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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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Bird Outing Report: Cumberland Marsh, June 16,2016
Thursday June 16th, birds were active and singing at Cumberland Marsh. Six birders enjoyed a pleasant, sunny morning and found 36 species. Highlights included great looks at Black-headed Grosbeak (pair), Black-throated Gray Warbler (pair), and Band-tailed Pigeon. Mallard Turkey Vulture … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: One-Spot Trail, June 9,2016
Thursday June 9th, the showers held off and four birders enjoyed a pleasant morning on the One Spot Trail. The birds were quite active and we found 30 species, but no particular highlights. Ruffed Grouse Bald Eagle Red-breasted Sapsucker Northern … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Wildwood Marsh & Forest, June 2,2016
Seven birders went to Wildwood Swamp and Wildwood Forest this morning. Highlights were several Wood Ducks, one Pied-billed Grebe, a heard-only MacGillivray’s Warbler and a seen-singing Willow Flycatcher. 28 species were noted: Wood Duck Mallard Hooded Merganser Pied-billed Grebe Turkey … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: CVEX Grounds, May 26,2016
This Thursday 8 birders were treated to a morning full of bird song at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. Other highlights were close looks at 3 Brown Creepers and hearing as well as seeing several Swainson’s Thrush. Our total number … Continue reading
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BC Nature eNews, June 2016
Upcoming Events One Month to go – Rene Savenye Scholarship deadline – June 3, 2016. Application Link FGM 2016 – Prince George, September 22-26, 2016 – Schedule and Registration will be posted May 9 (Subject to change) Bird Blitzs – … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Courtenay Airpark, May 19, 2016
Today the showers held off and 7 birders spent a pleasant morning at Courtenay Airpark and Walkway. We found 31 species. Highlights included distant Whimbrels and good looks at Long-billed Dowitchers. Canada Goose Mallard Green-winged Teal Common Merganser Great Blue … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Bear Creek Park, May 5,2016
Today 11 birders spent a pleasant morning at Bear Creek Park and we found 23 species of birds – but no bears 🙂 Highlights included good looks at a pair of Common Mergansers and a singing Pacific-slope Flycatcher, and hearing … Continue reading
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Botany Outing Report: Maple Lake, Apr.25,2016
On Monday April 25th a dozen of the Botany Group accompanied Helen on her preliminary foray to Maple Lake to compile a plant list for the area. We walked along the east side of the Lake in glorious sunshine with … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Quadra Island, Apr.28,2016
Thursday 8 birders spent a pleasant day on Quadra Island, hosted by Vibeke Pedersen and Lyn Paterson. We visited Village Bay Marsh and Vibeke’s yard. Highlights included a Red-breasted Sapsucker at a nest, a Ruffed Grouse and, seen from the … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Lazo Marsh, Apr.21,2016
Today 11 birders spent a pleasant morning at Lazo Marsh. The rain had cleared by the time we started and we found 31 species. Highlights included good looks at Red-breasted Sapsucker and Brown Creeper. We saw two Bushtit nests but, … Continue reading
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