SIA Saskatoon Branch is proud to partner with Meewasin Valley Authority
June 24 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Wednesday June 24, 2026
Baby Breath @ Peterrson’s Ravine
4:30 – 6:30 PM
Meeting @ Crocus Prairie Parking Lot
Meeting Point
Meet Katie, our Volunteer Coordinatior at Crocus Prairie. Here’s a map of our meeting point.
About this event
Baby’s-breath is an invasive species that thrives in basic soil and full sunlight. Although it is a beautiful flower often used in decorative arrangements, once it invades land, it reduces native grasses and forage for wildlife. When the seeds mature, the plant breaks off and rolls like a tumbleweed, spreading thousands of seeds over long distances. We will supply shovels to help dig out the roots, which is important to do as deeply as possible to prevent Baby’s-breath from returning. Our efforts will focus on removing this invasive plant and helping to restore native vegetation in the area. Join us to work alongside our resource management team, who will share fascinating facts about the region.
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
- We will begin at 4:30 PM. and end at 6:30 PM. If you’ll be late, no worries! Just let us know! Even if you pull one bush of baby’s breath it will still make a huge difference!
- Upon arrival check in with Katie.
- This is an outdoor experience – Please dress for the weather and come prepared to be hiking outdoors. Things like a hat, sweater, windbreaker, sunscreen, and proper footwear will also make your experience more enjoyable. Long pants and covered ankles are a good idea in the long grass.
- Bring a full reusable water bottle to carry with you, there is no potable water at this event and hydration is key. Please note there are NO washroom facilities available on-site.
Volunteer Requirements
All volunteers, ages 8 and up, both new and experienced, are encouraged to attend, no skills set required. We will be using shovels to dig the extensive root system out of the ground – Meewasin will provide the work gloves, shovels and other equipment we’ll need for the day but feel free to bring your own tools.
Questions?
Email kwalls@meewasin.com or volunteer@meewasin.com or feel free to call our office Mon to Fri 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM at Tel.: 306-665-6887 cel: 306-291-3015
Note: This activity counts as a branch activity for articling milestones, check lists will be signed by the SIA office. Please fill in the information and send to info@sia.sk.ca for signatures.