*** We have relocated the VPSEN forum from http://vanseedtrade.freeforums.org to http://vanseedtrade.theforum.name - Our sincere apologies for any inconvenience and confusion! ***
On February 20th, 2010, EYA is launching the Vancouver Plant and Seed Exchange Network (VPSEN), an online plant and seed exchange forum!
An initiative of the Environmental Youth Alliance, the Vancouver Plant and Seed Exchange Network (VPSEN) aims to first and foremost connect local gardeners with an enthusiasm for plant diversity. One might ask, “Well, what gardener doesn’t appreciate having a variety of plants in his or her garden?” While it may be true that any gardener, be it someone who has a yard, a community garden plot, a small balcony, or a sidewalk strip would be interested in expanding and diversifying green spaces, cost, access to suppliers, and lack of plant and gardening knowledge all remain valid barriers. This project hopes to help alleviate these challenges.
In addition to sharing their plants and seeds, we hope that members of this network will contribute to an open and respectful dialogue on the state of food in our city, biodiversity, urban land use, and to a collective knowledge which is only too vital for sustaining a healthy community.
Think of it as the Craigslist for local plants and seeds where members can trade all year round - perfect for those of us who miss out on events like Seedy Saturday and other plant/seed sales and exchanges, and who are curious and passionate about plant diversity, connecting with local gardeners, and growing food.
Please visit http://vanseedtrade.theforum.name/ to register. Again, please note that the official launch is on February 20, 2010. The forum is still a work in a progress! However, feel free to register your username and to browse through the "How to Use the Forum" thread. And if you feel so inclined, do create your own "Exchange List" to introduce yourself to the forum! For any questions, please contact georgia@eya.ca or amytran@interchange.ubc.ca
*** We have relocated the VPSEN forum from http://vanseedtrade.freeforums.org to http://vanseedtrade.theforum.name - Our sincere apologies for any inconvenience and confusion! ***
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