McMaster University recognizes that the University and surrounding Hamilton area, including their nature spaces, are situated on traditional territories shared between the Haudenosaunee confederacy and Anishnaabe nations. These lands are protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum belt. The wampum uses the symbolism of a dish to represent the territory, and one spoon to represent that the people are to share the resources of the land and only take what they need.
The work will focus primarily on invasive plant removal (hand-pulling, weed wrenches, girdling), fence fixing, garbage cleanup, and general tasks as needed. There’s something for everyone, and we’re very flexible with each person’s tasks. We will provide all the equipment but feel free to bring your own gloves.
Location: Sheelah Dunn Dooley Nature Sanctuary
Email Jen at land@hamiltonnature.org for directions and parking.