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SUMMARY:Restoration @ Maple Bay Garry Oaks
DESCRIPTION:Whats better than fall in the oaks?  We provide gloves\, knee pads and tools\, or you can bring your own along with water\, weather-appropriate clothing and suitable footwear. \nSessions are capped at 10 volunteers\, so sign up quickly using WhatsApp or email (lmmitic@gmail.com) and If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend let me know as soon as possible so we can offer the spot to someone else.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/restoration-maple-bay-garry-oaks-5/
LOCATION:Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve\, AitkenRoad\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 5S1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Community Land Trust":MAILTO:info@cowichanlandtrust.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T171941Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Mid Island Mushroom Festival
DESCRIPTION:For over a decade the Aerosmith Naturalists have hosted this festival at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre\, 747 Jones Street\, Qualicum Beach. Presumeably the same location this year. Why not make a day of it?
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/annual-mid-island-mushroom-festival/
LOCATION:Qualicum Beach Civic Center\, 747 Jones St\, Qualicum Beach\, BC\, V9K 1S7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.naturecowichan.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/2026-MushFest-Poster.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Arrowsmith Naturalists":MAILTO:arrowsmithnaturalists@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T110000
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CREATED:20261004T205505Z
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SUMMARY:Wildwood Haloween Myth-tery
DESCRIPTION:Let’s separate the fake news from the truth about some of the scarier forest animals!
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/wildwood-haloween-myth-tery/
LOCATION:Wildwood\, 2929 Crane Rd\, Ladysmith\, BC\, V9G 1C4\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ecoforestry Institute Society":MAILTO:info@ecoforestry.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20261008T161518Z
CREATED:20261008T161518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T161518Z
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SUMMARY:Restoration @ Maple Bay Garry Oaks
DESCRIPTION:Whats better than fall in the oaks?  We provide gloves\, knee pads and tools\, or you can bring your own along with water\, weather-appropriate clothing and suitable footwear. \nSessions are capped at 10 volunteers\, so sign up quickly using WhatsApp or email (lmmitic@gmail.com) and If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend let me know as soon as possible so we can offer the spot to someone else.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/restoration-maple-bay-garry-oaks-4/
LOCATION:Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve\, AitkenRoad\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 5S1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Community Land Trust":MAILTO:info@cowichanlandtrust.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T153000
DTSTAMP:20261004T204903Z
CREATED:20261004T204903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T204903Z
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SUMMARY:Wildwood-Fungal Foray
DESCRIPTION:Join well known mycologists Andy and Kem for another great mushrooming romp.  Worth it just to wonder in the big old trees.  Perhaps even collect your own specimen to submit to the Mycomap project: The MycoMap Network \nBe sure to register in advance to save a spot!
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/wildwood-fungal-foray/
LOCATION:Wildwood\, 2929 Crane Rd\, Ladysmith\, BC\, V9G 1C4\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ecoforestry Institute Society":MAILTO:info@ecoforestry.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T140000
DTSTAMP:20261004T210203Z
CREATED:20261004T210203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T210203Z
UID:38320-1792746000-1792764000@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Pro-D Day-Camp (5-10yr olds)
DESCRIPTION:A Pro-D daycamp for kids ages 5-10. Lots of outdoor activities.    Be sure to register in advance.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/pro-d-day-camp-5-10yr-olds/
LOCATION:Wildwood\, 2929 Crane Rd\, Ladysmith\, BC\, V9G 1C4\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.naturecowichan.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/ProD.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecoforestry Institute Society":MAILTO:info@ecoforestry.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T120000
DTSTAMP:20261008T161330Z
CREATED:20261008T161330Z
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SUMMARY:Restoration @ Maple Bay Garry Oaks
DESCRIPTION:Whats better than fall in the oaks?  We provide gloves\, knee pads and tools\, or you can bring your own along with water\, weather-appropriate clothing and suitable footwear. \nSessions are capped at 10 volunteers\, so sign up quickly using WhatsApp or email (lmmitic@gmail.com) and If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend let me know as soon as possible so we can offer the spot to someone else.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/restoration-maple-bay-garry-oaks-3/
