Species at Risk

Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites of Canada and Garry Oak Ecosystems

How Can I help?

• Visit Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites and Gulf Islands National Park Reserve to learn more about the Garry oak ecosystems.
   
• Be proactive! Volunteer for the research and monitoring programs at these sites.
   
• Plant and nurture Garry oak seedlings and protect existing Garry oak trees.
   
• Remove invasive species, such as English ivy, Scotch broom, gorse and daphne.
   
• Support land conservancies that are acquiring lands for protection.
   
• Sign a conservation agreement with a land trust so your property is protected forever.
   
• Plant nursery-grown native plants in your yard.
   
• Support initiatives by local governments to protect Garry oak ecosystems from development.
   
• Become an active supporter of conservation organizations.

Related Links

To learn more about Garry oak ecosystems, visit these Web sites:

• Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Site of Canada
• Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site of Canada
• Gulf Islands National Park Reserve
• Garry Oak Ecosystems Recovery Team
• Garry Oak Meadow Preservation Society