ALLCO Hatchery Received A New Upgrade
Starting off the new year, the ALLCO Hatchery received an upgrade! We're thrilled to share that the ALLCO Hatchery recently received two new circular storage tanks. The previous tanks on-site…
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Beavers: Nature’s Ecosystem Engineers
Beavers: Nature’s Ecosystem Engineers
Beavers are remarkable creatures with a profound impact on the environments they call home. Known for their industrious dam-building, they’re often referred to as “ecosystem engineers,” shaping the landscape to…
Fins & Feathers Fall Hatchery Tour
Fins & Feathers Fall Hatchery Tour
Thank you to everyone who attended our Fins & Feathers - Fall Hatchery Tour! Anne from OWL Rehab taught us about all things related to raptors, it was amazing to…
Morse Creek Connections: Freshwater Initiative
Morse Creek Connections: Freshwater Initiative
Our Freshwater Initiatives Project has been a resounding success, bringing together community members, environmental organizations, and volunteers to restore and protect Morse Creek and its surrounding habitats. Through a variety…
Summer Camp Leaders Wanted for 2024!
Summer Camp Leaders Wanted for 2024!
The Alouette River Management Society is looking for… SUMMER CAMP LEADERS! Are you outgoing, enthusiastic & passionate? We are looking for you! Apply today! Where: ALLCO Park: 24959 Alouette Road Maple…
2024 Annual General Meeting – May 2nd
2024 Annual General Meeting – May 2nd
ARMS Annual General Meeting is on May 2 2024 hosted at the Maple Ridge Library – Fraser Room (2nd Floor). Sign in begins at 5:30pm, meeting starts at 6:00pm –…
Spring Break 2024 Eco-Camps
Spring Break 2024 Eco-Camps
The Alouette River Management Society is here to bring your child’s favorite games, hobbies, and outdoor activities to life. ARMS specializes in environmental education and is committed to redirecting children…
Geoff Clayton (Founding Member)
Geoff Clayton (Founding Member)
Pow. Eng in BC Hydro for 25 years One of the founding Directors of ARMS in 1993 Became President of ARMS 1995 Have served as President or Co-Chair since that…
Forest Explorers
Forest Explorers
Understand the importance of wildlife trees and nursery logs in our ecosystem. Participate in an impression activity to learn how to identify tracks of animals here in the Alouette Watershed,…
Buzzing with Bees
Buzzing with Bees
A Bugs Life (Spring only) Learn the importance of pollinators! Compare the lifecycle of a bee and a butterfly. View our live honeybee hive. Subject to availability, includes caterpillars for…
Allco Fish Hatchery Tours
Allco Fish Hatchery Tours
Identify the 5 Pacific salmon species found in the Alouette Watershed, their habitat needs and the stressors on salmon, learn the history of the hatchery operations and how it helps…
Junior Watershed Education Tour
Junior Watershed Education Tour
Purpose The primary objective is to increase the level of public awareness and stewardship in the Alouette Watershed and Maple Ridge area. It is ARMS goal to educate and empower…
Senior Watershed Education Tour
Senior Watershed Education Tour
This is a unique all day field trip for grades 3-7. Students learn hands on about the watershed, salmon life cycle, pollution, aquatic life, forest and stream ecology. Students participate…
Scales and Tales
Scales and Tales
Learn about a keystone species and how salmon fit into this complex Pacific ecosystem. Watch the salmon transition through a life cycle story. The types of Pacific Salmon and their…
Wild Water Cycle
Wild Water Cycle
Learn about the water cycle and how water moves through lakes, rivers, and creeks in the Alouette watershed. Analyze the effects of pollution on waterways through the use of an…
Butterfly Beauties
Butterfly Beauties
Uncover the importance of pollinators through the life cycle of a butterfly. Learn how to identify a variety of native butterfly species. Complete a craft to support pollinators with our…
Night Creatures
Night Creatures
Uncover the mysteries of nocturnal creatures wandering the night. Discover how these animals use their adaptations and tools to thrive in the dark. Observe a preserved Western Screech Owl and…
Summer Camps 2023
Summer Camps 2023
