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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boundary Forest Watershed Stewardship Society":MAILTO:boundaryforest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260923T160002Z
CREATED:20260923T160002Z
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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-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:20261014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T120000
DTSTAMP:20261008T160935Z
CREATED:20261008T160935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T160935Z
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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/
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: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:20261015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T200000
DTSTAMP:20261010T161928Z
CREATED:20261010T161928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261010T161928Z
UID:38341-1792087200-1792094400@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Ladysmith Garden Club-Nurturing Biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Holland Creek will be at Eagles Hall with native plants and seeds for the Ladysmith Saltair Garden Club talk on Nurturing and Sheltering Biodiversity by Linda Brooyman.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/ladysmith-garden-club-nurturing-biodiversity/
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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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20261008T161130Z
CREATED:20261008T161130Z
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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-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:20261018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260922T182056Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Estuary Nature Center":MAILTO:info@cowichanestuary.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T100000
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UID:38342-1792404000-1792411200@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Holland Crk Ladysmith Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Every 3rd Monday of the month – we meet at Methuen Hut  by the Holland Creek Trail head parking lot. We will continue with site preparation and start planting shrubs at Sunny Glades or start on site preparation for Daphne’s Demise and Buddha’s Blessing further upstream.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/holland-crk-ladysmith-restoration/
LOCATION:Holland Creek\, 374 Dogwood Dr\,\, Ladysmith\, BC\, V9G 0B9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Holland Creek":MAILTO:hollandcreekinvasives@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:20261020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T120000
DTSTAMP:20261016T183705Z
CREATED:20260914T162131Z
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UID:38271-1792486800-1792497600@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Cowichan Stewardship Round Table
DESCRIPTION:Round the table to share information (or just listen in) about our great Sta’lo’ and a speaker. \nAt  10:45 am Caitlyn O’Connor\, Senior Environmental Analyst\, CVRD will give a talk: Cowichan  Valley Climate Projection. Caitlyn\, MSc is a Senior Environmental Analyst with the Cowichan Valley Regional District’s Environmental Services Division with over a decade of experience leading environmental and climate-related initiatives throughout the Pacific Northwest. From advancing the understanding of stormwater impacts in Puget Sound through published research to leading regional climate initiatives and administering multimillion-dollar environmental programs\, she is committed to bridging science\, policy\, and community needs to support informed decision-making for a sustainable future. \nIn person or on zoom: https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fus06web.zoom.us%2Fj%2F87002982060&data=05%7C02%7C%7Cb59b6357267942e6c77f08df2b0f59d7%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639277017056883704%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=e3eP%2FGxhJ%2FE5eznQ2SGJrCHE%2Fqzw57i6cLaoMfy0A%2Bc%3D&reserved=0
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: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:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260922T173642Z
CREATED:20260908T185324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T173642Z
UID:38258-1792522800-1792528200@www.naturecowichan.net
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;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTSTAMP:20261009T210447Z
CREATED:20261009T210447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T210447Z
UID:38340-1792540800-1792627199@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Nature Nanaimo-Mushroom Walk
DESCRIPTION:Walk with Terry Taylor amid the Fungi of the Forest Floor. Contact Nature Nanaimo for details on where and when….. \n 
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/nature-nanaimo-mushroom-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T120000
DTSTAMP:20261008T161330Z
CREATED:20261008T161330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T161330Z
UID:38336-1792573200-1792584000@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-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: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:20261023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T153000
DTSTAMP:20261004T204903Z
CREATED:20261004T204903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T204903Z
UID:38316-1792760400-1792769400@www.naturecowichan.net
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.naturecowichan.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/Fungi.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecoforestry Institute Society":MAILTO:info@ecoforestry.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20261024T041549Z
CREATED:20261008T161518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T041549Z
UID:38337-1792832400-1792843200@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T140000
DTSTAMP:20261004T205505Z
CREATED:20261004T205505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T205505Z
UID:38318-1792839600-1792850400@www.naturecowichan.net
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.naturecowichan.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/2026Myth-tery.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecoforestry Institute Society":MAILTO:info@ecoforestry.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T171941Z
CREATED:20260928T171941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T171941Z
UID:38305-1792926000-1792944000@www.naturecowichan.net
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:20261026T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T143000
DTSTAMP:20261023T202425Z
CREATED:20261023T202403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261023T202425Z
UID:38367-1793003400-1793025000@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Cowichan Watershed Board Meeting and Potluck Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Our next Board meeting will be on Monday\, October 26th from 9am-12pm at Si’em Lelum Gymnasium. Our Board package and full meeting agenda are available here. \nAs usual\, you can join us early (8:30am) to enjoy some pre-meeting chats\, tea\, coffee\, and treats with our Board and staff. However\, a little more unusually\, this month we will also be having a potluck after our meeting adjourns to celebrate our ongoing Board members. The potluck will be from 12-2:30pm. All welcome—please bring something to share if you can!
