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This fundraiser is an opportunity to support Project Watershed’s ecological restoration, research and education projects :Have you ever visited the beautiful 40 Knots Winery? Now is your chance! They are generously hosting our biggest fundraising event of the year on September 14th at 2pm.‘Paintings, By The Numbers’ is a celebration of the art and life of Ken Kirkby, renowned painter and activist. It will be an afternoon of local music, wine, and food on the covered patio at 40 Knots Winery while surrounded by Ken’s powerful paintings.
🖼️ Art Draw Ticket holders ($600) will go home with an original Ken Kirkby painting. Spectator Ticket holders ($25) will take home a commemorative print of Isumataq, one of Ken’s most famous works.
🌱 Thanks to our sponsors, including 40 Knots Winery, all proceeds from the event go to Project Watershed’s ecological restoration, research and education projects like #kuskussum.
🎟 Purchase tickets at projectwatershed.ca/paintings-by-the-numbers-2024
Adapted from the award-winning journalism of the Climate Disaster Project, an international newsroom at the University of Victoria, this documentary theatre production pulls from hundreds of testimonies of people across Canada who have lived through climate change together.
Another CVN Photo group meeting last night with another fine collection of photos and stories shared.Here is a sampling from those who attended.
Details of the shot and photographer visible when you view each picture.
The Boundary Forest Watershed Stewardship Society is hosting a series of events called "the Power of Forests" You can attend on line or in person. Read on to volunteer for this event.Hey friends! 🌲 The Power of Forests events in BC are coming up in September and October, and we could really use a few more volunteers to help make them a success! 🙌 If you're passionate about preserving our beautiful forests and want to make a difference, come join us for a fun and rewarding experience! 🌳💪 #VolunteerWithUs #PreserveForests #MakeADifference #BCEvents #JoinUs #PowerOfForests #VolunteerOpportunity Email us at if you're interested! 😊Project needs: Someone with media/PR/writing experience to write up a press release or two.
Vancouver needs (at UBC) 1. AV person (or two) to man the powerpoint projector and microphones. 2. Two to three ushers and general helpers.
Kelowna (at UBCO) 1. AV person (or two) to man the powerpoint projector and microphones. 2. Two to three ushers and general helpers.
Nelson needs: 1. One more AV person to help man the powerpoint projector and microphones. 2. Two ushers and general helpers.
Details about the project: boundaryforest.org/problem-solution/
Saturday August 24th from 10:00 - 11:30join a Comox Valley Nature member for a walk around the Courtenay River Airpark. Learn about the history of the park, and how this neglected space has become one of the most popular walking spots in the Comox Valley.
🌸You'll see native plants such as Red Flowering Currant and Garry Oak. The park is also a favoured spot for birding, with migrant and resident birds benefiting from the diverse plant life that now edges the estuary.
🌸All this is a result of the ongoing habitat restoration work, carried out by a dedicated team of volunteers, led by Frank Hovenden
🌸 Book early to reserve your spot, by following the link in bio
🌸For more information, to add your name to the waitlist or to cancel your reservation please email
#habitatrestoration #naturalist #comoxvalley #cvlandtrust #estuary
Category Archives: Weekend Walks
March 1, 2020 Sunday Bird Walk – Cumberland Marsh
New birders are welcome to join experienced birders for this early Spring bird watching outing to Cumberland Marsh. This walk will be about 1.5 km in length on level pathways. We will be bird watching for about 2 hours. Meet … Continue reading
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Weekend Walk Schedule for Spring 2020
The advance schedule of weekend walks for members for the period from February 16 to May 16 is now available. Download it here. Of these trips, the ones on the following dates will be open to the public: March 22 … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walks: October 2018 – February 2019
MASTER SCHEDULE: Variances only announced by Loys Maingon Questions: CVN Walks October 2018 -February 2019 .PDF CVN WALKS: October 2018 to February 2019 All walks minimum 2 hrs PARTICIPANTS SHOULD MEET EITHER AT CARPOOLING LOCATION OR AT TRAILHEADS Carpooling … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walk: Sunday, 29th July 2018, Hike to Aston Pond
SUN. July 29, 8:30am: Hike to Aston Pond (near Panther Lake) A long day hike (14 km round trip) with biologist Loys Maingon on subalpine pond ecology. Pack a lunch. Meet at Parking area on Strathcona Parkway just off Highway … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walk: Saturday, 28th July 2018, Paradise Meadows – Trees & Lichens
SAT. July 28, 1:00pm : Nature Walk –Paradise Meadows – trees & Lichens A 2-2 ½ hour walk around the Meadows led by forester Margaret Symon. Meet at the Strathcona Park Wilderness Centre, Paradise Meadows at 1:00 pm. Sturdy footwear … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walk: Sunday, 22nd July 2018, Hike up Mt Becher
SUN. July 22, 9:00am: Hike up Mt Becher – Evolution of land plants. Paleontologist Randal Mindell will use examples from the hike up Mt Becher (11km round trip) to show how land plants evolved. Meet at the trailhead at the … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walk: Saturday, 21st July 2018, Paradise Meadows flora & fauna
SAT. July 21, time 9:30am : Nature Walk –Paradise Meadows flora & fauna Naturalist Joel Kositsky will lead a 2-2 ½ hour walk around the Meadows . Meet at the Strathcona Park Wilderness Centre, Paradise Meadows, at 9:30 am. Sturdy … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walk: Sunday, 15th July 2018, Geology of Karst Creek Nature Trail
SUN. July 15, 10:30 am: Nature Walk – Geology of Karst Creek Nature Trail, Buttle Lake Area Paleontologist Randal Mindell will lead an easy walk around the 2km Karst Creek trail at Buttle Lake. Meet at the trailhead, on Westmin … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walk: Saturday, 14th July 2018, McKenzie Meadows Hike
SAT. July 14, 8:30 am: McKenzie Meadows Hike– Subalpine ecosystems An easy, 3 km one-way hike from trailhead into McKenzie & Douglas Lakes & the Meadows, with biologist Loys Maingon. Meet at Parking area on Strathcona Parkway just off Highway … Continue reading
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Upcoming Walk: Sunday, 8th July 2018, Circlet Lake Hike
SUN. July 8, 8:30 am: Circlet Lake Hike – Avalanche Lily search. Biologist Loys Maingon will lead this strenuous full-day hike up to the vicinity of Circlet Lake – 20 km round trip. Pack a lunch. Expect wet snow beyond … Continue reading
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