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5 days ago
Instead of our monthly General Meeting, Comox Valley Nature is celebrating our 60th anniversary at the Filberg Centre, Rotary Hall, 411 Anderton Ave, Courtenay.This event is open to CVN members and guests. We’d love to see longtime members, new faces and friends of nature alike. Bring your curiosity, your stories, and your sense of wonder.
2 weeks ago
To celebrate our 60th anniversary we invite you to come for a guided stroll on the Courtenay Riverway Heritage Walk with a member of Comox Valley Nature on April 24, 10 am -noon. Learn about the history of this area, including how the former sewage lagoon has become one of the most popular walking spots in the Comox Valley. Check out the restoration work that has replaced invasive plant species and added more native plants, shrubs and trees that is being done by Comox Valley Nature in partnership with the City of Courtenay. Hear why invasive plant species are so damaging to the ecosystems. Enjoy the view from the "lookout" over the estuary and be reminded how important the estuary is to the web of life.REGISTRATION required on our events page cvnature.ca/events An easy 1 km walk on a wheelchair accessible paved path. Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle Sorry, no dogs. This event is free, but donations are welcome.
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2 weeks ago
To celebrate our 60th anniversary Comox Valley Nature is offering this opportunity to get together with knowledgeable birders to share skills and learn more about birding in the Comox Valley.This outing is designed for beginners, but birders of all levels are welcome. Experienced birders will help with identifying species, equipment, useful apps, and field guides.
Both CVN members and the public are welcome on this walk at the Courtenay Airpark which will be on a wide smooth pathway for about 2km round trip. Bring binoculars if you have them. Dress for the weather. Warm clothing necessary – it’s often windy there! Please leave pets at home.
Register through our events page at This event is free. Donations welcome.
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3 weeks ago
Take a closer look at our local aquifers with the Beaufort Watershed Stewards: ... See MoreSee Less3 weeks ago
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Author Archives: Botany
Guest Speaker: Jan Slomp, President of the National Farmers Union: “Farming for Biodiversity and Climate Needs” Sun, Jan 17th, 2016.
Comox Valley Nature Hosts Farming for Biodiversity and Climate Needs Comox Valley Nature would like to introduce Jan Slomp, President of the National Farmers Union and Comox Valley resident who will discuss his work on healthy challenges and opportunities in … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walk: Boyle Point, Denman Island, Saturday, January 9th 2016
Saturday January 9th. (Club event). Boyle Point, Denman Island. Meet at 9:00AM at Buckley Point parking (where the ferry departs) – west of the road. Car pool on ferry. Lunch on Denman. Leader: Loys Maingon.
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Guest Speaker: Kees Visser, BC Nature President: “Geology, Rocks and Times, an Education” Sun, Nov 15th, 2015.
Comox Valley Nature would like to introduce Kees Visser, who has a Ph.D in Geology through the Universaity of Amsterdam, and amongst much experience in the field, has worked for Petro- Canada as a Development and Exploration Geologist in Alberta, … Continue reading
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BC Nature eNews November 2015
Upcoming Events Harrison Camp – Nov 26 – Nov 29, 2015 – Last Chance – 2 spots available – Please email for more information or visit this link Awards Deadline January 29,2016. Meet with your Club executive and nominate … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walk: Ralph River, Strathcona Park, Saturday, October 24th 2015
it is on Saturday not Sunday Saturday, October 24th . (Club walk). Ralph River, Strathcona Park (Bring a picnic lunch). This is not an arduous walk but it is farther and longer than usual. Meet at 8:00AM at Courtenay Country … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walk: Shoreline clean-up with Project Watershed, Sunday, October 11th 2015
Changed from Oct 10th to 11th Sunday, October 11th . (Club/Public event). Shoreline clean-up with Project Watershed. The CVN cleanup will take place at the AirPark, Meet by the Park Café at 10.00 a.m.Bring sturdy gloves, and clothing appropriate to the … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walk: Ruth Masters Park, Saturday, January 30th 2016
Saturday, January 30th. (Club walk). Ruth Masters Park. Meet at 9:00AM on 1st Street at the Rotary Riverside Trail. Leader: Loys Maingon.
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Upcoming Walk: Little River Park, Saturday, January 23rd 2016
Saturday, January 23rd. (Club walk). Little River Park. Meet at 9:30AM at park entrance on Wilkinson Road off Ellenor Road (near Comox to Powell River ferry terminal). Leader: Loys Maingon.
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Upcoming Walk: Miracle Beach, Saturday, January 16th 2016
Saturday, January 16th. (Club walk). Miracle Beach. Meet at 9:00AM at Courtenay Country Market. Leader:
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Upcoming Walk: Boyle Point, Denman Island, Saturday January 9th 2016
Saturday January 9th. (Club event). Boyle Point, Denman Island. Meet at 9:00AM at Buckley Point parking (where the ferry departs) – west of the road. Car pool on ferry. Lunch on Denman. Leader: Loys Maingon.
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