The Alouette River Management Society is here to bring your child’s favorite games, hobbies, and characters to life. ARMS specializes in environmental education and is committed to redirecting children back to nature…
A note from Past President/Co-Founder – Geoff Clayton
A note from Past President/Co-Founder – Geoff Clayton
This is a short talk by Past President of ARMS (Geoff Clayton) to recognize BC Corrections amazing forty-year contributions to DFO’s SEP program, ARMS, and their community at large in…
Letters from the President – 2022
Letters from the President – 2022
Letter to Minister Joyce Murray regarding support for the transition from open net pen fish farms from BC waters to land, 21 March 2022 Letter to BC Director of Water…
Alouette Reservoir and Alouette River Levels
Alouette Reservoir and Alouette River Levels
The Alouette Reservoir and River are monitored by BC Hydro and Environment Canada. BC Hydro monitors the elevation levels of the water in the reservoir. Environment Canada keeps track of…
2021 Activity Wrap Up
2021 Activity Wrap Up
Moving straight into 2022, we haven't had much time to reflect on our activities in 2021. We are excited to share a summary of everything the Alouette River Management Society…
Watecourse Warrior Challenge
Watecourse Warrior Challenge
Join us for the first Watercourse Warrior Challenge! The Alouette River Management Society and UBC’s Wild & Immersive are partnering up for a special celebration of Family Day and the…
240th Development Proposal Update
240th Development Proposal Update
240th Development Update: Fantastic News! On Friday September 17th, 2021, it was announced that the 26-home development project that passed through Maple Ridge Mayor and Council’s final approval in June…
Salmon Habitat Assessment & Education Project
Salmon Habitat Assessment & Education Project
Alouette Watershed Salmon Habitat Assessment & Education Project Thanks to the Pacific Salmon Foundation for providing $4425 to assist us in implementing our “Alouette Watershed Samonid Habitat Assessment & Education…
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Alouette River Management Society COVID-19 Program Protocols and Adjustments Updated July 8, 2021 ARMS Day Camps COVID-19 Health and Safety Implementation Manual - updated 8 July 2021 The below programming…
2021 Spring Break Camp Leaders Needed
2021 Spring Break Camp Leaders Needed
The Alouette River Management Society is looking for… SPRING BREAK CAMP LEADERS! Are you outgoing, enthusiastic & passionate? We are looking for you! Apply today! Where: ALLCO Park: 24959 Alouette…
Summer Camps 2020
Summer Camps 2020
The Alouette River Management Society is here to bring your child's favorite games, hobbies, and characters to life. ARMS specializes in environmental education and is committed to redirecting children back…
Build-a-Bird House
Build-a-Bird House
Streamkeepers Training Workshop – May 23 & 24 2020
Streamkeepers Training Workshop – May 23 & 24 2020
Are you interested in caring for streams and creeks? Would you like to learn how to map and monitor the health of these streams and creeks? Do you have local…
2020 Spring Break Camp Leaders Needed
2020 Spring Break Camp Leaders Needed
The Alouette River Management Society is looking for... SPRING BREAK CAMP LEADERS! Are you outgoing, enthusiastic & passionate? We are looking for you! Apply today! Where: Rivers Heritage Centre: 24959…
March 20, 2020 – Maple Ridge Park Clean Up
March 20, 2020 – Maple Ridge Park Clean Up
The Maple Ridge Adopt-a-Block Program is hosting a clean up event in Maple Ridge Park. Join us in keeping our community clean one park, stream, trail and block at a…
Bird, Bees & Butterflies – March 8th 2020
Bird, Bees & Butterflies – March 8th 2020
The Alouette Pollinator Project Presents Birds, Bees & Butterflies FREE Community Workshop March 8th 2020 11:00am - 1:00pm Rivers Heritage Center (24959 Alouette Road, Maple Ridge) ¨ Special presentation by Raptors…
Feb 28 2020 – Reg Franklin Park Clean Up
Feb 28 2020 – Reg Franklin Park Clean Up
The Maple Ridge Adopt-a-Block Program is hosting a clean up event in Reg Franklin Park. Join us in keeping our community clean one park, stream, trail and block at a…
Jan 31 2020 – Allco Park Clean Up