LOCATION:Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve\, AitkenRoad\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 5S1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Community Land Trust":MAILTO:info@cowichanlandtrust.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260922T173642Z
CREATED:20260908T185324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T173642Z
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SUMMARY:NC Speaker-Turtles
DESCRIPTION:Nature Cowichan hosts Peter Ballin\, Biologist and Director with BC Nature will speak on Turtles.  This is a zoom-only event.  Nature Cowichan members will receive the zoom link in their emails.  Non-members must request the link by emailing cvns@naturecowichan.net
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/nc-speaker-turtles/
LOCATION:Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.naturecowichan.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/October-2026-Speaker-Poster.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Cowichan":MAILTO:cvns@naturecowichan.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T150000
DTSTAMP:20260927T022454Z
CREATED:20260927T022454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T022454Z
UID:38300-1792501200-1792508400@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal - Somenos Oaks
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a collaboration event with the Cowichan Community Land Trust to pull invasive hawthorn\, blackberry\, and broom from the Somenos Garry Oak Protected Area. Learn about different removal methods and the uniqueness of the Garry oak ecosystems. You can expect to do some digging\, cutting and moving of invasive plant material. Bring weather appropriate clothing and water\, SMWS will provide tools\, snacks\, and warm drinks.  \nWe will be meeting on site at the end of York Road\, left off Trillium Terrace through the Timberlands neighbourhood.  \nIf you are interested in joining us for this event\, please email us at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com for more details.  
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/invasive-plant-removal-somenos-oaks/
LOCATION:York Road End\, End of York Road off of Trillium Terrace\, Duncan\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260914T162131Z
CREATED:20260914T162131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T162131Z
UID:38271-1792486800-1792497600@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Cowichan Stewardship Round Table
DESCRIPTION:A place to share information about our great Sta’lo’.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/cowichan-stewardship-round-table-4/
LOCATION:Fish Health Building\, 1080 Wharncliffe Road\, Duncan\, British Columbia\, V9L2K7\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Stewardship Round Table":MAILTO:cowichanstewardshiproundtable@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T203000
DTSTAMP:20260923T021438Z
CREATED:20260923T021438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T021438Z
UID:38288-1792436400-1792441800@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:CWB Speakers Night: The Mystery of 6PPD-Q: Coho\, Cars\, and a Deadly Chemical Conundrum
DESCRIPTION:In 2007\, thousands of juvenile coho salmon were discovered dead in Fish Gut Alley in Duncan. For nearly two decades\, the reason remained a mystery. Today\, we finally understand why. \nJoin the CWB\, Dr. Erik Krogh\, Qutxulenuhw Tim Kulchyski\, and Haley Tomlin\, to learn about the case of 6PPD-Q\, the toxic chemical found in tires that poses a deadly threat to young salmon. Hear about the discovery\, the mystery\, the work done to solve it\, and what’s being done to mitigate the threat. The evening will begin with a presentation from Dr. Krogh about how he\, along with other researchers at VIU\, have been working closely with the BC Conservation Foundation (BCCF)\, First Nation partners\, and community members from Victoria to Campbell River to learn more about how\, where\, and with what severity 6PPD-Q is impacting urban streams. After his presentation\, Dr. Krogh will be joined for a panel discussion by Biologist and CWB Board member Tim Kulchyski\, who was one of the first people notified when the initial die-off was discovered in Fish Gut Alley\, as well as BCCF Biologist Haley Tomlin. \nLearn more about our speakers ⬇️: \nErik Krogh (PhD\, P.Chem.) is a Professor of Chemistry at Vancouver Island University and co-Director of the Centre for Health and Environmental Mass Spectrometry. He teaches environmental chemistry and maintains a nationally funded research group of undergraduate and graduate students. Recently\, he has led a large-scale project characterizing tire wear toxicants in urban waters on Vancouver Island. \nQutxulenuhw Tim Kulchyski is a Natural Resource Consultant in the Cowichan Tribes Lands and Self-Governance Department and serves as a member of the Cowichan Watershed Board. He has worked with a variety of clients assessing upland\, freshwater\, and marine ecosystems for over 20 years. \nHaley Tomlin (RPBio\, BSc) has a background in aquatic ecology\, environmental monitoring\, project management\, and coordinating citizen science programs. She joined the BCCF team in early 2022 and has been working as a biologist for nearly 10 years. Previous roles have involved developing and implementing a tire wear toxicant monitoring program\, a forage fish spawning habitat monitoring program\, and small-scale restoration projects\, all have involved working closely with community-based stewardship groups. \nThis Speakers Series is hosted by the Cowichan Watershed Board\, with the support of VIU Cowichan and funding from the Watershed Security Fund.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/cwb-speakers-night-the-mystery-of-6ppd-q-coho-cars-and-a-deadly-chemical-conundrum/
