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HAT, the City of Colwood, Friends of Havenwood Park and the Greater Victoria Green Team are partnering to restore Havenwood Park, which hosts a number of at-risk species and ecosystems, including Garry oak mossy rock outcrops and the rare propertius duskywing butterfly.

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The volunteer group is asked to meet at the trail entrance off Veterans Memorial Parkway shortly before 10 a.m. for a quick safety lesson. The session is expected to last until abut 2:30 p.m. and lunch, tools and training are provided.

katie@goldstreamgazette.com