Jan 31 2020 – Allco Park Clean Up
The Maple Ridge Adopt-a-Block Program is hosting a clean up event in ALLCO Park! Join us in keeping our community clean one park, stream, trail and block at a time.…
2020 Spring Break Eco-Camps
2020 Spring Break Eco-Camps
Engineering in Nature! Description: Butterflies and solar power? Spiders and protective glass? Geckos and super climbing? Whales and wind turbines? The natural world is full of incredible engineering marvels enhanced…
Free Community Bee Workshop – June 22nd 2019
Free Community Bee Workshop – June 22nd 2019
Come prepared to get involved, ask questions & learn a lot! View open hives and inspect bees* Extract honey (if available) Understand varroa treatments Learn basic bee keeper tips &…
Free Community Bee Workshop – May 25th 2019
Free Community Bee Workshop – May 25th 2019
Come prepared to get involved, ask questions & learn a lot! View open hives and inspect bees* Learn general hive maintenance Swarm management/ splitting hives Understand varroa treatments Learn basic…
Father’s Day Fish Release 2019
Father’s Day Fish Release 2019
Father's Day Fish Release Sunday, June 16th 2019 11:00am - 1:00pm Maple Ridge Park Be apart of the Chinook's amazing journey! The Alouette River Management Society partners with ALLCO Fish…
3rd Annual Fundraiser Dinner Event
3rd Annual Fundraiser Dinner Event
Support us in our fundraising efforts for the Alouette River Management Society. $35 a ticket: Dinner Buffet & Beer, Door Prizes, Raffle, Silent Auction. 100% of proceeds go to the…
Up in ARMS: Proposed Development in South Alouette Flood Plain
Up in ARMS: Proposed Development in South Alouette Flood Plain
2 April, 2019 Dear Mayor and Council, Regarding the proposed development at 12555 240 Street, 12599 240 Street, 12516 240 Street, and 12511 241 Street, please be advised that ARMS…
2019 Home Show Sponsor
2019 Home Show Sponsor
The Alouette River Management Society is attending the 2019 Ridge Meadows Home Show with the financial support of AjM Disposal Services LTD! THANK YOU! The Alouette River Management Society is…
Feb 21 2019 – Reg Franklin Park Clean Up
Feb 21 2019 – Reg Franklin Park Clean Up
The Maple Ridge Adopt-a-Block Program is hosting a clean up event in Reg Franklin Park! Join us in keeping our community clean one park, stream, trail and block at a…
Owls, Wildlife & Endangered Species Workshop
Owls, Wildlife & Endangered Species Workshop
ARMS is hosting an educational workshop & fundraising event. 100% of all proceeds go to ARMS education programs Raptors Ridge Presentation featuring LIVE owls! Learn about food chains, ecosystems, &…
Jan 31 2019 – Allco Park Clean Up
Jan 31 2019 – Allco Park Clean Up
The Maple Ridge Adopt-a-Block Program is hosting a clean up event in Allco Park! Join us in keeping our community clean one park, stream, trail and block at a time.…
Volunteer Special Event Booth Attendant
Volunteer Special Event Booth Attendant
Volunteer Special Event Booth Attendant Needed! We are currently looking to engage a number of passionate, outgoing and enthusiastic volunteers who will involve local community in supporting ARMS mission and…
Volunteer Fundraising Assistant
Volunteer Fundraising Assistant
Volunteer Fundraising Assistant Needed! We are currently looking to engage a number of passionate, outgoing and enthusiastic volunteers who will involve local community and businesses in supporting ARMS mission and…
Volunteer Membership Assistant
Volunteer Membership Assistant
Volunteer Membership Assistant Needed! We are currently looking to engage creative, focused and enthusiastic volunteers who will involve local community and businesses in supporting ARMS mission and strategic goals. Membership is a…
Defend the Heart of the Fraser
Defend the Heart of the Fraser
On October 22 2018 ARMS sent a letter, Defend the Heart of the Fraser - Signed letter to Minister Wilkinson - 22 Oct 2018, to the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans…
2018 Candidate Questions from ARMS
2018 Candidate Questions from ARMS
2018 Mayor Candidate Answers Doug Blamey and Michael Morden did not respond to questions. Since there were only two respondents, both mayoral candidates’ answers are contained within each question in…