LOCATION:VIU Cowichan Campus\, 2011 University Way\, North Cowichan\, British Columbia\, V9L 0C7\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Watershed Board":MAILTO:info@cowichanwatershedboard.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260922T182056Z
CREATED:20260922T182056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T182056Z
UID:38285-1792335600-1792342800@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Plant Teachings from My Auntie - Fund Raiser CENC
DESCRIPTION:An Intimate Afternoon with Geraldine Manson – Plant Teachings from my Auntie. The event is by registration on Eventbrite.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/plant-teachings-from-my-auntie-fund-raiser-cenc/
LOCATION:Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre\, 1845 Cowichan Bay Road\, Cowichan Bay\, British Columbia\, V0R1N0\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.naturecowichan.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/Geraldine-Manson-Poster-Double-Sided-Poster-Portrait.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Estuary Nature Center":MAILTO:info@cowichanestuary.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20261008T161130Z
CREATED:20261008T161130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T161130Z
UID:38335-1792227600-1792238400@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Restoration @ Maple Bay Garry Oaks
DESCRIPTION:Whats better than fall in the oaks?  We provide gloves\, knee pads and tools\, or you can bring your own along with water\, weather-appropriate clothing and suitable footwear. \nSessions are capped at 10 volunteers\, so sign up quickly using WhatsApp or email (lmmitic@gmail.com) and If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend let me know as soon as possible so we can offer the spot to someone else.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/restoration-maple-bay-garry-oaks-2/
LOCATION:Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve\, AitkenRoad\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 5S1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Community Land Trust":MAILTO:info@cowichanlandtrust.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260914T161651Z
CREATED:20260914T161651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T161651Z
UID:38270-1792224000-1792267200@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Municipal Elections
DESCRIPTION:Get out and exercise your democratic rights!
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/municipal-elections/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260914T163758Z
CREATED:20260914T163758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T163758Z
UID:38273-1792004400-1792011600@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Koksilah Watershed Gp Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Koksilah Watershed Working Group (KWG) usually meets third Wednesday of the month to talk about all things Koksilah – but this month it’s the second Monday.  Reason is that they have the good fortune to be joined by Debra Curran (Director and Professor School of Environmental Studies\, Professor Faculty of Law\, and Executive Director\, Environmental Law Centre).
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/koksilah-watershed-gp-meeting-2/
LOCATION:HUB-Cowichan Station\, 2375 Koksilah Road\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L6M5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Koksilah Watershed Working Group":MAILTO:info@cowichanstation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T120000
DTSTAMP:20261008T160935Z
CREATED:20261008T160935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T160935Z
UID:38334-1791968400-1791979200@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Restoration @ Maple Bay Garry Oaks
DESCRIPTION:Whats better than fall in the oaks?  We provide gloves\, knee pads and tools\, or you can bring your own along with water\, weather-appropriate clothing and suitable footwear. \nSessions are capped at 10 volunteers\, so sign up quickly using WhatsApp or email (lmmitic@gmail.com) and If your plans change and you’re no longer able to attend let me know as soon as possible so we can offer the spot to someone else.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/restoration-maple-bay-garry-oaks/
LOCATION:Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve\, AitkenRoad\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 5S1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Community Land Trust":MAILTO:info@cowichanlandtrust.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260923T160002Z
CREATED:20260923T160002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T160002Z
UID:38297-1791968400-1791979200@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Parrot's Feather Removal
DESCRIPTION:Help us pull the invasive aquatic weed parrot’s feather from Somenos Creek!  \nEvery week in the summer we will be in Somenos Creek cutting and removing parrot’s feather from Somenos Creek. Join us for a morning in the SMWS boat on Somenos Creek\, spot some wildlife\, learn about the impacts of invasive plants on aquatic ecosystems\, and be prepared to get a little dirty.   \nIf you want to join us or learn more about this event please email us at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com.  
