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Comox Valley Nature’s Wetlands restoration group has been working on the Courtenay Rotary Trail removing invasive plants.Removing invasive plants ensures that native plants can thrive. A vigorous native plant population also provides food for insects and birds.Join us in liberating native plants from invasive thugs such as ivy.We meet at the end of 21st street in Courtenay, where it meets the Courtenay Rotary Trail near Dogwood Park. You’ll find us there every Sunday starting Oct 18 to mid-Dec, mid-Jan to March 14, from 1:00 to 3:30 Bring gloves and water, dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.For more information contact
Many people fear trees, especially big trees, and old trees. Join us on this guided walk and overcome those fears. Verna Mumby (ISA certified arborist), will take us through the basics of tree bio-mechanics; how trees dance and move, how they withstand wind loads, and the importance of tree roots. Understand how trees help each other during storms and how they communicate. This walk will take place in Filberg Park, Comox, on October 17th, from 11 a.m. to 12:30.This walk is on flat ground, on grass and well maintained paths. Check the weather and choose appropriate outerwear. The workshop will be cancelled in the event of strongwinds and heavy rain.REGISTRATION required using the link in our bio, or visit cvnature.ca/events/This event is free. Donations welcome.For more information, to add your name to a waitlist or to cancel your reservation, mail: . Details re meeting place will be sent to registrants.
Autumn is fast upon us, and the trees in the Comox Valley are beginning their transition into the winter season. CVN’s Comox Valley Trees team (formerly Trees of the Year) is inviting you to share how your favourite trees are changing with the season and preparing for the winter ahead. It could be a brilliant display of autumn foliage, a production of fruit, nuts or berries, or as a winter haven for wildlife. As the leaves fall, do they reveal an interesting or unique tree architecture, shape or silhouette? Perhaps you have discovered trees of interest in forgotten spaces or unusual or unexpected places, or trees with fungi or lichen.Send us the story of why you selected your tree of note. Include a brief description of the tree, a photograph, and the geographical location of the best viewing spot. Ideally the tree is in a public location to facilitate viewing.Please send your story to We will share your stories on our website and on CVN’s Facebook and Instagram pages.Also, be sure to check CVN’s Events calendar regularly for other Comox Valley Trees events such as knowledge walks.#treestories #comoxvalley #comoxvalleytrees #autumn
Hands Off Old Growth, this Sunday October 4th in Simms Park:
Join Comox Valley Nature for a walk to celebrate Comox trees on Saturday, October 3, 2026. We will meet in the parking lot of the Comox Tennis Courts at 1:00 p.m. This 1.5 to 2 hour walk will be led by tree lovers Alora Griffin and Barbara Neilson. The number of participants is limited, and registration is required. RSVP on our events page at comoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca/events/We will walk beneath the graceful boughs of some of Comox’s glorious trees, while enjoying their surroundings and the ambience they create for us. The trees selected will include examples of all the native trees now protected by the Town of Comox, as well as some exotic trees.We will discuss their biological features and historical significance as we amble along Brooklyn Creek and through Filberg Park and other parts of Comox. The path through Brooklyn Creek is uneven and there are stairs to climb. Bring your curiosity and questions as well as a water bottle and sun or rain protection, if needed. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. Children are welcome but please leave your furry friends at home, except for service dogs.This event is free, but donations are welcome.
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Upcoming Walk: Upper Trent River walk, Saturday, Aug 15th 2015
Saturday, August 15th. (Club event). Upper Trent River walk (Above the #19 Inland Highway). Meet at Harmston at 9:00AM. Leader: Loys Maingon.
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Upcoming Walk: Lake Helen McKenzie Hike, Saturday, Aug 8th 2015
Saturday, August 8th. (Club walk). Lake Helen McKenzie Hike. (Mount Washington). This is a longer walk – approx. 9 km. Meet at parking lot on Strathcona Parkway (just off the Inland highway) at 8:30AM. Leader: Loys Maingon.
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Upcoming Walk: Point Holmes Low Tide Walk and Exploration, Saturday, Aug 1st 2015
Saturday, Aug 1st. (Club walk). Point Holmes Low Tide Walk and Exploration. Low tide @ 1pm. Meet at Point Holmes at 12:00 noon to accommodate the tide. Leader: John Tayless. John will speak about zonation and the marine biology of … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walk: Headquarters Park, Saturday, July 25th 2015
Saturday, July 25th. (Club walk). Headquarters Park walk. Meet at Headquarters Park on Farnham Road. 9:00am, bring boots or sandals we will look at the Tsolum River Replaces: (Headwaters of Morrison Creek.) Leaders: Jan Gemmell and Jim Palmer.
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Upcoming Walk: Vanier Garry Oaks, Saturday July 18th 2015
Saturday July 18th. (Public walk). Vanier Garry Oaks walk. Meet at Vanier Recreation Centre parking lot at 9:00 AM. Leader: Loys Maingon.
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Upcoming Walk: Paradise Meadows, Saturday July 11th 2015
Saturday July 11th: (Club event). Paradise Meadows. Meet at 9:00 AM at the parking lot at the foot of Strathcona Parkway, just off the Inland highway. Or at Paradise Meadows (Strathcona Wilderness Institute facility) about 9:15. Leader: Joel Kositsky.
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Upcoming Botany Walk: Little River Park Aquatic Plants, July 27th 2015
We would like to invite the Botany Group members to coffee/tea and muffins/coffee cake on our beach (sitting on the logs) at 10.00 am on Monday July 27th, and then we will drive to Little River Nature Park to walk … Continue reading
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Upcoming Botany Walk: Garry Oaks, July 20th 2015
As there is no walk planned for tomorrow Monday July 20th 2015, I thought I would lead a short walk nearby, and look at some of the Garry Oaks (and associated plants) right here in the valley. Because of the … Continue reading
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Upcoming Botany Walk: Paradise Meadows, June 22nd 2015
Fran Newson has offered to lead a walk tomorrow – short notice I know but the weather is good and the flowers will soon be over with up there. Please bring a lunch and sun protection. The walk around the … Continue reading
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BC Nature eNews July 2015
Upcoming Events Chilcotin Experience Camp: There are 2 spots left! For more information please contact Harrison Salmon Stronghold Camp: November 26 – November 29, 2015 Registration for the last remaining 6 spots – if interested, please contact – BC … Continue reading
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