Mayne Island Stewardship Pledge

I/We, _________________________________________ at ___________________________ agree to be Ecological Stewards of our land.

(landholder[s]) (property address)

I/We pledge to do the following (check all that apply):

___ Protect and nurture native ecosystems and native plants like Garry oak, fawn lilies, and camas, etc.

___ Remove invasive species such as Scotch broom, daphne, gorse, and English ivy, etc.

___ Conserve water by practicing efficient irrigation, using drought tolerant plants, and/or collecting rainwater.

___ Allow logs, branches, and leaves to decay where they fall to form soil-building mulch, retain moisture, and provide habitat for wildlife

___ Be sensitive to excessive fire load on our property

___ Compost suitable food waste and garden clippings

___ Eliminate the use of chemical and synthetic fertilizers or pesticides

___ Dispose of oil and other toxic substances properly

___ Talk with neighbours, friends, and other community members about the need to protect endangered species and natural habitats

The Mayne Island Conservancy Society (MICS) agrees to assist the landholder(s) by providing information on naturescaping, plant and animal identification, organic land practices, and ecological stewardship issues.

*This stewardship pledge is for one year until ________________, at which time MICS will contact the landholder(s) about renewing for another year.

_____________________________________________________Landholder Signature Date	______________________________________________________ Landholder Signature Date
_____________________________________________________ Mayne Island Conservancy Signature Date The Mayne Island Conservancy Society works with the community to preserve the ecological integrity of Mayne Island for future generations.

Mailing address: MICS, Box 31, Mayne Island, BC VON 2J0; E-mail: info@conservancyonmayne.com