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SUMMARY:Ladysmith Garden Club speaker-Creating Pollinator Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Ladysmith & Saltair Garden Club talk on Creating Pollinator Gardens and Corridors. Linda Brooymans from NALT is the main speaker and Friends of Holland Creek will add some information on the Transfer Beach Butterfly Meadow and Bird Shrubbery. Native plants and seeds will be available for sale before the talk.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/ladysmith-garden-club-speaker-creating-pollinator-gardens/
LOCATION:Ladysmith-Eagles Hall\, 921 1st Ave\, Ladysmith BC\, Ladysmith\, BC\, V9G 1A5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="LadysmithSaltair Garden Club":MAILTO:info@ladysmithsaltairgc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20250928T205528Z
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SUMMARY:Holland Creek-work bee
DESCRIPTION:Work bee in Holland Creek – continuing to remove English ivy and other invasives from Holland Creek. Dress for the weather and bring refreshments. We can supply some gloves and tools but if you have snippers\, please bring them. Planting to follow.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/holland-creek-work-bee/
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:20251020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T210000
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CREATED:20250925T192208Z
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SUMMARY:When the tide is out\, the table is set: Changes within our lifetimes - CWB/VIU Speakers Series
DESCRIPTION:Since time immemorial the Cowichan-Koksilah estuary has been a vital source of food for the Quw’utsun Mustimuhw (Cowichan People)\, providing habitat for their traditional foods and non-human relatives\, including species like salmon\, oysters\, and clams. These important relationships are reflected in the Quw’utsun teaching: “when the tide is out\, the table is set.” In recognition of this significance\, one of the Cowichan Watershed Board’s collaborative whole of watershed targets is to be able to safely eat shellfish from Cowichan Bay. \nThe Cowichan Watershed Board is honoured to kick-off our Fall Speaker Series with a panel discussion “digging in” to the topic of shellfish\, as a Quw’utsun food from the estuary. Our panelists\, including Dr. Shannon Waters and Tim Kulchyski\, will explore changing Quw’utsun relationships and access to shellfish within our lifetimes\, including cumulating impacts and barriers to accessing shellfish\, the key differences between food security and food sovereignty\, and how essential it is to ensure ecosystem health to support the longevity of traditional foods into the future. These discussions will draw upon the knowledge and experiences of our panelists\, including Quw’utsun memory and cultural knowledge\, ecological health and Quw’utsun management practices in the Cowichan River\, the recent Island Indigenous Foods Gathering on Quw’utsun territory\, and the fields of preventive\, public\, and First Nations health. \nJoin us on Monday\, October 20th from 7-8:30pm in Lecture Hall 140\, at VIU Cowichan\, to learn more. Attendance\, as always\, is free! \nThe Speakers Series has been running since 2014\, hosted by the Cowichan Watershed Board\, with the support of Vancouver Island University – Cowichan campus. Each evening features engaging speakers sharing their knowledge and expertise on topics relevant to the well-being and sustainability of the Cowichan watershed\, within Quw’utsun territory.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/watershed-board-viu-speaker-series/
LOCATION:VIU Cowichan Campus\, 2011 University Way\, North Cowichan\, British Columbia\, V9L 0C7\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Watershed Board":MAILTO:info@cowichanwatershedboard.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251008T170111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T170111Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Stewardship Roundtable Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Cowichan Stewardship Roundtable (CSRT) is an open and collaborative group focused on protecting our water and watersheds. As independent groups and individuals we have different interests\, but as Roundtable members we share a common understanding:  the health of watersheds is key to the health of our families\, businesses and environment. All are welcome and there is often a presentation.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/monthly-stewardship-roundtable-meeting/
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:20251021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251014T182815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T182815Z
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SUMMARY:Riparian Restoration - Invasive Plant Removal
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Streamside Stewardship Partners Program we are working to restore the riparian area on private properties along Bings and Menzies Creeks. Join us to remove invasive plants from the banks of Bings Creek\, and learn about the Bings watershed\, invasive plants and different restoration techniques. Please bring water\, weather-appropriate clothing\, and sturdy shoes. We will provide gloves and tools. \nIf you would like to join us please let us know\, locations will be confirmed via email. phaedra@somenosmarsh.com.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/riparian-restoration-invasive-plant-removal/
LOCATION:British Columbia
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20250823T195848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T201257Z
UID:37678-1761075000-1761080400@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Nature Cowichan Speaker - Environmental Psychology
DESCRIPTION:Lindsay McCunn’s talk is entitled “Becoming an Environmental Psychologist”. In this day\, when “nature bathing” is being prescribed we harken back to the approach of longtime member John Scull in this talk.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/nature-cowichan-speaker-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Cowichan":MAILTO:cvns@naturecowichan.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251014T182946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T182946Z
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SUMMARY:Riparian Restoration - Invasive Plant Removal
