Invasive European Green Crab Trapping
Join us and the Bilston Watershed Habitat Protection Association for our last two-day trapping event of the season for the invasive European green crab at Witty’s Lagoon! Day 1 involves baiting and setting traps (~1 hour), and Day 2 involves pulling the traps and processing species caught (~2 hours). This work will involve wading through the soft-bottom intertidal zone at low tide, and bending/crouching to set and pull traps.
In order to attend, participants must complete both Invasive Species Council of BC online training courses (free):
Email certificates of completion to chloe.kraemer@peninsulastreams.ca (only required once).
Where: Witty’s Lagoon at Cliff Drive Beach. Street parking is available along Cliff Dr or Olympic View Dr. We’ll meet at the trailhead on Olympic View Dr.
What to bring: Water, sturdy footwear, and layers for sun/wind/rain you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring waders if you have them, otherwise be advised that water levels will likely be higher than rain boots. All other tools provided. Please note there are no washrooms on site.