Community Bee Workshop – July 21
Community Bee Workshop – July 21
Canada Day Surprise Letter from Justin Trudeau
Canada Day Surprise Letter from Justin Trudeau
2018 Sponsors – Thank you!
2018 Sponsors – Thank you!
The Hancock Family - Coho Silver $1000 John Thomson - Pink Partners $440 Terry Conn - Pink Partners $336.50 Patagonia Vancouver - Chum Bronze $610 Patagonia/ Bahamas - Chinook Gold…
Community Bee Clinic – June 9th
Community Bee Clinic – June 9th
A day with “The Bee Lady” at the Alouette River Management Society June 9th 2018 (10:00am – 2:00pm) Come prepared to get involved and get your hands dirty: Prepare pollinator…
Community Bee Clinic
Community Bee Clinic
A day with "The Bee Lady" at the Alouette River Management Society May 26th 2018 (10:00am - 2:00pm) Come prepared to get involved and get your hands dirty:…
Summer Camps 2018
Summer Camps 2018
The Alouette River Management Society is here to bring your child’s favorite games, hobbies, and characters to life! ARMS specializes in environmental education and is committed to redirecting children back…
2018 Annual General Meeting
2018 Annual General Meeting
The Alouette River Management Society invites you to our 2018 Annual General Meeting on Thursday April 12th at 6:30pm located in the Maple Ridge Library (2nd floor Fraser Room). 2018…
ARMS 2nd Annual Fundraiser
ARMS 2nd Annual Fundraiser
Thursday May 17th 2018 ARMS 2nd Annual Fundraising Event, held at the Ranch Pub and Grill. Tickets are only $30 and includes a dinner buffet and one alcoholic or soft…
Habitat Workshop: Birdhouse Building
Habitat Workshop: Birdhouse Building
As part of Maple Ridge Earth Day lead up events, ARMS is hosting a fundraising event on March 3rd 2018. 100% of the proceeds go to the Alouette River Management…
2018 Spring Break Camp Leaders Needed
2018 Spring Break Camp Leaders Needed
2018 Spring Break Camps
2018 Spring Break Camps
The Alouette River Management Society Presents... The Science of Harry Potter! Take a journey into the science of Harry Potter. Impress muggles with your new magic tricks, discover ways to…
Environmental Volunteers Needed!
Environmental Volunteers Needed!
Download or View: Volunteer Posting in PDF format We are currently looking to engage a number of passionate and natural public speakers who will deliver in-class children's’ programming and eco-tours…
24th Annual Ridge Meadows Rivers Day
24th Annual Ridge Meadows Rivers Day
The 24th Annual Ridge Meadows Rivers Day is hosted by the Alouette River Management Society and is held on Sunday, September 24th this year. The festival will have live musical…
1st Annual Fundraiser, a success!
1st Annual Fundraiser, a success!
Last Thursday evening, April 27th, close to 100 people gathered at the Maple Ridge Equi-sports Center, the Ranch Pub & Grill, for ARMS first ever fundraising dinner event. “We…
Eco-Camps Program Assistant
Eco-Camps Program Assistant
SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – Canada Summer Jobs 2017 The Alouette River Management Society (ARMS) is a not-for-profit charitable organization committed to the protection and enhancement of the Alouette River…
WET in the rain!
WET in the rain!
Kanaka Creek Elementary visits ARMS for a Watershed Education Tour in the pouring rain!
Alouette Sockeye Project Receives $16,028 for 2017!
Alouette Sockeye Project Receives $16,028 for 2017!