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Streamside Stewardship Partners Program we are working to restore the riparian area on private properties along Bings and Menzies Creeks. Join us to remove invasive plants from the banks of Bings Creek\, and learn about the Bings watershed\, invasive plants and different restoration techniques. Please bring water\, weather-appropriate clothing\, and sturdy shoes. We will provide gloves and tools. \nIf you would like to join us please let us know\, locations will be confirmed via email. phaedra@somenosmarsh.com.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/riparian-restoration-invasive-plant-removal-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251008T172819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T172819Z
UID:37772-1761143400-1761147000@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:NCC Talk-On the Forest Path
DESCRIPTION:Zoom talk by 3 Nature Conservancy Canada conservation leaders. Journey through some of Canada’s most remarkable forest conservation achievements — from the familiar to the unknown. You’ll hear directly as they share powerful stories of forest protection\, success and what’s next. https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/ncc-talk-on-the-forest-path/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251008T162413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T162534Z
UID:37765-1761310800-1761318000@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Mushroom ID@Wildwood w/ Andy MacKinnon&Ken Luther
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening journey through Wildwood ecoforest\, where you’ll uncover the secrets of mushroom identification with experts Andy Mackinnon and Kem Luther. Both renowned naturalists\, Andy and Kem have passionately collaborated on the seminal guide\, “Mushrooms of British Columbia” – author’s copies available for purchase for $30.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/wildwoodmushroomandy-mackinnonken-luther/
LOCATION:Wildwood\, 2929 Crane Rd\, Ladysmith\, BC\, V9G 1C4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecoforestry Institute Society":MAILTO:info@ecoforestry.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251001T172846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T172846Z
UID:37754-1761476400-1761494400@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Qualicum Mushroom Festival
DESCRIPTION:Arrowsmith Naturalist’s club hosts their 10th annual Mushroom Festival. A huge event with displays\, ID’s\, fresh local shrooms of all sorts\, knowledgeable folk\, etc.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/qualicum-mushroom-festival/
LOCATION:Qualicum Beach Civic Center\, 747 Jones St\, Qualicum Beach\, BC\, V9K 1S7\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Arrowsmith Naturalists":MAILTO:arrowsmithnaturalists@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251018T212048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T212048Z
UID:37802-1761505200-1761514200@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Ocean Film Festival Canada
DESCRIPTION:The Ocean Film Festival Tour is an annual event that showcases a selection of the world’s most stunning ocean-themed films. Now in its 12th year\, the festival continues to inspire\, entertain\, and educate audiences about the beauty and challenges of the oceans. Created in Australia 12 years ago\, it aims to inspire the world to explore and enjoy our oceans\, protect\, and respect them\, promote ocean conservation\, and unite people to celebrate its wonders. The Film Festival worldwide has hosted more than 1200 screenings\, with over 360\,000 audience members and raised tens of thousands of dollars for ocean charities. Tickets available at: https://www.porttheatre.com/choose-seats/?id=33401
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/ocean-film-festival-canada/
LOCATION:The Port Theatre Nanaimo\, 125 Front St.\, Nanaimo\, BC\,\, BC\, V9R 6Z4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251028T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251014T183049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T183049Z
UID:37796-1761652800-1761663600@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Riparian Restoration - Invasive Species Removal
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Streamside Stewardship Partners Program we are working to restore the riparian area on private properties along Bings and Menzies Creeks. Join us to remove invasive plants from the banks of Bings Creek\, and learn about the Bings watershed\, invasive plants and different restoration techniques. Please bring water\, weather-appropriate clothing\, and sturdy shoes. We will provide gloves and tools. \nIf you would like to join us please let us know\, locations will be confirmed via email. phaedra@somenosmarsh.com.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/riparian-restoration-invasive-species-removal/
LOCATION:British Columbia
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251008T164308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T164308Z
UID:37770-1761728400-1761739200@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Volunteer Planting in the Garry Oaks
DESCRIPTION:It’s so lovely to spend a little while in the morning mists planting out some  native plants from the nursery into the Garry Oak meadows. Please try to let Laura know if you intend to come. \nLmmitic@gmail.com \n250-661-3962 
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/volunteer-planting-in-the-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:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251029T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251026T215509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T215509Z
UID:37831-1761739200-1761744600@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:State of Salmon Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Pacific Salmon Foundation has released its second State of Salmon Report. Join us  an online webinar to learn more about the State of Salmon Report and how you can use the online tool. The event will include a presentation\, a live demonstration of the interactive website\, and a Q&A period. Register today for the free State of Salmon Webinar.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/state-of-salmon-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Pacific Salmon Foundation":MAILTO:salmon@psf.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251014T183146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T183146Z
