckthorn is an aggressive invasive shrub that threatens local ecosystems by crowding out native plants. Join us in removing this species and supporting native prairie restoration. We’ll be using pruning loppers and handsaws—please wear long pants (jeans or synthetic fabrics recommended) and avoid loose clothing. Your time and effort will make a lasting impact on the health of our environment!
To ensure you have a great experience, there are a few things we’d like you to know:
- You must be registered to attend this event register here
Put SIA in the note section to ensure your registration can be verified for the articling milestone. - We will begin at 4:30 PM. and end at 6:30 PM. Please be on time as there is a bit of a walk out to the buckthorn, it is easier to go as a group!
- Upon arrival check in with Meewasin’s Volunteer Coordinator Katie!
- This is an outdoor experience – Please dress for the weather and be prepared to work outdoors. Things like warm clothes, a hat, gloves, proper footwear will make your experience more enjoyable. We’ve got the safety gloves, and all the rest of the equipment we’ll need for the day. This event is weather dependent and please note this event may be moved to a later date.
- Bring a full reusable water bottle to carry with you, there is no potable water at this event and hydration is key, but please note there are no washrooms on-site at this location
Volunteer Requirements
Volunteers ages 8 and up, both new and experienced, are encouraged to attend, no skills set required. We will provide the equipment you’ll need and orientation, however if you have your own pruners, clippers or loppers from home that you want to bring along please do!