Conservation Toolkit
Guides & Tools for Nature Lovers
Explore a curated collection of guides, tools, and educational materials at Friends of Glasgow Estuary. Designed to empower our community and enhance our efforts in environmental stewardship, this hub connects you with the knowledge you need to help protect and understand the natural beauty of Greene Point and its surroundings.
Streamkeeper Handbook
A guide for volunteers engaged in stream and watershed stewardship. Covers various aspects of stream habitat protection and restoration, providing essential information for effective community involvement.
Provides tools and data to support marine spatial planning and conservation in British Columbia. It's a vital resource for understanding marine ecosystems and developing protection strategies.
iNaturalist
A community-driven platform that helps you identify plants and animals around you. Share your observations and contribute to a global database of biodiversity, aiding scientific research.
A global birding app that lets you record the birds you see, explore species data, and contribute to bird conservation efforts. It's an excellent tool for bird enthusiasts and researchers alike.
Marine Debris Tracker
An app that enables you to log plastic waste and marine debris found in waterways. This data helps researchers and policymakers address pollution and create cleaner oceans.
This guide from the US Environmental Protection Agency offers detailed instructions on monitoring water quality in freshwater ecosystems. It's a valuable resource for volunteers and professionals working to protect water resources.
Guides & Tools
Species Observations
Explore the plants, birds, fungi, insects, fish, and shoreline life recorded across Glasgow Creek and its estuary. This growing catalogue begins with more than 400 community-science observations.
Learn about the stewardship practices of the Coastal First Nations that contribute to sustainable development and conservation in the Great Bear Rainforest.
Field Notes
Stories from six years of restoration work, wildlife encounters, cleanup days, seasonal change, and discoveries—built from field photographs, records, and community memory.
Watershed Mapping
Follow Glasgow Creek from its forested headwaters through tributaries, roads, habitat, and the estuary. Maps will identify sources and limitations while protecting sensitive locations.
Discover the unique ecosystem of the Great Bear Rainforest. Understand the importance of this region and find out how you can help in its conservation.
Restoration Record
A documented record of debris removal, invasive-species work, native planting, repeat photography, and what changed afterward.
Historical & Community Archive
Historical photographs, maps, oral histories, and local knowledge that help explain how the watershed and shoreline have changed. Sources and permissions will be recorded.
Get information on the natural parks of British Columbia, their flora and fauna, and opportunities for educational visits and volunteer activities.
Salmon Watch
Seasonal observations of salmon, creek depth, passage conditions, and spawning habitat. Field notes will be clearly separated from verified monitoring data.