UID:37797-1761739200-1761750000@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Riparian Restoration - Invasive Plant Removal
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Streamside Stewardship Partners Program we are working to restore the riparian area on private properties along Bings and Menzies Creeks. Join us to remove invasive plants from the banks of Bings Creek\, and learn about the Bings watershed\, invasive plants and different restoration techniques. Please bring water\, weather-appropriate clothing\, and sturdy shoes. We will provide gloves and tools. \nIf you would like to join us please let us know\, locations will be confirmed via email. phaedra@somenosmarsh.com.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/riparian-restoration-invasive-plant-removal-3/
LOCATION:British Columbia
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251030T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251025T194622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T195247Z
UID:37824-1761847200-1761858000@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:3rd Herring Symposium
DESCRIPTION:At our 2nd Herring Symposium (February 2025)\, we asked the big question: What can we do now about herring troubles? This follow-up event has answers. \nHighly recommended!! Immerse yourself in all the interconnections around that Big Little Fish! \n3rd Victoria Herring Symposium: What Can We Do to Turn the Tide for Herring Tickets\, Thu\, Oct 30\, 2025 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/3rdherringsymposium/
LOCATION:Esquimalt Gorge Park & Pavillion\, 1070 Tillicum Rd\, Esquimalt\, BC\, V9A 2A1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Pacific Wild":MAILTO:info@pacificwild.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251026T203348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T203348Z
UID:37828-1761955200-1762127999@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Garry Oak Ecosystems-Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Garry Oak Ecosystem Recovery Team (GOERT) puts on this splendid annual event again with the usual format: Talks on Saturday at U. Vic. and Field Trips on Sunday. \nMore information can be found here:  2025 Garry Oak Ecosystems Gathering and here: Facebook
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/garry-oak-ecosystems-gathering/
LOCATION:University of Victoria\, 3800 Finnerty Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, V8P 5C2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="GOERT":MAILTO:info@goert.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251028T155410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T155410Z
UID:37833-1761991200-1762002000@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Native Planting - Diana Princess of Wales Park\, Saltair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/native-planting-diana-princess-of-wales-park-saltair/
LOCATION:Diana Princess of Wales Park\, 10681 Olsen Rd\, Saltair\, BC\, V9G 2B3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowichan Valley Regional District%3A Parks & Trails":MAILTO:parks.volunteers@cvrd.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251031T220100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T220354Z
UID:37837-1762077600-1762095600@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Family Spawning Day@Nanaimo Hatchery
DESCRIPTION:By Donation\, Prizes\, BBQ\, Dissection\, Fishing Pool\, Guided walks\, and more. Something for everyone in the family! \nhttp://www.nanaimoriverhatchery.ca/
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/spawning-daynanaimo-hatchery/
LOCATION:Nanaimo River Hatchery\, 2775 Rugby Road\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20250823T200448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T215608Z
UID:37679-1762162200-1762169400@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Nature Cowichan Speaker-Christoph Steeger
DESCRIPTION:Christoph Steeger is a Conservation Biologist residing alongside our river. His talk is entitled: The Cowichan Watershed: A Natural History Perspective for Environmental Stewardship. In it he will address questions such as: What is a watershed? What are the important features of our watershed? How are things interconnected? What can we focus on to help maintain or improve our watershed health?  Bring a toonie for coffee or email cvns@naturecowichan.net for the zoom link.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/nature-cowichan-speaker-4/
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:20251103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251021T180845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T180845Z
UID:37811-1762164000-1762171200@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Water Quality Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of hands-on water quality monitoring across the 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 for more details.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/water-quality-monitoring/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251021T174800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T174800Z
UID:37804-1762171200-1762180200@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Riparian Restoration - Streamside Stewardship Partners Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of restoring the riparian area along Bings and Menzies Creeks. Through our Streamside Stewardship Partners Program we are working with private landowners along our watersheds creeks to help restore and enhance riparian function through invasive removal and native species planting. You can expect to learn about riparian areas\, invasive and native species and restoration processes. \nIf you would like to hear a little bit more about this event or would like to join us\, please email us at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/riparian-restoration-streamside-stewardship-partners-program/
LOCATION:SMWS Office\, 55 Station Street\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L1M2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251021T190616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T191015Z
UID:37818-1762333200-1762340400@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal – Garry Oak Protected Area
DESCRIPTION:Join us 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
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/invasive-plant-removal-garry-oak-protected-area/
LOCATION:British Columbia