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/parrots-feather-removal-16/
LOCATION:Rosewood Avenue End\, 2228 Rosewood Ave\, Duncan\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T200000
DTSTAMP:20261006T190255Z
CREATED:20261006T190255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T190255Z
UID:38322-1791914400-1791921600@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Workshop-Advancing The New Forest Act
DESCRIPTION:The New Forest Act has reached a new stage. Originally created by Jennifer Houton\, Dave Weaver and the Boundary Forest Watershed Stewardship Society (BFWSS)\, this proposal has been presented to numerous communities across the province and most recently in September to relevant government Ministers. Now the society\, having done its work\, is dissolving though the document and all the associated files will be preserved for the people of BC to continue promoting.  One of the last steps for the BFWSS is to hold this free online training workshop for people who want to understand the proposal\, talk about it in their own communities\, and take it to MLAs\, local governments\, organizations\, and other decision-makers. Watch video on the New Forest Act here: https://youtu.be/lummcIgVOEc \nUnder the New Forest Act\, ecological requirements come first. They determine what must be protected\, what must be restored\, and what land remains available for harvesting. Only then is allowable harvest determined. In other words: Ecological limits → land-use decisions → allowable harvest. You don’t pick a harvest number first and then arrange the landscape to produce it. \nThe BC government is currently promoting it’s Working Forest Landscape Model. Because both it and the proposed New Forest Act have three zones the two approaches can sound similar. They are not. The government’s model puts new zones and terminology over the existing forestry system. It retains a Working Forest Zone where timber production remains the priority\, while government continues to plan around a provincial harvest target of approximately 45 million cubic metres a year. \nWe’ll cover: \n\nwhat the New Forest Act proposes – and why the changes need to be in law;\nhow Protect–Restore–Harvest differs from the BC government’s current three-zone approach;\nthe key questions government has asked about the proposal\, including restoration\, ecological limits\, communities\, First Nations\, workers\, and fire;\nhow to respond when government points to existing programs or planning initiatives and says it is already addressing these issues;\nhow to explain the New Forest Act clearly without becoming a forestry expert;\nhow to talk about the proposal with MLAs\, local governments\, organizations\, and others;\nhow to make a clear\, concrete ask; and\npractical resources you can use after the workshop
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/workshop-advancing-the-new-forest-act/
LOCATION:Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.naturecowichan.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/Forests.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Boundary Forest Watershed Stewardship Society":MAILTO:boundaryforest@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261011T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261011T103000
DTSTAMP:20260822T013556Z
CREATED:20260822T002753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T013556Z
UID:38229-1791711000-1791714600@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Cowichan Bay - Coastal Waterbird Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Count the waterbirds for an hour along a 650 meter flat stretch of the Cowichan Bay waterfront. Meet at the Cowichan Estuary Nature Center\, binoculars and spotting scopes helpful\, Binos can be borrowed if requested in advance to kathrynmariec@gmail.com). Everyone welcome – just show up
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/cowichan-bay-coastal-bird-count-2/
LOCATION:Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre\, 1845 Cowichan Bay Road\, Cowichan Bay\, British Columbia\, V0R1N0\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Cowichan":MAILTO:cvns@naturecowichan.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261009T150000
DTSTAMP:20260923T155058Z
CREATED:20260923T155058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T155058Z
UID:38293-1791547200-1791558000@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Nest Box Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Join us to help maintain and monitor nest boxes. Every autumn we monitor and maintain the over 100 nest boxes that are placed around the marsh to provide habitat for tree swallows and other native marsh dwelling birds. Monitoring the boxes gives us an insight into how successful the boxes are at providing habitat for our native birds\, and ensures they are clean and prepped for next spring when the swallows will return.   \nIf you want to join us or learn more about this event please email us at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com. 
