BC Nature’s 2016 FGM will be held in Prince George from September 22 – 25, 2016. You can register through the form in the Summer magazine or go online here.
BC Nature’s 2017 AGM will be held in Lillooet from May 4 – 7, 2017. You’ll find details in the Fall Magazine, which will be released in September.
The 2017 Awards cut-off for nominations is February 27, 2017. Criteria and a list of awards can be found on the BC Nature website.
Twitters and Tweets Miscellaneous
Bird Studies Canada and other North American Bird Conservation Initiative partners recently released the first joint conservation assessment of the birds of Canada, the United States, and Mexico. According to The State of North America’s Birds 2016, 432 of our continent’s 1154 native bird species (37%) are in crisis. Declining populations and severe threats to their habitats mean that without significant action, these species could be facing extinction.Visit The State of North America’s Birds 2016’s website here.
Neville Recording’s Bird Song of the Month: Swainson’s Thrush! Listen to it here.
Issue 50
Date June/July 2016
A Tree Swallow.
The BCnature Summer Magazine is out now!
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July 9: Explore Historic Quadra Island through a day tour with the Museum at Campbell River. Registration and more information here.July 14: Boots, Bikes, & Beers: Biking and Hiking opportunities in BC. More info here.
Until September 12: Hive Tours @ Grouse Mountain in North Vancouver.
Ongoing: Help gather data on breeding bird nests near you! Check out the Canada-wide Project NestWatch or read the Summer magazine for more details.
Public Consultation Period for SARA’s Schedule 1 Species
Until July 18 2016, the public is invited to comment on proposed Order to amend Schedule 1 of the Species at Risk Act (SARA) which acts as an official list of wildlife species at risk in Canada. This amendment will 1) change the SARA status of four species, and 2) add nine species to the Schedule as either extirpated, endangered, threatened, or of special concern. Once listed, measures to protect and recover a listed wildlife species are implemented.Check here for a full list of species affected and how to comment.
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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...
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. ...
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