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/cowichan-watershed-board-meeting-potluck-lunch/
LOCATION:Siem Lelum Gymnasium (5574 River Road\, Duncan)\, 5574 River Road\, Duncan\, British Columbia\, V9L 6V9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Watershed Board":MAILTO:info@cowichanwatershedboard.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T120000
DTSTAMP:20261008T161712Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T161712Z
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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:20261028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T150000
DTSTAMP:20261021T163254Z
CREATED:20261021T163254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T163254Z
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SUMMARY:Open Air Classroom Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon at the Open Air Classroom to help plant some beautiful trees and shrubs. The Open Air Classroom is an ongoing restoration protect and every little bit helps to improve the health and function of the recovering ecosystem. You can expect to learn about the Open Air Classroom ecosystem and the Somenos Marsh while planting trees and shrubs\, please bring weather appropriate clothing\, water and good shoes\, gloves and tools will be provided. \nIf you would like to attend\, please let us know by emailing Phaedra at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com. \n 
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/open-air-classroom-restoration/
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:20261028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T193000
DTSTAMP:20261022T172525Z
CREATED:20261022T172525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T172525Z
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SUMMARY:Cowichan Green Community - AGM
DESCRIPTION:CGC is excited to be hosting their 2026 Annual General Meeting in-person. Tea\, coffee and baked treats from our Beverly Street farm will be served. \nThey are honoured to have Tim Kulchyski as the guest speaker for the evening! \nPlease RSVP or get more info by emailing kortnee@cowichangreencommunity.org or calling 250-748-8506. \n 
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/cowichan-green-community-agm/
LOCATION:Duncan United Church\, 246 Ingram Street\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 6M5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Green Community":MAILTO:hannahsophia@cowichangreencommunity.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261102T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261102T233000
DTSTAMP:20261023T030537Z
CREATED:20261023T030537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261023T030537Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Chats over coffee
DESCRIPTION:Nature Cowichan members meet on the first Monday of the month and swap stories\, tell lies and generally WOW each other with tidbits about nature.  Anyone can join us\, just bring a toonie for coffee.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/nature-chats-over-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:20261102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261102T120000
DTSTAMP:20261010T163144Z
CREATED:20261010T163144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261010T163144Z
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SUMMARY:Ladysmith - Native Plant Maintenance - Transfer Beach
DESCRIPTION:Every 1st Monday of the month we meet at Transfer Beach Native Plant beds between the Kinsman Hut and Amphitheatre.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/ladysmith-native-plant-maintenance-transfer-beach/
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:20261104T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T140000
DTSTAMP:20261014T163950Z
CREATED:20261014T163011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T163950Z
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SUMMARY:Stoney Hill Regional Park - Scotch Broom Removal Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nCVRD Parks & Trails needs your help removing invasive Scotch Broom from ecologically sensitive areas of Stoney Hill Regional Park! Please join us on Wednesday November 4\, 2026\, from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm. \nWe will meet at the park entrance on Stoney Hill Road. Please dress for the weather and come prepared for a hike. \nPlease pre-register or let us know if you plan to come! Volunteer refreshments\, tools\, gloves and instruction will be provided. Contact the Parks Volunteer Coordinator with any questions you might have: 250.746.2649 or parks.volunteers@cvrd.bc.ca.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/stoney-hill-regional-park-scotch-broom-removal-volunteer-event/
LOCATION:Stoney HIll Regional Park\, North Cowichan\, BC\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Valley Regional District%3A Parks & Trails":MAILTO:parks.volunteers@cvrd.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T140000
DTSTAMP:20261022T215859Z
CREATED:20261022T215859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T215859Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Planting at the Somenos Conservation Area [OAC]
DESCRIPTION:When: Wednesday\, November 4\, 12-2pm \nWhere: We meet at the Somenos Conservation Area parking lot\, just north of Duncan off hwy 1. See map here \nWhat to Bring: Water\, weather-appropriate clothing\, gloves and good shoes. We will provide snacks\, extra gloves if needed\, and planting tools. \nWhat to Expect: We will be planting native trees in the Someonos Conservation Area to improve biodiveristy and wildlife habitat. The holes are already dug and ready to go!
