Koksilah Low Flows - Community Info Night 2025
2025-05-05 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
A free online session for anyone curious about flows in the Xwulqw’selu/Koksilah watershed.
Hosted annually by the Koksilah Low Flows Working Group.
Registration link and more details coming soon.

Broom Busting Ladysmith
2025-05-05 10:00 - 12:00 | British Columbia
Transfer Beach. Meet in the Kinsman Hut to have coffee (BYO) with Friends of Holland Creek. We will be tending the native plant beds and doing broom busting and invasive work along the park edges and towards the pedestrian tunnel.

Broom Busting Ladysmith
2025-05-04 14:00 - 16:00 | British Columbia
Hwy/rail corridor south. Meet at the corner of King Rd and Roland Lane near the Estuary Trail head.
We will start from Hwy 1A and work northwards.

Volunteer Tree Planting
2025-04-30 09:00 - 12:00 | British Columbia
Where: We will meet at 9am at the Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society Office, then head out together from there (Unit #3, 55 station Street, Downtown Duncan)
What to Bring: Please bring personal water, weather appropriate clothing, and sturdy work shoes. We will supply gloves and snacks
What to Expect: We will be planting native plants in the riparian area of Menzies Creek for a resident as part of our Streamside Stewardship Partners Program

Pond Dipping @ Fuller Lake
2025-04-27 11:00 - 17:00 | Fuller Lake Beach, 2876 Fuller Lake Rd, Chemainus, BC, V0R1K5, Canada
Join Cowichan Valley NatureKids Club at Fuller Lake to learn about our freshwater ecosystems. Nets and a microscope will be on hand so that we can get a closer look at the life that lives below the surface. No equipment is necessary. We suggest water and snacks and clothing appropriate for the weather. A pair of water shoes or boots might come in handy if your child tends to like playing in the water and sand at the beach. Feel free to bring along any nets or magnifying glasses you have at home.
A reminder that all adults must be accompanied by a child 5-10 years old!!
Register in advance here: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2F4H5Ji7D7xe2vZ8v67%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExZkh3UWNVTWVnVzVQMmRzYwEe2SY2Ab_d4Sea57zOmXG-MkxDc8mJ-qZAqqBqoNx14qI-IYWZ-8rcGKF09LU_aem_ll-JbZ0srYLAW2xx8U-Cww&h=AT2a1m1bgNLBOlAZvqR5rd_rIUCmDUnH3OF4kzGXYUCFPApGIjQWGUflaErtez3AapNyW6a_AlVsEaf82VU0nGmVyUy1oKFujctnpBI2jsYKyVkc35Yk8sz1PXoLee9EAvjdl4LfVWdxIA&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT2LBvE18dSK-TAe1PFYhFJPGRVKKsLU0QDLkpu9JgehRW4Ieaczx6TJQCA2-evfDN3hAWiDtnB3hQabG8BCGpQ36mv1pvysaX2k6MpY9-dJYrpJq4jfpvMHFIt75FMOnz68HmWPPfeW8cDWDfoXFBOcCUdgIK2zoKCcWnNC3D4XGLm4dsJVte9vGgwiY0Elo2Mbqx6BcnOntIR7OGJFfjrfluA

YES - Bioblitz
2025-04-25 06:00 - 2025-04-28 20:00 | Cedar to Ladysmith, Ladysmith, BC, Canada
All weekend any time you like, on your own or with others…..
Friday April 25, 6 am – Monday April 28, 8pm – Take pictures of wild fungi, plants & animals.
Tuesday April 29 – Sunday May 4 – Upload & identify the species in iNaturalist.
To walk with others:
Saturday April 26, 10 am Walk in Holland Creek, led by Friends of Holland Creek. Meet up at the trailhead on Dogwood Dr.
Sunday April 27, 10 am – Walk in Cable Bay Area, led by Champagne Hill Botanicals. Meet up at the trailhead on Nicola Rd.

