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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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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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To celebrate our 60th anniversary we offer this opportunity to learn more about Garry oaks in the Comox Valley.Vanier Nature Park is home to a small grove of Garry oak trees which is being stewarded by Comox Valley Nature. These oaks are at the northern extent of their range, and are a remnant of a culturally modified ecosystem that once covered 160 square kilometres in the Comox Valley
This walk will be lead by Geologist Bob Hauser and Forester Terry Lewis. They have spent many hours in the park removing invasive holly. Terry and Bob will look at the work in progress in the grove and share their unique perspective on this forest, with a focus on soil science and tree species.
The Vanier Nature Park project is being co-managed by Comox Valley Nature and the City of Courtenay with funding from the City of Courtenay, BC Nature and the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation.
Registration required through
The walk is partially on level ground with some gentle to moderate uphill walking on a forest trail that has some uneven footing. No dogs please.
For more information, to add your name to a wait list or to cancel your reservation, email: Details of the meeting place will be sent to registrants. Please be at the meeting spot at least 10 minutes before the walk starts to sign in.
Category Archives: Birds
Bird Outing Report: Wildwood Marsh & One Spot Trail,May 31,2017
This morning five birders went to Wildwood Marsh and the far north end of One Spot Trail. Highlights were a Pied-billed Grebe, baby Wood Ducks and a Red-breasted Sapsucker entering the nest, all at the Swamp; and at least four … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Bear Creek Park, May 25, 2017
Today, May 25th, twelve birders spent a sunny morning at Bear Creek Nature Park and found 30 species. Birds were active and abundant with many individuals heard and seen. Common Merganser Turkey Vulture Bald Eagle Rufous Hummingbird Belted Kingfisher Red-breasted … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Eagles Drive Park, May 18,2017
It was an interesting morning as six birders went out to Eagles Drive and saw 31 species, including a Western Wood-Pewee. The other highlight was going down to the beach to see a handful of Harlequin Ducks and 18 Band-tailed … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Pipeline Area, May 4,2017
Six birders went out to the pipeline for a gray morning and saw or heard 30 species. Highlights were a good look at a MacGillivray’s Warbler singing his heart out, many ‘boys’ displaying for their ‘girls’, especially the hummingbirds, and … Continue reading
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Comox Spring Bird Count Report: Sun. Apr. 30, 2017
The Comox Valley Annual Spring Bird Count was held on Sun. April 30 and resulted in a total of 135 species. Notable birds included House Wren, California Quail and Bullock’s Oriole. Greater White-fronted Goose Brant Canada Goose Trumpeter Swan American … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Cumberland Marsh, Apr. 27, 2017
Today, April 27th, thirteen birders spent a pleasant morning at Cumberland Marsh; the rain started just as we finished. We found 29 species; highlights were many spring arrivals, Anna’s Hummingbird on a nest, and breeding plumage Wood Duck and Hooded … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Lazo Marsh & Nature Park, Apr. 20,2017
Today, April 20th, we finally had a Thursday with a break in the weather . Twelve birders spent a sunny morning at Lazo Marsh and Lazo Wildlife Park and found 35 species. Highlights were many spring arrivals including Purple Martins … Continue reading
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Trumpeter Swan Counts 2016/2017
Apr. 19, 2017: TRUS adults 11 Juv. 8 Total 19 27 additional swans (5 adults, 22 juveniles) were seen at Comox Bay Farm but not included in the official total. The swan count is now finished for the season. Apr. … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: One Spot Trail, Mar. 30, 2017
Today, March 30th, 10 birders spent a rare, sunny morning on the One Spot Trail and found 18 species. The highlight was a great view of a pair of Wood Ducks high in a tree with the female peeking out … Continue reading
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Bird Outing Report: Lazo Marsh & Woods, Feb. 2,2017
Today, Groundhog Day, 10 birders spent a pleasant but cool morning at Lazo Marsh and Lazo Woods and found 19 species. A highlight was a Virginia Rail calling from the marsh. A bonus bird was a cooperative Cooper’s Hawk that … Continue reading
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