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/nest-box-monitoring/
LOCATION:Open Air Classroom At the Somenos Conservation Area
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T200000
DTSTAMP:20261004T203354Z
CREATED:20261004T203354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T203354Z
UID:38314-1791484200-1791489600@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:YES - Mosquitoes Evening
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to YellowPoint Ecological Society’s (YES) – Mosquitoes Evening!  Bring yourself – Insect repellant not needed! Mosquitoes – they really know how to bug people. Why did the mosquito go to the dentist? To improve his bite!  This summer\, at Lake Cowichan\, so many people reported a mosquito problem that the police had to deploy a swat team. \nCome join in the fun!
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/yes-mosquitoes-evening/
LOCATION:North Oyster Community Center\, 13467 Cedar Rd\, Ladysmith\, BC\, V9G 1H6\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.naturecowichan.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/Mosquito.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Yellow Point Ecological Society":MAILTO:yellowpoint2020@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260923T155847Z
CREATED:20260923T155847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T155847Z
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SUMMARY:Parrot's Feather Removal
DESCRIPTION:Help us pull the invasive aquatic weed parrot’s feather from Somenos Creek!  \nEvery week in the summer we will be in Somenos Creek cutting and removing parrot’s feather from Somenos Creek. Join us for a morning in the SMWS boat on Somenos Creek\, spot some wildlife\, learn about the impacts of invasive plants on aquatic ecosystems\, and be prepared to get a little dirty.   \nIf you want to join us or learn more about this event please email us at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com.  
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/parrots-feather-removal-15/
LOCATION:Rosewood Avenue End\, 2228 Rosewood Ave\, Duncan\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T150000
DTSTAMP:20260923T155405Z
CREATED:20260923T155405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T155405Z
UID:38294-1791291600-1791298800@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal – Garry Oak Protected Area
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a collaboration event with the Cowichan Community Land Trust to pull invasive hawthorn\, blackberry\, and broom from the Somenos Garry Oak Protected Area. Learn about different removal methods and the uniqueness of the Garry oak ecosystems. You can expect to do some digging\, cutting and moving of invasive plant material. Bring weather appropriate clothing and water\, SMWS will provide tools\, snacks\, and warm drinks.  \nWe will be meeting on site at the end of York Road\, left off Trillium Terrace through the Timberlands neighbourhood.  \nIf you are interested in joining us for this event\, please email us at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com for more details.  
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/invasive-plant-removal-garry-oak-protected-area-7/
LOCATION:York Road End\, End of York Road off of Trillium Terrace\, Duncan\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261005T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261005T123000
DTSTAMP:20260923T155731Z
CREATED:20260923T155731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T155731Z
UID:38295-1791196200-1791203400@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Water Quality Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of hands-on water quality monitoring across the S’amunu/Somenos Watershed! We’ll visit Somenos\, Bings\, Averill\, and Richards Creeks\, carpooling between sites to collect samples and record data. It’s a great opportunity to learn about key water quality parameters and how our creeks are affected by development and climate change.  \nIf you are interested in joining us\, please email us at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com as there is limited space available.  
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/water-quality-monitoring-12/
LOCATION:Somenos Creek Dog Park\, Somenos Creek Dog Park\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L3G1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T164006Z
CREATED:20260807T164006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T164006Z
UID:38209-1791194400-1791201600@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Ladysmith Native Plant Work
DESCRIPTION:Every 1st Monday of the month – Transfer Beach Native Plant beds between the Kinsman Hut and Amphitheatre. Led by Nikki Toxopeus.  Come and visit us there between 10 and noon as we weed\, learn and label plants\, make notes\, and collect native grasses and forbs seeds for planting at our other project at Sunny Glades. \n\n\n\n\nAdd to calendar
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/ladysmith-native-plant-work/
LOCATION:Transfer Beach\, 200 Transfer Beach Road\, Ladysmith\, BC\, V9G 1W2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Holland Creek":MAILTO:hollandcreekinvasives@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261005T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261005T113000
DTSTAMP:20260908T190019Z
CREATED:20260908T190019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T190019Z
UID:38259-1791192600-1791199800@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Nature & Coffee?