Earth Day Trillium Park Ivy Pull
2025-04-22 10:30 - 13:30 | Trillium Park, Chandler Rd, Ladysmith, BC, N/A, Canada

Journey of Generations
2025-04-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Quw’itsun Cultural Center, 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan, BC, V9L 6P4, Canada
Reconciliation is a big word. The Elders remind us that it is a process, a journey without one single road or a final destination. It is not always easy or comfortable and it is sometimes confusing and frustrating, yet worth every step. We have a story to share about our reconciliation journey – its highs, its lows, its emotions and the unimaginable gifts discovered along the way. Join us on this journey.

Nature Cowichan Speaker-Jade Lee on the Native Bee Atlas
2025-04-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Zoom
Local Melitologist Jade Lee from the Native Bee Society of BC will be discussing the Native Bee
Atlas via Zoom. Email cvns@naturecowichan.net for the link.

Speaker Night with the Cowichan Watershed Board
2025-04-14 19:00 - 20:30 | VIU Cowichan Campus, Lecture Hall 140, 2011 University Way, North Cowichan, British Columbia, V9L 0C7, Canada
Join us for the upcoming Speaker Series hosted by the Cowichan Watershed Board, where expert speakers share valuable insights on the well-being and sustainability of the Cowichan watershed, located within Quw’utsun territory. Each event is a wonderful opportunity to learn from those who are deeply connected to the land and water.
The series is made possible with support from VIU Cowichan, the Real Estate Foundation of BC, and our generous speakers.
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: VIU Cowichan Campus, Lecture Hall 140
Cost: Free
We look forward to seeing you there! Visit our website for more details and speaker announcements: https://cowichanwatershedboard.ca/content/cwb-viu-speakers-series/

Cowichan Watershed Board Speaker Night
2025-04-14 19:00 - 20:30 | VIU Cowichan Campus, Lecture Hall 140, 2011 University Way, North Cowichan, British Columbia, V9L 0C7, Canada
Join us for the upcoming Speaker Series hosted by the Cowichan Watershed Board, where expert speakers share valuable insights on the well-being and sustainability of the Cowichan watershed, located within Quw’utsun territory. Each event is a wonderful opportunity to learn from those who are deeply connected to the land and water.
The series is made possible with support from VIU Cowichan, the Real Estate Foundation of BC, and our generous speakers.
Spring 2025 Dates:

Monday, April 14
Monday, May 12

Time: 7:00 PM
Location: VIU Cowichan Campus, Lecture Hall 140
Cost: Free
We look forward to seeing you there! Visit our website for more details and speaker announcements: https://cowichanwatershedboard.ca/content/cwb-viu-speakers-series/

Waterbird Survey
2025-04-13 19:00 - 19:30, 2025-03-09 12:00 - 12:30 | Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre, 1845 Cowichan Bay Road, Cowichan Bay, British Columbia, V0R1N0, Canada

Nature Cowichan Speaker - Cheryl Alexander:Takaya the Wolf's Legacy
2025-04-07 09:30 - 11:00 | Fish Health Building, 1080 Wharncliffe Road, Duncan, British Columbia, V9L2K7, Canada
Cheryl Alexander will speak on Takaya’s Legacy. Takaya was the wolf who lived for several years on one of the islands off Victoria.
Both in-person and on zoom. email cvns@naturecowichan.net for the link.

Mill Bay Nature Park Ivy Pull
2025-04-05 13:30 - 15:00 | Mill Bay Nature Park, 695 Hollings Rd, Mill Bay, BC, N/A, Canada

Swan&Goose Count - Last of the Season!!
2025-03-26 09:45 - 13:00 | Beverly Dog Park, Beverly & Lakes Road, Duncan, British Columbia, Canada
No need to register. Just show up at the Beverly Dog park with your binoculars

Somenos Creeks-Water Quality Sampling
2025-03-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Creeks around Somenos Lake, North Cowichan, BC, Canada
A lovely way to spend the afternoon.