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251031T222757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T222757Z
UID:37842-1762333200-1762344000@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Garry Oak Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:Planting out babies\, pulling invasives all in a beutiful setting. Might even see a few bluebirds hanging back for the winter! Register in advance if you can by emailing: info@CowichanLandTrust.ca
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/garry-oak-volunteers/
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:20251105T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251021T184051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T184051Z
UID:37813-1762335900-1762347600@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Swan and Goose Count
DESCRIPTION:Once a week over the winter a crew of people head out to a few spots around the Cowichan Valley to monitor and count swans and geese. Whether your new to birding or an expert your bound to learn something from the awesome crew of people who have been dedicated to this count for many years now. Bring binoculars\, weather appropriate clothing\, some water and a willingness to learn. Length of the event will vary depending on which route you join and the number of birds to count. \nThe crew meets at the Somenos Dog Park on Beverly Street at 9:45 then will head out together from there. \nIf you are interested in joining for this event please email us at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/swan-and-goose-count/
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:20251105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251021T174941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T174941Z
UID:37806-1762344000-1762353000@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Riparian Restoration - Streamside Stewardship Partners Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of restoring the riparian area along Bings and Menzies Creeks. Through our Streamside Stewardship Partners Program we are working with private landowners along our watersheds creeks to help restore and enhance riparian function through invasive removal and native species planting. You can expect to learn about riparian areas\, invasive and native species and restoration processes. \nIf you would like to hear a little bit more about this event or would like to join us\, please email us at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/riparian-restoration-streamside-stewardship-partners-program-2/
LOCATION:SMWS Office\, 55 Station Street\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L1M2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20250926T191611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T191611Z
UID:37735-1762680600-1762684200@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Coastal Bird Count-Citizen Science
DESCRIPTION:Young and old\, novice and pro birders are all welcome to join in the Coastal Bird Counts at high tide on the second Sunday of each month. . The route is along a nice flat track. Sea lions tend to be an added attraction for the first few months. Later on\, the Great Blue Herons at the Rookery are fun to watch as well. Surveys began in 1999 and provide valuable data to Birds Canada totrack the health of our coastal habitats.Check their Coastal Bird Survey Newsletter at https://www.birdscanada.org/bccws_newsletters. If you want to\nborrow some binoculars and give it a try\, please email me at\nkathrynmariec@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/coastal-bird-count-citizen-science-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:20251112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251031T223100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T223100Z
UID:37843-1762938000-1762948800@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Garry Oak Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:Come on out and learn something new about this important ecosystem by working alongside other fun\, dedicated folk.  Let Laura know in advance if you can by email: info@cowichanlandtrust.ca
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/garry-oak-volunteers-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:20251112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251107T201442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T203709Z
UID:37850-1762938000-1762948800@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Salmon Watch Survey
DESCRIPTION:The SMWS salmon watch annual surveys have begun with the salmon returning to the watershed. Join us\, on Wednesday mornings to complete salmon spawning surveys in the Somenos Watershed creeks. We will be walking up the watershed creeks to count spawning salmon so be prepared for difficult terrain and some scrambling. Please bring water\, weather appropriate clothing\, polarized sunglasses and waders if you have them\, if not\, we will supply you with a pair. All other materials will be provided. \nWe will be meeting in the SMWS office at 55 Station Street at 9:00 am on Wednesday mornings. \nIf you are interested in joining us\, please email us at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com as space is limited.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/salmon-watch-survey/
LOCATION:Somenos Marsh Head Office\, #3-55 Station Street\, Duncan\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society":MAILTO:info@somenosmarsh.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T192232
CREATED:20251021T184310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T184310Z
UID:37814-1762940700-1762952400@www.naturecowichan.net
SUMMARY:Swan and Goose Count
DESCRIPTION:Once a week over the winter a crew of people head out to a few spots around the Cowichan Valley to monitor and count swans and geese. Whether your new to birding or an expert your bound to learn something from the awesome crew of people who have been dedicated to this count for many years now. Bring binoculars\, weather appropriate clothing\, some water and a willingness to learn. Length of the event will vary depending on which route you join and the number of birds to count. \nThe crew meets at the Somenos Dog Park on Beverly Street at 9:45 then will head out together from there. \nIf you are interested in joining for this event please email us at phaedra@somenosmarsh.com.
URL:https://www.naturecowichan.net/event/swan-and-goose-count-2/
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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