DESCRIPTION:A small\, informal pop-up for anyone who wants to meet and yak about local\, nature topics.  No formal speaker will be present.  Let’s just see where it takes us….
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/nature-coffee/
LOCATION:Fish Health Building\, 1080 Wharncliffe Road\, Duncan\, British Columbia\, V9L2K7\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Cowichan":MAILTO:cvns@naturecowichan.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261004T150000
DTSTAMP:20260927T025814Z
CREATED:20260914T161136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T025814Z
UID:38269-1791118800-1791126000@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Hands Off Old Growth Rally - Victoria
DESCRIPTION:Hands Off Old Growth Rally\, BC Legislature lawn\, Victoria. Speakers\, live music\, and a giant “Hands Off” canvas where you can trace your hand. (Elders for Ancient Trees\, Sierra Club of BC\, Pacific Wild\, Walbran Defenders\, SOFT-CV\, Save What’s Left).
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/hands-off-old-growth-rally/
LOCATION:BC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.naturecowichan.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/274b0d75-3d90-4e35-942d-b35ec075147e.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260925T212942Z
CREATED:20260925T212942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T212942Z
UID:38298-1791111600-1791118800@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Lake Cowichan Town&River Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Celebrate World Clean-up Day and BC Rivers Day and Keep Cowichan Lake and River Clean!\n\n\n\n\n\nPick-up stations will be located at: \n\n\nAll N All Tire \n\n\nCentral Park \n\n\nThe Duck Pond \n\n\nTs’uu-baa-asatx Square \n\n\nKate’s Park \n\n\nSaywell Park \n\n\nNo need to register\, just come to any pick-up station to get supplies and return the litter –  or you can simply pick-up litter in your own neighbourhood and drop it at the stations. \nAfter the litter is collected at around 1:00pm\, come to Saywell Park for a family-friendly celebration\, with face painting\, kite-making\, fishpond with prizes\, and other fun and games with CLRSS members\, and other community volunteers\, including  the Lake Ambassadors. \nPartners and supporters: Town of Lake Cowichan\, Cowichan Lake District Chamber of Commerce\, Mid-Island Co-op\, Kaatza Museum\, Tim Hortons\, Surfriders South Vancouver Island\, Lake Cowichan School \nFor more information\, such as volunteering on pre-event planning or at one of the pick-up stations\, please contact: tolccleanup@gmail.com
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/lake-cowichan-townriver-cleanup/
LOCATION:BC
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Lake and River Stewardship Society":MAILTO:judybrayden@shaw.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260927T163840Z
CREATED:20260810T011422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T163840Z
UID:38210-1791032400-1791039600@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Meeting to establish a Natural Burial Cemetary in Cowichan Region
DESCRIPTION:A community event is taking place regarding establishing a natural burial cemetery society in the Cowichan Region. An introductory film and discussion will be shared. It will take a strong community effort\, so I invite you to come and welcome others to join you. After the film showing\, we anticipate a healthy discussion and plan to establish a committee. We want this to be a truly inclusive and community based cemetery that is ecologically vibrant and aligns for future generations.  \nHere’s a shortcut to the film trailer: https://vimeo.com/1175951633
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/meeting-to-establish-a-natural-burial-cemetary-in-cowichan-region/
LOCATION:Duncan United Church\, 246 Ingram Street\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 6M5\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.naturecowichan.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/51cf937d-bc93-4fed-b636-f37c86f2c0fa.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260923T150302Z
CREATED:20260819T204201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T150302Z
UID:38224-1790672400-1790683200@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Parrot's Feather Removal
DESCRIPTION:Help us pull the invasive aquatic weed parrot’s feather from Somenos Creek! \nEvery week in the summer we will be in Somenos Creek cutting and removing parrot’s feather from Somenos Creek. Join us for a morning in the SMWS boat on Somenos Creek\, spot some wildlife\, learn about the impacts of invasive plants on aquatic ecosystems\, and be prepared to get a little dirty. \nIf you want to join us or learn more about this event please email us at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/parrots-feather-removal-14/
LOCATION:Rosewood Avenue End\, 2228 Rosewood Ave\, Duncan\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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