Second Estuary Center-Spring Break camp begins
2025-03-24 - 2025-03-28 | Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre, 1845 Cowichan Bay Road, Cowichan Bay, British Columbia, V0R1N0, Canada
Still some room. Ages 5-9. Daytimes: 9:00 – 3:00pm. For info contact cloe@cowichanestuary.ca

Duncan Seedy Sunday
2025-03-23 10:00 - 14:00 | British Columbia

Walk the Weir Tours
2025-03-22 10:00 - 13:30 | Saywell Park, Lake Cowichan, Lake Cowichan, British Columbia, V0R 2G0, Canada
Free tours on top of the weir at Lake Cowichan! Learn how this vital structure is important for the environment and why it needs to be updated.
Date: Sat, March 22
Time: 10am-1:30pm
Location: Saywell Park

Nature Nanaimo Speaker - It's Tough for Toads
2025-03-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
Elke Wind will discuss the ecology of our local amphibian populations emphasizing the Western Toads she’s studied for 15 years.
To Join via Zoom; https://zoom.us/j/99973291863?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 999 7329 1863
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Swan&Goose Count
2025-03-19 09:45 - 13:00 | Beverly Dog Park, Beverly & Lakes Road, Duncan, British Columbia, Canada
Just come on out to the Beverly dog park to meet the gang

Nature Cowichan Speaker: Author Sheila Harrington-Voices for the Islands
2025-03-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Zoom
Nature Cowichan and the Land Trust warmly invite you to attend a special book reading on ZOOM by author Sheila Harrington from her book ‘Voices for the Islands‘. Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Cowichan Land Trust, and rebranding of the CVNS as Nature Cowichan. email cvns@naturecowichan.net for the link

Speaker Night: Sta’lo’ Stories with Jedson Tsusqun August
2025-03-17 19:00 - 20:30 | VIU Cowichan Campus, Lecture Hall 140, 2011 University Way, North Cowichan, British Columbia, V9L 0C7, Canada
Join us for the upcoming Speaker Series hosted by the Cowichan Watershed Board, where expert speakers share valuable insights on the well-being and sustainability of the Cowichan watershed, located within Quw’utsun territory. Each event is a wonderful opportunity to learn from those who are deeply connected to the land and water.
The series is made possible with support from VIU Cowichan, the Real Estate Foundation of BC, and our generous speakers.
The March 17 speaker will Jedson Tsusqun August, a canoe builder and racer. Join us as he shares stories and knowledge about Quw’utsun Sta’lo’ and its waterways.
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: VIU Cowichan Campus, Lecture Hall 140
Cost: Free
We look forward to seeing you there! Visit our website for more details and speaker announcements: https://cowichanwatershedboard.ca/content/cwb-viu-speakers-series/

First Estuary Center-Spring Break Camp begins
2025-03-17 - 2025-03-21 | Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre, 1845 Cowichan Bay Road, Cowichan Bay, British Columbia, V0R1N0, Canada
Still some room left. For info contact: cloe@cowichanestuary.ca

Cobble Hill - Seedy Saturday (25th Annual)
2025-03-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Cobble Hill Hall 3550 Watson Avenue Cobble Hill, BC V8H 4A8, 3550 Watson Avenue, Cobble Hill, BC, V8H 4A8, Canada

Maple Mt. Broom bashing w Land Trust
2025-03-15 09:45 - 13:00, 2025-03-14 09:45 - 13:00 | Andy Hutchins Park, 964 Herd Road, Maple Bay, Duncan, British Columbia, Canada
The group will rendezvous at Any Hutchins park and either carpool or walk in from there (your choice!). 4 people minimum need to confirm before we go ahead with each date. Laura Mitic will be your friendly field supervisor.

Invasive Removal-Somenos Garry Oak Protected Area
2025-03-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Somenos Garry Oak Protected Area, 2590 York Road, Duncan, British Columbia, Canada
Free the Oaks!

Swan&Goose Count
2025-03-12 09:45 - 13:00 | Beverly Dog Park, Beverly & Lakes Road, Duncan, British Columbia, Canada
Derrick would love to show you the fowl side of things. Just show up with your binoculars.
