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2021, DF&WT, Grassland Set-aside, Report, Species-at-Risk, Study

Multi-year (2019 – 2021) analysis of Species-at-risk Surveys of Grassland Set-asides

Morgan Powell
April 21, 2021

1995, Ducks Unlimited Canada, Study, Waterfowl, Winter Cover Crop

Further Investigation into Field Grazing by Wigeon in Delta, British Columbia

Morgan Powell
December 4, 2020

1992, Ducks Unlimited Canada, Report, Study, Waterfowl, Winter Cover Crop

An Investigation into Field Grazing by Wigeon in Delta, British Columbia

Morgan Powell
December 4, 2020

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205 - 4882 Delta Street
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Hi! My name is Patricia, and I am DF&WT’s new Ju

Hi! My name is Patricia, and I am DF&WT’s new Junior Field Technician.

I recently graduated with my Bachelor of Science from Simon Fraser University. Throughout my undergrad I have always had a passion for field work, and an interest in working with wildlife. This summer I conducted field work and monitoring on farms around Metro Vancouver, where I was able to learn more about farmland in Delta.
I am excited to take on this new challenge with DF&WT!

You may see me out in the fields watching for birds or measuring vegetation.

Cover crops doing their job to cover and protect t

Cover crops doing their job to cover and protect the soil during these wet windy months.

Celebrating on farm stewardship today with @carlaq

Celebrating on farm stewardship today with @carlaqualtroughdelta announcing a new 4 year Priority Places funding agreement between Environment and Climate Change Canada and DFWT.

This new funding will support farmers in incorporating short-term grassland habitat into crop rotations. These habitats mimic natural landscapes that were once present in Delta. Grassland set-asides offer essential habitat for at risk Barn Owls, Short-eared Owls, Great Blue Herons and Barn Swallows. All of which call farmland in Delta home.

Long-term partnerships are imperative for generating significant conservation results. We are so pleased to work with ECCC over the next four years to continue to support these key species.

It was a pleasure to have @ian_paton_delta and @mayorofdelta attend the event, in addition to 8 year old Chase who was Mayor for the Day today and who stole the show.

An enormous thank you to @emmaleafarms for hosting the event at your beautiful farm.

Curious about which birds use Delta's Grassland Se

Curious about which birds use Delta's Grassland Set-Asides in the springtime? Connor (Research and Field Technician) shares his insight on the birds he enjoyed watching during his spring breeding bird survey in this week's Nature Notes Column in the @deltaoptimist. Link in our Bio.

Through the Grassland Set-Aside program, we partner with farmers across Delta to provide 4-500 acres of unharvested grasslands throughout the year. These acres resemble the natural habitat that would have been present in this region prior to settlement. Set-asides provide essential habitat to support an abundance of important resident and migratory species, several of whom are at risk. We were thrilled to see the diversity of birds using these spaces in the spring. You can find the full report on our website under resources/research library.

Come join our team! We're searching for someone

Come join our team!

We're searching for someone who:
- is passionate about stewardship,
- is detail oriented with a knack for turning research data into accessible content,
- enjoys working solo in the field (often in muddy conditions and rainy weather)
-loves Delta's unique landscapes and the beautiful farms found within it.

Click the link in our bio or visit our website to see the full job description.

Fall is an amazing season for walkers, hikers, cyc

Fall is an amazing season for walkers, hikers, cyclists, birders and other outdoor enthusiasts. It’s a great time to get out on the dykes and back roads. While you are out enjoying the changing season please remember that hunters are also out both on land and along the marshes. Hunting is legal in many parts of Delta and on agricultural fields with the permission of the land owner and seasons for pheasants, ducks and geese are open as of October 8th. Bird hunting is allowed 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

During hunting season, it’s best to be safe and be seen. Here are a few tips to keep your outdoor activities safe.
Be aware that hunting is or could be taking place.
Avoid dawn and dusk and times when visibility is limited
Wearing “hunter” orange is always a good idea.
Keep your pet on a leash.
Stick to established trails and public roads.

Though the Snow Geese certainly make their presenc

Though the Snow Geese certainly make their presence known when they're around, these newly installed acoustic devices will help us systematically track their movements between farmland and the foreshore marsh - providing new local data on this important species.

Laptop closed and out to the field we go! Yesterda

Laptop closed and out to the field we go! Yesterday was a beautiful day for a field tour.

Hedgerows, grass margins, newly planted cover crops, established cover crops and several floral strips - all planted for the purpose of supporting local and migratory wildlife and protecting soil.

Thank you to @cropthornefarm and @emmaleafarms for showcasing these regenerative practices and discussing why they are important to your operations. 🐝

#regenerativeagriculture #bcfarms #farmingbc #deltabc #westhamisland #farmconservation #stewardship #onfarmstewardship #farmstewardship #farmbc #soilhealth #covercrops

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