Yes, however, there is limited space for participant food in the fridge/freezer/kitchen and access to the kitchen may be closed at certain times. We would suggest bringing your own cooler & other food storage containers if you are considering bringing your own food for the workshop. Please let us know if you are opting out [...]

Cortes Island is home to a range of wildlife, including black bears, cougars, and coastal wolves. As always, participants should abide by the "leave no trace" principles, which includes caching food and other smelly items (e.g., toothpaste, soap, deodorant, etc.) inside buildings, or in bear-safe storage containers overnight or while participants are away from the [...]

Participants will receive a full packing list and other workshop details in their Participant Information Package after their registration is confirmed. Some basics you will be expected to pack include: Toiletries, shower supplies Personal medications & walking aids Camping Equipment (if you are camping) Sleeping bag or sheet set, pillow (for indoor lodgers) Sturdy, closed-toe footwear [...]

While there are no discounts for this workshop, there is a Bursary Fund that applicants in need of financial aid can access. The Bursary Fund covers up to 50% of workshop fee costs per applicant.

If you can no longer attend Deertrails, please let us know as soon as possible. We will fully reimburse program fees for any participants needing to cancel. Please contact us at: Office: 250-479-8053 | Toll Free: 1-877-8053 Email: admin@conservancy.bc.ca 

Participants should expect to pay course fees within the week after their registration is confirmed. TLC accepts the following forms of payment: Cheques Credit Card (Visa or MasterCard) e-transfers to accounting@conservancy.bc.ca  To arrange payments, please contact us: Office: 250-479-8053 | Toll-free: 1-877-485-2422 Email: admin@conservancy.bc.ca

Registrations are reviewed by Deertrails instructors on a rolling basis. Applicants will be informed of their registration status by July 31.

Unfortunately, no. Deertrails is intended for adult (19+) participants only.

No dogs or other pets are permitted at the workshop.

Most Deertrails activities involve interpretive walks. Hikes occur on moderate-difficulty, uneven forested terrain with some hills and steep sections. Participants should expect to walk up to 5km and be away from washroom/serviced facilities for up to 4 hours at a time. We will be stopping often during hikes to look at local flora & fauna [...]