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CVN Facebook Posts
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🌎 On April 13th from 10 am to 2, join knowledgeable Geologist Bob Hauser on this longer walk to view a few of the glacial features of the Comox Area.🌎 This 7 km loop walk will be enjoyable for people with a good level of fitness and an interest in geology.🌎It comprises trails, roads and cobble beach. Please wear sturdy footwear. Bring snacks and water. Trekking poles might be useful.For more information or to join the waitlist visit comoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca/events2 weeks ago
🌳A recent article in the online magazine "the Discourse" highlighted CVN's Trees of the Year campaign for 2024:🌳"Since 2018, Comox Valley Nature has celebrated unique and spectacular trees in the region through its Trees of the Year event."In the first years, Cathy Storey and Fred Newhouse ran the Tree of the Year event. At that time, only members of Comox Valley Nature were invited to nominate their favourite trees in the surrounding area."🌳“Cathy Storey was so passionate about it, so excited to do it as a way to increase awareness,” said Karen Cummins. (TOTY coordinator) “Just connection with nature, for one thing, which was big with her, and to increase the awareness of local trees here that are amazing. And to raise interest in the protection of trees, as well.”🌳Now that the nomination period has closed, CVN will publish an illustrated list of the nominees on our website, along with maps of their locations. We encourage you to visit as many as you can, preferably by cycling or walking.🌳To read more of the Discourse article visit www.saveourforeststeam.org/ ... See MoreSee Less2 weeks ago
🌲Save Our Forests Team-Comox Valley (SOFT-CV) invites you to:"Forest A-Wake", an opportunity to grieve together over the recent loss of one of our Comox urban forests.🌲Meet on Sat. April 20th at 1000 Pritchard Rd at Cambridge Rd Comox. Please park on neighbourhood streets.Gather at 10:30, the program starts at 11:00.🌲We will gather as a community to connect with each other, acknowledge our eco-grief, hear about the history of Comox urban forests, and the Park Acquisition Fund, and take a mindful walk along Pritchard to honour the lost wildlife habitat and eco-system.🌲For more information on SOFT-CVvisit www.saveourforeststeam.org ... See MoreSee Less2 weeks ago
🌳A recent article in the online magazine "the Discourse" highlighted CVN's Trees of the Year campaign for 2024:🌳"Since 2018, Comox Valley Nature has celebrated unique and spectacular trees in the region through its Trees of the Year event."In the first years, Cathy Storey and Fred Newhouse ran the Tree of the Year event. At that time, only members of Comox Valley Nature were invited to nominate their favourite trees in the surrounding area."🌳“Cathy Storey was so passionate about it, so excited to do it as a way to increase awareness,” said Karen Cummins. (TOTY coordinator) “Just connection with nature, for one thing, which was big with her, and to increase the awareness of local trees here that are amazing. And to raise interest in the protection of trees, as well.”🌳Now that the nomination period has closed, CVN will publish an illustrated list of the nominees on our website, along with maps of their locations. We encourage you to visit as many as you can, preferably by cycling or walking.🌳To read more of the Discourse article visit thediscourse.ca/comox-valley/trees-of-the-year-celebrates-unbe-leaf-able-trees-in-the-comox-valley ... See MoreSee Less3 weeks ago
🌎 On April 13th from 10 am to 2, join knowledgeable Geologist Bob Hauser on this longer walk to view a few of the glacial features of the Comox Area.🌎 This 7 km loop walk will be enjoyable for people with a good level of fitness and an interest in geology. 🌎It comprises trails, roads and cobble beach. Please wear sturdy footwear. Bring snacks and water. Trekking poles might be useful.For more information or to join the waitlist, email: ... See MoreSee Less
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Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program Recognizes CVNS
The Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program officially recognized Comox Valley Naturalist Society in March with a Community Engagement Grant of $500. The grant was awarded in conjunction with the upcoming BC Nature Conference and AGM, May 12 to May 15. A … Continue reading
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Innisfree Farm
Chanchal Cabrera Of Innisfree Farm Presents at CVN Regular Meeting The members who attended the regular monthly CVN meeting had a real treat in store. Chanchal Cabera of Innisfree Farm gave a wonderful talk and slide show on Botanical Gardens around the … Continue reading
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Presentation on Toad People, an inspiring new documentary film by Gwen Barlee
Congratulations Gwen Barlee! Gwen is one of the Presenters at the 2016 BC Nature Conference, and has been nominated for by the YWCA for the Women of Distinction Awards in Environmental Sustainability. Gwen will give a presentation on Toad People, an inspiring new documentary … Continue reading
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Too Many Choices at the 2016 BC Nature Conference?
Trying to decide which of the over thirty activities you would like to take in during the 2016 BC Nature Conference and AGM? Some of the more popular Field Trips are almost fully booked, but there are lots of wonderful … Continue reading
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Introducing your AGM Committee
The core AGM Committee was recently featured in both the Echo and Record Newspapers. Not all members could be present for the photo shoot. The members from left to right are Bruce Martin, Barbara Martin Gabriel Bau, Jarrett Krentzel, Loys … Continue reading
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ANCO Inn Offering Room Discounts
ANCO Inn Offering Discount Rates to Conference Delegates! Anne Newman, Manager of ANCO Inn of Courtenay, is pleased to offer their Corporation Rates to Conference Delegates. says Ms. Newman “our standard room would start at $65.00 for one person and $10 for any extra person … Continue reading
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Ellerslie B&B Offers Discount to Delegates
Ellerslie Bed and Breakfast, in Buckley Bay, south of Courtenay has offered Delegates a special rate for the Conference. Says Rebecca Kayfetz, “We wanted to extend an accommodation offer to any out-of-town meeting attendees. Ellerslie Bed and Breakfast can offer 20% off … Continue reading
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Discover Comox Valley Awards Grant to CVN!
Discover Comox Valley Awards Grant to CVN! Discover Comox Valley in conjunction with Comox Valley Economic Development and Tourism has awarded Comox Valley Nature a substantial Grant towards the BC Nature AGM and Conference May 12 to 14, 2016. The AGM Planning Committee wishes to thank both … Continue reading
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Second Tree Island Trip Available
A Second Field trip to Vancouver Island University’s Marine Research Station has been added to the schedule! It is now available on Friday May 13th and Saturday May 14th at 1:30. Both trips are now posted in the latest Conference Program and Registration Form. … Continue reading
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Holiday Inn Express Provides a Discount!
Holiday Inn Express, a Three-Star Hotel, and the newest hotel in Comox Valley is offering a special discount rate for Delegates to the BC Nature AGM and Conference! Simply quote the CVN Block Code for a 14.5% discount of the rate! All … Continue reading
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