In partnership with WildSafeBC, the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) is sponsoring a workshop for residents interested in the proper use of electric fences to protect agricultural crops and livestock from wildlife predators.
"As the SCRD continues to advance its agricultural initiatives, such as an agricultural area plan and review of related policies and regulations, it's a good time to bring forth opportunities like this, in order to help inform local farmers and the agricultural community on safe and effective ways to protect their crops or livestock, " said SCRD planner Gregory Gebka.
Gillian Sanders, who started the Bear Smart Program in Kaslo, will be presenting a workshop on the safe and proper use of electric fencing this Monday, July 15, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Frank West Hall (1224 Chaster Rd.) in Elphinstone. The workshop is free of charge and open to all.
"WildSafeBC supports local food security initiatives conducted in an environmentally sensitive manner," said WildSafeBC community coordinator Kim Drescher. "A properly installed and maintained electric fence is the only known deterrent for keeping wildlife separate from crops or livestock. It is a proven, safe and effective measure to help advance the community's food production while helping maintain community safety."
WildSafeBC was developed by theBC Conservation Foundationand is a descendant of the popular and successfulBear Aware Program.
To register for the workshop, please contact [email protected] or call 604-885-6800 ext. 6476.
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