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- New Article: New microorganism and biodiversity in Strathcona Park
- Members and public invited to CVN’s 2024 AGM on February 25
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- Winter 2023-24 fungi review, part 1
- Kitty Coleman fungi (fall 2023)
- Recording for talk on reducing wildfire harms
- Nominate a tree for 2024 Trees of the Year
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CVN Facebook Posts
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Before the rain stops and the herring spawn gets into full swing I have to share this amazing piece of work sent to my by my physics prof brother. This is a link to the YouTube introduction to the oVert project youtu.be/1VqLsNMIPmc?si=uZ7py8YfigOJdVo4(love the Grieg 'hall of the mountain king' sound track) Here is a link to the Florida Museum hosting the project results: www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/overt/Huge body of work you can come back to over and over. Mind Blown.2 weeks ago
🌳Comox Valley Nature holds an annual “Trees of the Year” event to identify and highlight individual trees of significant interest or importance or beauty in the Comox Valley. The goal of the event is to foster a strong connection with nature, increase awareness of cherished local trees, and raise interest in the value and protection of trees.🌳Any Comox Valley resident can nominate a tree they love within the Comox Valley Regional District boundaries. As of 2024, the nomination period runs from February 1 to March 31.🌳When nominating a tree, consider your personal attraction to the tree. Is it beautiful or eye-catching? Is it ecologically or economically important? Does it have a unique history, or is it of cultural significance? Whatever your reason for choosing to nominate a particular tree, we invite you to share its story with us!🌳Consider checking out our cycle routes for the nomination phase. These will guide you to tree-rich areas that we have identified throughout our area and linked into cycle routes. These routes offer opportunities for observation, discovery and active exploration of trees.🌳All the nominated trees will go on a map for the year, articles and posts will highlight the stories of the trees, and on June 1, one nominator’s name will be drawn at random for a small prize.🌳For more information on the history of this global event and to nominate your favorite tree, visitcomoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca/activities/tree-of-the-year-contest/ ... See MoreSee Less2 weeks ago
🌳We are excited to announce the revival of our public walk series.🌳In our inaugural walk "Incredible Trees", arborist Verna Mumby, will introduce you to the fascinating tree species growing in the Comox Exhibition Grounds natural area. She will share information about wildlife trees, danger trees and the importance of trees to this ecosystem and indeed to all of us!🌳This walk will be on flat terrain over some tree roots – approximately an hour long and 2km distance.🌳Walks are free to the public, register to reserve your spot at comoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca/event/incredible-trees-public-walk/CV Land Trust & Conservation Partnership ... See MoreSee Less3 weeks ago
Comox Valley Nature held its first hybrid zoom meeting, on Feb 25th, in our new venue at Comox United Church. We heard presentations from various groups such as birding, photography, habitat restoration and public walks. Thanks to all who attended, and to the group leaders for their continued efforts. It was so exciting to hear about all the hard work going on to support and explore our environment. If you haven't done so, consider joining as a member and increase your connection to nature in the Comox Valley. comoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca/ ... See MoreSee Less3 weeks ago
It was great to see so many members come to the CVN AGM on Sunday. It seems so long since the start of COVID and our last in person meetings. During my presentation I mentioned there are 42 spherical panoramas on the CVN website associated with the viewing guide. Here is a link to the alphabetical list where you can find them along with instructions to view:comoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca/nature-viewing-guide-spherical-panoramas/Below is a sample providing a 'fly over' of Kin Beach. Be sure to check out some of the nature viewing locations. ... See MoreSee Less
Category Archives: Guest Speakers
Recording for talk on seed-based restoration
Comox Valley Nature recently hosted the following webinar, facilitated by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists: Title: Seed-based Restoration for Urban Settings on Vancouver IslandSpeaker: Kristen Miskelly (Satinflower Nurseries)Date: Sunday, February 18, 2024 If you missed this event or would … Continue reading
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Recording for talk on reducing wildfire harms
Comox Valley Nature members and others recently attended the following webinar hosted by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists: Title: To Reduce the Social and Economic Damage from High Severity Wildfires, We Must Transform our LandscapesSpeaker: Bob Gray (R.W. Gray … Continue reading
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Learn about seed-based restoration for urban settings
Comox Valley Nature members and the general public are invited to the following free online lecture presented by CVN and facilitated by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists: Title: Seed-based Restoration for Urban Settings on Vancouver IslandSpeakers: Kristen Miskelly (Satinflower … Continue reading
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Recording for talk on Vanier Garry oak restoration
Comox Valley Nature recently hosted the following webinar, facilitated by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists: Title: Conserving and Restoring a Legacy: Vanier Forest Garry Oak Restoration ProjectSpeakers: Jim Boulter, Karen Cummins, Eloise HollandDate: Sunday, January 21, 2024 If you … Continue reading
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Learn about restoring Garry oaks in Vanier Forest
Comox Valley Nature members and the general public are invited to the following free online lecture presented by CVN and facilitated by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists: Title: Conserving and Restoring a Legacy: Vanier Forest Garry Oak Restoration ProjectSpeakers: … Continue reading
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Recording for talk on climate adaptation at the local scale
Comox Valley Nature members and others recently attended the following webinar facilitated by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists: Title: Beyond Climate Change: the nuts and bolts of adaptation at the local scaleSpeaker: Dr. Ruth WaldickDate: Sunday, December 10, 2023 … Continue reading
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Learn about wildfires and how to reduce harms
This webinar, which was originally planned for September 21, has been rescheduled as noted below. CVN members and the general public are invited to attend the following free online lecture hosted by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists: Title: To … Continue reading
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Learn about climate adaptation at the local scale
Comox Valley Nature members and the general public are invited to the following free online lecture facilitated by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists: Title: Beyond Climate Change: the nuts and bolts of adaptation at the local scaleSpeaker: Dr. Ruth … Continue reading
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Recording for talk on 21st century forest solutions
Comox Valley Nature members and others recently attended the following webinar presented by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists: Title: 21st-Century Forest Solutions: How Can We Slow Down or Stop: Heat Domes, Droughts, Forest Fires, & Flooding?Speaker: Erik PiikkilaDate: Sunday, … Continue reading
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Learn about BC Nature’s work on Key Biodiversity Areas
Comox Valley Nature invites its members and the general public to the following free online lecture, facilitated by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists: Title: Key Biodiversity Areas and Protected Areas: B.C. Nature Projects in 2023Speakers: Liam Ragan and Kephra … Continue reading
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