Join us in the Nitnat Room for an evening of community, connection, and a little wildlife wonder! We’re excited about the Raptors Centre coming to share some fascinating insights into Screech Owl ecology—and might even bring one along! Whether you're a long-time supporter or just curious to learn more, everyone is welcome. Come be part...
Meet at the office at 55 Station Street, Duncan at 9:00am and we'll head out from there.
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 Birds and other rarities. Both light duty work in the nursery (bring a folding chair?) or heavier work removing invasives. Space is limited so PRE-REGISTRATION...
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 Birds and other rarities. Both light duty work in the nursery (bring a folding chair?) or heavier work removing invasives. Space is limited so PRE-RESERVATION...
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 Birds and other rarities. Both light duty work in the nursery (bring a folding chair?) or heavier work removing invasives. Space is limited so PRE-REGISTRATION...
The documentary (part of the earlier film festival) looks at Vancouver Island's first Community Supported Fishery (CSF), by following the life of a west coast fisherman and seeing how he works to have a positive impact on the marine environment that sustains him. The CSF is a way to reduce the carbon footprint of his...
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 Birds and other rarities. Both light duty work in the nursery (bring a folding chair?) or heavier work removing invasives. Space is limited so PRE-RESERVATION...
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 you are interested in joining us, please let us know at ginahoar@somenosmarsh.com
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 Birds and other rarities. Both light duty work in the nursery (bring a folding chair?) or heavier work removing invasives. Space is limited so PRE-RESERVATION...
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 up at the Somenos Marsh Head Office downtown Duncan. If you are interested let us know in advance ginahoar@somenosmarsh.com
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 9 am at the end of Rosewood Avenue, Duncan. Please bring a personal water bottle, hat, rubber boots/sturdy shoes. We have limited space in the...
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 over that of a writer. She offers an unflinching look at the highs and lows of her life set against the backdrop of Arctic expeditions and...