Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve-Volunteer Restoration
One of the best examples of Garry Oak meadows in the Valley. Closed to the public except during these restoration events. Sessions run from 9:30 am-12:30pm. Might see some Blue...
One of the best examples of Garry Oak meadows in the Valley. Closed to the public except during these restoration events. Sessions run from 9:30 am-12:30pm. Might see some Blue...
The water quality crew meets at the Somenos Dog Park and carpools from there, heading to five sites in the S'amunu Watershed to test creek water and take samples. If...
One of the best examples of Garry Oak meadows in the Valley. Closed to the public except during these restoration events. Sessions run from 9:30 am-12:30pm. Might see some Blue...
Every Wednesday in July. Various locations in the S'amunu Watershed looking for important species, invasives and doing a basic inventory. Mostly picking up minnow traps and recording fish data. Meet...
We will be removing the invasive plant -parrot's feather- from Somenos Creek between Tzouhalem Road and Lakes Road every Thursday in July. We will meet our crew on site at...
Sarah Boon has just published Meltdown: The Making and Breaking of a Field Scientist ~ Read about her field adventures in snow and ice and the tough decision of choosing an academic career...
Construction of a new viewing platform on Blackley's Farm Dike has just been completed and an inauguration ceremony is planned in conjunction with Nature Cowichan. We will start at the trailhead,...
The water quality crew meets at the Somenos Dog Park on Beverly and carpools from there, heading to five sites in the S'amunu Watershed to test creek water and take...
Bring utensils, something to share and a chair. Dress appropriately for the weather.
Every Wednesday in July. Various locations in the S'amunu Watershed looking for important species, invasives and doing a basic inventory. Mostly picking up minnow traps and recording fish data. Meet...
We will be removing the invasive plant -parrot's feather- from Somenos Creek between Tzouhalem Road and Lakes Road every Thursday in July. We will meet our crew on site at...
Explore old-growth forest through guided walks, nature journaling & hands-on learning. Ages 5–8, What to Bring: Lunch, snack, water bottle, sun hat, bug spray & weather-appropriate clothes.