Alouette Adult Sockeye Enumeration Project Receives $16,028 for 2017! This vital project has been funded by BC Hydro for 10 years, the first 8 years under the Alouette Water Use…
2016 Annual Presentation
2016 Annual Presentation
On February 6th, 2017 ARMS presented the 2016 annual activities report to the City of Maple Ridge at the weekly Committee of the Whole Council meeting. Click here to check…
2017 Spring Break Camps
2017 Spring Break Camps
Join us & become a member of ARMS
Join us & become a member of ARMS
Click here --> Membership Application Form
A letter to Minister LeBlanc
A letter to Minister LeBlanc
Letter to Minister LeBlanc
Alouette River News: Sept/Oct 2016
Alouette River News: Sept/Oct 2016
Fisheries Act Revision
Fisheries Act Revision
“A clean environment and a strong economy go hand in hand. We have a responsibility to steward our resources with care, and we are committed to improving the tools we…
BC Hydro Compensation Tree Planting
BC Hydro Compensation Tree Planting
BC Hydro has provided funding to plant native trees (Douglas Fir, Alder, Western Red Cedar, Vine Maple, Cascara, and Sitka Willow) in compensation for the right of way clearance for…
Award for Maple Ridge’s Country Fest volunteer
Award for Maple Ridge’s Country Fest volunteer
Award for Maple Ridge's Country Fest volunteer - Maple Ridge News Maple Ridge posted Oct 13, 2016 at 5:00 PM Tom Cameron has been recognized nationally for his contributions to Maple…
Alouette River News – July/August 2016
Alouette River News – July/August 2016
Haney Farmers Market
Haney Farmers Market
ARMS will be at the Haney Farmers Market on Saturday August 6th
Join ARMS – Become a Member
Join ARMS – Become a Member
ARMS Membership Application Form - 2016
Country Fest 2016
Country Fest 2016
Join ARMS and Adopt-a-Block at this fun two day event down at Planet Ice and Albion Fairgrounds 🙂
Make a Difference Day – Redl Sports
Make a Difference Day – Redl Sports
On Tuesday June 19th, 50 Redl Sports employees partnered with ARMS and completed several projects to target litter and garbage. Redl Sports is “a family owned wholesaler of sporting goods…
Summer Youth Employment Opportunity
Summer Youth Employment Opportunity
SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – Canada Summer Jobs 2016 The Alouette River Management Society (ARMS) is a not-for-profit charitable organization committed to the protection and enhancement of the Alouette River…
Streamkeepers Training and Certification
Streamkeepers Training and Certification
**Minimum age is 13 years old**
Call on the government to immediately reinstate habitat protection
Call on the government to immediately reinstate habitat protection
Call on the government to immediately reinstate habitat protection. Sign the petition: http://fisheriesact.ca/take-action
Thank you to Great Western Containers
Thank you to Great Western Containers
Thank you to Great Western Containers for providing us with our Litter Heroes buckets and all your help!
Along the Fraser: Willing to listen on environment
Along the Fraser: Willing to listen on environment
by Jack Emberly - Maple Ridge News posted Apr 14, 2016 at 2:00 PM Jack Emberly. — image credit: THE NEWS/files We have a government that seems to want to listen,…
Summer Camps 2016
Summer Camps 2016
This summer ARMS is offering FIVE Summer Camps! CHECK IT OUT! Click Here to register today!
#AlouetteStrandedFry
#AlouetteStrandedFry
During all seasons, when high water flows through the South Alouette and when BC Hydro release water over the dam to lower the reservoir levels, local residents are asked to…
Maple Ridge Community Builders and Adopt-a-Block
Maple Ridge Community Builders and Adopt-a-Block
Join us! Come one, come all and join the Maple Ridge Community Builders and Adopt-A-Block for various volunteer litter pick-up/ walk in the fresh air events! Meet at the yellow chicken…
Along the Fraser: Plight of Alouette salmon fry
Along the Fraser: Plight of Alouette salmon fry
“Hatch Match’r Fly and Tackle in Maple Ridge is working with B.C. Hydro to minimize death to salmon fry due to high water fluctuations. If you encounter large numbers of…