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Alouette River Management Society

ARMS is an environmental non-profit organization committed to the protection & enhancement of the Alouette Watershed through stewardship & education.

The Alouette River Management Society (ARMS) is dedicated to proactively protecting and improving the Alouette Watershed and surrounding areas by creating a healthy environment connecting parks, trail systems, public centers and waterways. Volunteer supported, ARMS is involved in watershed inventory and monitoring, habitat restoration, public awareness and adopt-a-stream, liaising with all levels

of government and private land owners, and working towards the protection of aquatic habitat. ARMS offers environmental education programs including fieldtrips, classroom and habitat programs, and day camps. ARMS is currently advocating for a fish ladder over the Alouette Dam, connecting the river and lake after almost 90 years.

06/19/2026

🌿River Riddle: Can you guess me❓

I stand beside the river,
but I’m not a bridge.

I hold soil in place,
provide shade and shelter,
and help wildlife thrive.

Who am I? If you know, comment below 🧐

06/18/2026

Meet one of BC’s hidden native gems: Creeping Dogwood!

You may have walked right past this low-growing plant without noticing it 👀🌱

Creeping Dogwood (Cornus canadensis) is a native groundcover found in forests and natural areas throughout British Columbia. While it may be small, it plays an important role in supporting healthy ecosystems 🌎

🌱 Its dense growth helps protect soil and reduce erosion
🐦 Its bright red berries provide food for birds and wildlife
🌿 Its leaves and flowers support the biodiversity of forest habitats
💧 It helps contribute to the healthy, connected ecosystems that surround our waterways

Like many native plants, Creeping Dogwood has adapted to our local environment and helps create habitat for the many species that call the watershed home 🐸🦋🐦
Next time you’re exploring, take a closer look at the forest floor, there’s a whole world growing beneath your feet 💚

06/17/2026

ARMS staff have been out on the South Alouette River conducting aquatic invertebrate surveys as part of UBC’s Road Salt Project initiative 🔬 Aquatic invertebrates, such as mayflies, stoneflies, and caddisflies, are excellent indicators of stream health because different species respond differently to pollution and environmental stressors 🌿

By monitoring these small organisms, researchers can better understand how factors like road salt may impact freshwater ecosystems, water quality, and aquatic life within the watershed. These surveys help provide valuable long-term data that supports watershed research, conservation, and restoration efforts right here in our local waterways.

Sometimes the smallest creatures can tell us the biggest stories about ecosystem health 🔍

06/16/2026

You don’t have to be an expert to make a difference in the watershed 🌎

Through the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Adopt-a-Block programs, community members are helping keep local neighbourhoods, parks, and waterways clean and healthy, one small action at a time.

Picking up litter, protecting riparian edges, and learning about local streams all contribute to healthier salmon habitat and cleaner waterways. Small actions really do add up to big change across the Alouette watershed 🐟

Want to get involved? Join an Adopt-a-Block cleanup in your community and be part of the movement for a cleaner, healthier watershed!

06/15/2026

Last month, important habitat restoration work continued at Trethewey Channel, helping strengthen the riparian area for future salmon and wildlife habitat🌱

With the support of 5 dedicated volunteers, the team contributed 10 hours of hands-on restoration work, removing approximately 120 cubic feet of invasive blackberry, opening space for native vegetation to thrive.

In its place, roughly 50 native plants were installed, helping stabilize the bank, improve habitat complexity, and support long-term ecosystem health 💚

A special thank you to Alyon Nursery and Reclamation for generously donating the native plants that made this restoration possible. Community partnerships like this are essential to rebuilding healthy, resilient waterways.

06/14/2026

🐟 5,000 tiny salmon are getting ready for a BIG adventure!

This Father’s Day weekend, join ARMS at ALLCO Park to help release thousands of young Chinook fry into the Alouette River watershed as they begin their journey toward the Pacific Ocean 💚

This fun, family-friendly event is a great way to spend time outdoors, learn about local salmon conservation, and take part in a meaningful community tradition. Whether you’re coming with Dad, Grandpa, friends, or the whole family, everyone is welcome to help send these little fish on their way 🐟

📅 Sunday, June 21st
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 ALLCO Park (new location this year!)

💧 Hands-on fish release
🌿 Learn about salmon and the watershed
📸 Fun outdoor family activity

We hope to see you there!

06/13/2026

🎣 Family Fishing Day at ALLCO Fish Hatchery! 🎣

Join us for a fun-filled day outdoors at the ALLCO Fish Hatchery!

This family-friendly event is the perfect chance to connect with your community, explore the local watershed, and try your hand at fishing in a welcoming, supportive environment.

Young anglers will get hands-on guidance from Go Fish BC with the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC, learning beginner fishing skills and building confidence on the water. Whether it’s your first time holding a rod or you’re brushing up on the basics, this is a great opportunity to spark a lifelong appreciation for our local aquatic ecosystems.

There’s plenty more to enjoy throughout the day:
🐟 Hatchery tours and behind-the-scenes learning
🌭 Complimentary hot dog lunch hosted by the Maple Ridge Lions Club
🦄 Face painting by Seastar faces
🌿 A relaxed, community-filled atmosphere for all ages

📅 Saturday, July 11th
🕚 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
📍 Rivers Heritage Centre / ALLCO Fish Hatchery
💚 By donation, link below
⚠️ Registration is limited!

Bring the family, spend some time by the river, and make some summer memories. We hope to see you there!

Registration link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/allco-family-fishing-day

06/12/2026

🌿💪 Help Restore Habitat at Westview Park!

Join ARMS for a hands-on day of native planting and invasive blackberry removal along beautiful McKinney Creek. We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help restore important riparian habitat by planting native species and removing invasive Himalayan blackberry that crowds out local ecosystems.

This is a great opportunity to:
🌱 Get your hands dirty
🌊 Learn about streamside ecosystems
🐟 Help improve habitat for salmon and wildlife
🤝 Connect with community and spend time outdoors

📍 Westview Park / McKinney Creek
📅 Friday, June 19th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
RSVP: volunteersignup.org/QWWB3

No experience needed, just bring your energy, sturdy footwear, and a willingness to help make a difference 💚

06/11/2026

🦆 The 15th Annual Rotary Duck Race is back!

Join the race, with the purchase of a duck ticket, on Sunday, August 9th at Maple Ridge Park for a fun community event supporting local organizations.

ARMS is excited to be part of this event, with $8 from every $10 ticket sold coming directly back to support our conservation and stewardship work throughout the watershed 🌿💧

We still have tickets available and would love your support. Whether you purchase a ticket or help sell a booklet of tickets on behalf of ARMS, every ticket sold makes a difference.

For details on how to get your tickets, email [email protected]

06/10/2026

These little Chinook fry are getting ready to leave the hatchery and begin their incredible adventure, from the freshwater of the Alouette River watershed all the way to the Pacific Ocean 🌊

Next weekend, 5,000+ young salmon will be released into their natural habitat, and we need your help sending them off! 💚

Join ARMS this Father’s Day weekend for a hands-on salmon release where everyone is welcome to help these tiny travellers take their first steps toward the ocean.

📅 Sunday, June 21st
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 ALLCO Park (new location this year!)

🌿 Learn about salmon conservation
💧 Connect with your local watershed
🐟 Help release Chinook fry

Come be part of the journey - these little fish are counting on us!

Address

24959 Alouette Road
Maple Ridge, BC
V4R1R8

Telephone

+16044676401

Website

http://www.alouetteriver.org/

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