All-Day Monitoring Hike – Caromar
Caromar Cowichan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaJoin TLC in Caromar near Duncan for an all-day hike monitoring the conservation covenant area and performing ecological monitoring. Hike includes trails, bushwhacking, and movement through a wetland area. Be prepared for a longer, but very interesting, day! Bring water, food, and enthusiasm! Contact Torrey Archer at covenants@conservancy.bc.ca for full details and to register. Carpooling is [...]
All-Day Monitoring Hike – Elkington
Elkington Forest British Columbia, CanadaJoin TLC at Elkington Forest near Shawnigan Lake for a day of ecological monitoring. This hike includes some bushwhacking and navigating around a small lake. Experience conservation fieldwork for yourself! Be sure to pack water and a lunch. Register with Torrey Archer at covenants@conservancy.bc.ca. Carpooling is available! Moderate difficulty during bushwhacking portions. No elevation [...]
Volunteer Covenant Monitoring Hike to DeMamiel Creek
DeMamiel Creek Throup Rd, Sooke, British Columbia, CanadaJoin TLC in Sooke for an exploration of DeMamiel Creek covenant area and ecological monitoring. We will only be travelling about 1.5 km along a dry river bed but checking out the botany, geology and ecology of salmon will take the day! 10- 4 pm. Some parts of the stream are still running, sturdy footwear or [...]
Golden Hour – Photography Hangout at Ayum Creek
Ayum Creek Laidlaw Road, Sooke, British Columbia, CanadaGolden Hour is the magical hour sought after by photography enthusiasts. It is the period shortly after sunrise or before sunset where the daylight is softer, warmer with a red or yellow glow. Ayum Creek is located in a valley surrounded by lush vegetation with old Western Red Cedar and huge Douglas-fir trees, a truly [...]
All-Day Monitoring Hike – Sansum Point
Sansum North Cowichan, British Columbia, CanadaAll day trip 9-6ish travelling to North Cowichan. Stony Hill Regional Park has incredible views of Sansum Narrows and Saltspring Island. Expect 4 km hike with lots of ecology to explore. Maintained trails however sturdy footwear recommended. Be sure to pack water and a lunch! Register with Torrey Archer at covenants@conservancy.bc.ca. Carpooling is available! [...]
Volunteer Covenant Monitoring Hike – Barer/Kinghorn
Mt Work Regional Park Munns Road, Victoria, British Columbia, CanadaExplore the cool, shady side of Mount Work off of Munns Rd at TLC's Barer/Kinghorn covenant properties. Hike includes marshy area, forest trails, and lunch at a secret cabin! We will be starting early to beat the heat. Register with Torrey Archer at covenants@conservancy.bc.ca. Carpooling is available! Be sure to pack water and a lunch. [...]
Passport to Nature – Ayum Creek Restoration
Ayum Creek Laidlaw Road, Sooke, British Columbia, CanadaJoin TLC's Torrey Archer and GVGT's Amanda Evans at Ayum Creek to combat invasive periwinkle through sheet mulching. This restoration project will allow native species to recolonize the area. Tools, gloves, and snacks are provided but please pack water and sturdy shoes! Volunteers register free here.
Fall Plant Sale
Abkhazi Garden 1964 Fairfield Road, Victoria, British Columbia, CanadaFall is an ideal time to rethink your garden and add new plants! Come to this special sale and find some real treasures. Most plants propagated at Abkhazi Garden -- ferns, shade perennials and unique garden gems. Cash and cheques only. Proceeds to Friends of Abkhazi Garden Society for use in Abkhazi Garden projects. For [...]
Mad Hatter Tea Party and Charity Auction
Windsor Park Pavillion 2451 Windsor Rd, Victoria, British Columbia, CanadaJoin TLC at our Annual General Meeting followed by the Mad Hatter Tea Party! Proceeds from the charity auction contribute to ongoing conservation work throughout the province. Auction items include gift cards, wine tastings, and weekend getaways! This event is free to attend and open to everyone. See you there!
Nature Photography Basics
Ayum Creek Laidlaw Road, Sooke, British Columbia, CanadaPresented by Karen Iwachow, TLC Conservation Programs Coordinator, Nature Photography Basics will introduce participants to macro photography, working with variable lighting, and natural light portraiture. Please suggest any additional topics you would like covered! Be sure to bring a camera, lunch, and water. Register soon!