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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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Guest Speakers: Forum on ALR, Forest Act & Parks Act, Sun. Apr. 20, 2014
Recent legislative changes to the ALR, the Forest Act and the BC Parks Act constitute a radical change in the conservation framework of British Columbia. The boundaries of green spaces, and public access to them, are being opened to short-term … Continue reading
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BC Nature eNews Mar. 2014
Upcoming Events AGM 2014 – May 1 – 4, “Coastal Connections” – Victoria, BC – Not Just Meetings!! Lots of great outings and speakers! Link here for Registration and more information Deadline for AGM Reports: April 15, 2014 Skagit … Continue reading
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Has Anyone Seen Palliser Rock?
A member of the White Rock & Surrey Naturalists recently emailed CV Nature an interesting request. “I just visited your website and read about one of my favorite spots, Tree Island. What a great write-up, it was a pleasure to … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Deep Bay to Englishman, Mar. 13, 2014
It was a very spring like day on Thursday. Our morning started at Deep Bay and ended at the Plummer Rd. side of the Englishman River Estuary. We saw our first Violet-green Swallows, Yellow-rumped Warbler, Turkey Vulture, 2 Merlins vocalizing, … Continue reading
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Guest Speaker: Birdfinding in BC, Sun. Mar. 16, 2014
Russell Cannings has recently spent a year exploring every corner of the province to find almost every kind of bird which resides in British Columbia. In so doing he set a record of 373 species in a year. This experience … Continue reading
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BC Nature eNews Feb. 2014
Upcoming Events AGM 2014 – May 1 – 4, “Coastal Connections” – Victoria, BC – Not Just Meetings!! Lots of great outings and speakers! Link here for Registration and more information Deadline for AGM Reports: April 15, 2014 Skagit Bird … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Courtenay Airpark, Feb. 27, 2014
It was a very nice morning at the Air Park. The highlight for the morning was a Lincoln Sparrow…that is until on the way back to our vehicles, a couple of us ran into Russ Cannings who told us about … Continue reading
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Public Walk: Union Bay, Feb. 23, 2014
Explore the Valley’s natural heritage in Comox Valley Nature’s monthly FREE public walk to the Union Bay Coal Hills. The Comox Valley is home to some of BC’s richest natural heritage, and offers a wide variety of easily-accessible ecosystems from … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Deep Bay, Feb. 20, 2014
On Thursday the sun was shining to make for a very pleasant morning at Ship’s Point. Highlights for the day were a Yellow-headed Blackbird, Red-throated Loon, and 2 Gadwall. 8 birders saw the following 48 species: Red-throated Loon Bald Eagle … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Qualicum, Feb. 13, 2014
The bird walk on Thursday was to Qualicum. The highlight of the day was a Northern Mockingbird and Glaucous Gull. Unfortunately we were unable to locate the King Eider. 7 birders saw the following 41 species: Common Loon Black Turnstone … Continue reading
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