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Comox Valley Nature invites its members and the public to CVN’s October general meeting, where you can hear the following keynote presentation by our guest speaker: Birdbrains – Smarter than you think- with Sandra Milligan Once dismissed as “birdbrains,” birds are now recognized for their remarkable intelligence. Sandra explores the evolution of our understanding of avian neuroanatomy, focusing on local species. Through engaging stories and videos, Sandra explores how birds solve problems, use tools, express empathy, and communicate with rich vocabulary – inviting you to see these creatures with newfound respect and wonder.Sandra Milligan has been teaching university level biology at North Island College for over twenty years. With graduate degrees in neuroscience, she’s now a generalist, naturalist, and lifelong learner. In Campbell River, she’s a recognized environmental advocate and public educator. Her passion for birding has evolved into a deep interest in avian behaviour and intelligence. Drawing on her neuroanatomy background, Sandra has followed the growing research on bird cognition, confirming what many intuitively felt – birds display an extraordinary range of intelligent behaviours. Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 3 pm in the main hall of Comox United Church, 250 Beach Drive, Comox. Members of the public welcome.This will be an in-person only meeting. We will not record the presentation on this occasion [this is a correction to previous information].As always, there will be a break after the presentation with a chance to meet new people and socialize with old friends. Tea, coffee and treats will be available (by donation).A brief meeting follows. Reports from some of our interest groups and projects are an opportunity for guests to learn more about what we do.
It's that time of year! A couple of off leash dogs have been seen romping at the confluence of Morrison Creek and the Puntledge River. Dogs get quite excited to see those big chum. The chum do spawn right at the mouth of the creek, salmon eggs are very sensitive to disturbance so paws, or feet, in the creek kill eggs. Keep your dog on a leash, especially if you do not want a smelly dog! Dogs like to roll in dead fish. Salmon spook, be a quiet calm wildlife paparazzi.
Fish Walk!!! ( Well, not really...but don't miss this chance to follow their journey!)Join the Morrison Creek Streamkeepers for a walk along Morrison Creek, starting at its confluence with the Puntledge River in Puntledge Park, to watch salmon spawning after their remarkable journey back from the ocean. Register here: form.jotform.com/262924316992264
Thanks to community support, a property in Deep Bay is now protected, safeguarding its mature forests, salmon streams and diverse shoreline.Now, we’re helping restore this land so it can regenerate into a healthy forest.Join the Comox Valley land Trust and WolfTree for a hands-on day to rehabilitate the former homestead by planting trees and shrubsIf you'd like to volunteer your time, the work party is Sunday, October 25th, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.Meet at Rosewall creek Provincial Park parking lot at 9:50 to carpool to the deep bay restoration site.See this link or link in bio to register and for more information: www.jotform.com/form/262826298698277
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
Category Archives: Conservation and Restoration
Recording for talk on conservation implications of clearcutting
Comox Valley Nature, facilitated by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists, recently presented the following webinar: Title: Conservation Implications of Clearcutting around Strathcona Provincial ParkSpeaker: Loys MaingonDate: Sunday, January 15, 2023 If you missed this event or would like to … Continue reading
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Learn about conservation implications of clearcutting near Strathcona Park
Comox Valley Nature is pleased to host the following free lecture at our January online meeting: Title: Conservation Implications of Clearcutting around Strathcona Provincial ParkSpeaker: Loys MaingonDate: Sunday, January 15, 2023Time: 7:00 p.m. PT This webinar is facilitated by the … Continue reading
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Recording available for talk on Morrison Creek biodiversity
Comox Valley Nature, facilitated by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists, recently presented the following webinar: Title: Biodiversity of the Morrison Creek HeadwatersSpeakers: David Stapley, Joy Wade and Chanchal CabreraDate: Sunday, December 11, 2022 If you missed this event or … Continue reading
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Learn about the biodiversity of Morrison Creek headwaters
Comox Valley Nature is pleased to host the following free lecture at our December online meeting: Title: Biodiversity of the Morrison Creek HeadwatersSpeakers: David Stapley, Joy Wade and Chanchal CabreraDate: Sunday, December 11, 2022Time: 7:00 p.m. PT This webinar is … Continue reading
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Recording available for talk on impacts of salmon farms on wild salmon
Comox Valley Nature, facilitated by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists, recently presented the following webinar: Title: What we need to do to rescue wild salmon from further declineSpeaker: Alexandra MortonDate: Sunday, November 20, 2022 If you missed this event … Continue reading
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Learn about the impacts of salmon farms on wild salmon
Comox Valley Nature is pleased to host the following free lecture at our November online meeting: Title: What we need to do to rescue wild salmon from further declineSpeaker: Alexandra MortonDate: Sunday, November 20, 2022Time: 7:00 p.m. PT This webinar … Continue reading
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Recording available for talk on logging and hydrology
Comox Valley Nature, in conjunction with the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists, recently presented the following webinar: Title: Logging in Your Watersheds – A Hydrological Report CardSpeaker: Dave Weaver (Vice President, Beaufort Watershed Stewards)Date: Sunday, September 18, 2022 If you … Continue reading
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Learn about logging and hydrology in our watersheds
Comox Valley Nature is pleased to host the following free online lecture in conjunction with our first fall general meeting: Title: Logging in Your Watersheds – A Hydrological Report CardSpeaker: Dave WeaverDate: Sunday, September 18, 2022Time: 7:00 p.m. PT This … Continue reading
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Learn about Strathcona species of conservation concern
The following free online lecture presented by the Strathcona Wilderness Institute (SWI) will be of interest to CVN members and others: Title: Species of Conservation Concern in Strathcona Provincial ParkSpeaker: Jack BindernagelDate: Saturday September 3, 2022Time: 7:00 p.m. PDT This … Continue reading
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Learn about checkerspot butterfly recovery
Comox Valley Nature is pleased to host the following free online lecture: Title: An update on the checkerspot butterfly recovery projectSpeakers: Jennifer Heron and Chris JunckDate: Sunday, April 10, 2022Time: 7:00 p.m. PT This webinar is facilitated by the Canadian … Continue reading
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