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/tree-planting-at-the-somenos-conservation-area-oac/
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:20261105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T123000
DTSTAMP:20261101T195424Z
CREATED:20261101T195424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261101T195424Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Change Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming noon hour workshop in Duncan this Thursday. This follows on the heels of a presentation at the BCRTA Conference last month. (We apologize for the late notice). The Cowichan Valley Retired Teachers Association (CVRTA) has been able to coordinate with Seniors for Climate to bring in three experts who are actively working on addressing climate issues: Bill Darnell who was on the Senior’s for Climate caravan and a founding member of Greenpeace; Patricia Lane\, a climate communicator and active on climate issues with a number of organizations; and Rieky Stuart who has worked in international development in Asia and Africa for many years.\n\nBreaking the Climate Silence was a panel discussion at the BCRTA Conference in September\, and we felt strongly about bringing the issues to share with you. Family and friends are welcome to this free event. If you are planning to attend\, please reply to cvrtasecretary@gmail.com \nDavid Brockhurst\nPresident\, Cowichan Valley Retired Teachers’ Association
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/climate-change-workshop/
LOCATION:Cowichan Community Center\, 2687 James St\, DUNCAN BRITISH COLUMBIA V9L 2X5\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 2X5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T160000
DTSTAMP:20261022T175928Z
CREATED:20261022T175928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T175928Z
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SUMMARY:Garry Oak Ecosystems Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The 18th annual Garry Oak Ecosystems Gathering will be taking place on Lək̓ʷəŋən Territory as we come together to learn\, share\, and build community. \n\n\nGarry Oak ecosystems are cultural spaces that evolved under the care of local Indigenous Peoples. They are recognized places of Indigenous spirituality\, knowledge\, history and sustenance. They are also home to the highest biodiversity and to the most species at risk of any terrestrial ecosystem in British Columbia. In Canada\, they are confined to southeastern Vancouver Island\, the nearby Gulf Islands and two isolated spots in the Fraser River Valley. Across their full range stretching into California\, they are globally imperilled. \nThe annual Garry Oak Ecosystems Gathering aims to bring together First Nations\, researchers\, practitioners\, governments\, community members and students who are actively involved or interested in restoring oak and associated ecosystems. This year’s event continues the important work towards building relationships between our historical membership and the First Nations on whose traditional territories we conduct our work. \nOur desire is to help nurture an ethical space in which our we can come together and be united in doing our work in a good way. The day will weave together important teachings with time for questions\, discussion and refection. \n\n\n\nWe are honoured for Elder May Sam and Scott Sam of W̱JOȽEȽP Nation to lead the day in protocol and songs. Over the day\, there will be presentations on a range of topics from distinguished speakers including: \n\n\nBeangka Elliott (W̱SÁNEĆ Nation)\nKnowledge Keeper\nBobbi-Jo Basarab (Hwlitsum Nation) and Adam Huggins\nGaliano Conservancy Q’úyél q’úwen (Restoring the Balance) Project\nKate McIntyre\, Jiaju Wu and Ryan Senechal (Garry Oak Meadow Preservation Society\, University of British Columbia)\nRemote Sensing: a collaboration to accurately locate and measure Garry Oak trees in Saanich and Victoria\nKristen Miskelly and David Krug (Satinflower Nurseries)\nLocal Native Seed Supply Research for Prairie Oak Restoration\nNancy Shackelford and Darcy Matthews (University of Victoria)\nThe importance of integrating archaeology and heritage into restoration thinking \nThe program will include breaks throughout the day with ample time to enjoy refreshments and connect with other participants. \n\n\n\nThe price of admission (sliding scale (0-$70) includes a delicious premium boxed lunch catered by Songhees Events and Catering. Participants will be able to choose their preferred lunch protein\, and notify us of any dietary restrictions at check-out.   Registration begins at 8:00 am and the gathering will begin at 9:00 am. Coffee will be available.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/garry-oak-ecosystems-gathering-2/
LOCATION:University of Victoria\, 3800 Finnerty Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, V8P 5C2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="GOERT":MAILTO:info@goert.ca
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