In the Spring 2019 edition of TLC's LANDmark newsletter you'll read about the new conservation covenant created in partnership with the Pugh family and the District of Central Saanich, how you can engage with local nature lovers at TLC's upcoming events, what naturalists should bring to our Deertrails Naturalist Program launching this May, and how [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 26, 2019 Victoria, BC - TLC is pleased to announce its’ 2019 Passport to Nature Program. The Program has expanded in its second year to include 13 FREE events throughout 2019. Designed to connect TLC Members, donors and the public with nature, TLC’s Passport to Nature events include restoration activities [...]
For Immediate Release The Land Conservancy of British Columbia (TLC) is receiving a boost of $4,400 to support its stone patio restoration project at Abkhazi Garden, which will complete the multi-stage refurbishment the non-profit began in 2016. The funding comes through the Heritage Legacy Fund, the only provincial grant program that supports heritage conservation, [...]
In the Spring 2018 edition of TLC's LANDmark newsletter you'll read all about the new wetland parcel TLC protected in the Clearwater River Valley, how we are working with other land trusts and groups to protect special places through conservation covenants, and about TLC's latest initiative, our Passport to Nature. Filled with events designed [...]
Abkhazi Garden will host its annual open house on Saturday, April 7, 2018, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Stop by to experience the garden, learn about the legacy of the Prince and Princess Abkhazi, enjoy Afternoon Tea, find out about upcoming events and meet some of the people behind this amazing heritage site. Open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day throughout [...]
Purchase your tickets today by calling 1-877-485-2422 or reserving online at conservancy.bc.ca. Ticket price of $125: • Includes entrance to Abkhazi Garden • Includes tea and cofee • Includes tea sandwiches, scones and desserts Wine, beer and themed cocktails available for purchase Gates to TLC's magical Abkhazi Garden will open at 6 p.m. on [...]
NEWS RELEASE THE LAND CONSERVANCY WELCOMES AMBASSADOR OF GEORGIA TO ABKHAZI GARDEN FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 15, 2017 Victoria, BC – The Land Conservancy of BC (TLC) was honoured to welcome His Excellency Konstantine Kavtaradze, Ambassador of Georgia to Canada, for an on-site ribbon-cutting ceremony at Abkhazi Garden on November 10, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. to [...]
MEDIA ADVISORY November 7, 2017 VICTORIA, BC - The Land Conservancy of British Columbia (TLC) will welcome His Excellency Konstantine Kavtaradze, Ambassador of Georgia to Canada, for an on-site ribbon-cutting ceremony at Abkhazi Garden on November 10, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. to recognize the Georgian connection to Abkhazi Garden and officially reveal the new entrance [...]
Interested in preserving the unique history and living legacy that is Abkhazi Garden? TLC is seeking a community member to join the Abkhazi Advisory Board. Contact TLC at 250-479-8053 or admin@conservancy.bc.ca for more details. Abkhazi Garden is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with the last entrance at 4 p.m. Located at 1964 Fairfield Road, Victoria, Abkhazi [...]
Sunday, May 21, from 9 a.m. to noon, Abkhazi Garden will host the annual Plant-a-holics Plant Sale at 1964 Fairfield Road. Loads of rare and unusual plants will be available from several vendors as well as from Abkhazi Garden! Funds raised will go to plants, materials and tools to keep Abkhazi Garden flourishing for the [...]