Blackberry Removal & Cordage Making at Mid Ravine

Join Still Moon for an afternoon of digging up Himalayan blackberry that is encroaching on native plantings. We will learn how to identify, remove, and use blackberry to make cordage. Blackberry cordage makes excellent twine for the garden, can be used to make net bags, or makes a great cat toy!

Still Moon will provide gloves, tools, and light snacks for the day—just bring yourself!

• Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
• Time: 12:30 - 3:30 PM
• Location: Renfrew Ravine Park, near the 27th Avenue Crossing. Meet at the Renfrew Ravine Labyrinth, located on the east side of the park at 27th Ave (). If you arrive late, look for us on the northwest side of 27th Avenue Crossing ().
• Age: This event is suitable for ages 10+.
• Be Prepared: We will be working on and near slightly steep slopes. Please wear sturdy closed-toe footwear (hiking boots, trail runners, or rubber boots with good traction). Photos and/or videos will be taken to document the event for Still Moon Arts Society’s archival and promotional purposes. You will be asked for consent at the beginning of the event and your choice does not impact your ability to participate fully in the experience.
• Please Bring: A full bottle of drinking water
• Food & Drink: We will provide light snacks, fruit snacks and granola bars, as well as some beverages, such as tea and bubblys. Please bring a water to stay hydrated!
• Photos and/or vdeos may be taken to document the event for Still Moon Arts Society’s archival and promotional purposes, and reporting to funders. You will be asked for consent at the beginning of the event and your choice does not impact your ability to participate fully in the experience.

• Renfrew Ravine Park is located at 3900 Renfrew St, Vancouver, BC V5M 2Y2()
• 29th Avenue Station is a 5 minute walk from the meeting location
• Limited free car parking is available at the meet-up location.
• We recommend walking, taking the bus, riding your bike, or carpooling when possible.

• This site has both flat and sloped areas, and is accessed by a flat path, there is something for everyone to do here! If you need help getting to the site, or have other questions about accessibility, please email [email protected].
• There washrooms available at Slocan park, about a 7 minute walk from where we will be working.

Still Moon Arts' Stewardship programming takes place on the unceded territories of Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations.

Still Moon Arts Society mobilizes community and creates positive change through eco-arts and environmental stewardship programming, and produces the annual Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival. Still Moon is a registered charity whose mission is to inspire vibrant and connected communities by creating artistic experiences and nurturing a passion for nature.

We gratefully acknowledge the support of Environment Canada, the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation, the Watershed Security Fund, the Province of British Columbia, the Vancouver Park Board and the many other supporters, donors, and volunteers who make our stewardship events possible.

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