This Sunday at Forbes Hall, we welcome Tal Engel of WolfTree for what promises to be a thought-provoking close to our S4 season. We will explores how our forests can recover, regenerate, and one day return to old-growth - and what stands in the way. Following the talk, Tal will lead us out onto the Lawrence Valley loop trail to bring his work to life in the forest itself.

Join us on Sunday, August 2, 2–4 PM at Forbes Hall as Nikki Wright explores the vital role of eelgrass in our coastal ecosystems, and the community efforts bringing these underwater meadows back to life.

August's S4 - Sensational Sunday Speaker Series - is shaping up to be another incredible month! Every Sunday from 2–4 PM at Forbes Hall, we'll be welcoming guest speakers diving into the wild and wonderful ecosystems around us, with the exception of August 9, where we'll be trading the hall for a musical walk in the woods. All are welcome and admission is free. S4 is generously supported by the Thetis Island Community Fund.

Our friends at Community Climate Resilience have put together something truly special for Thetis Island, and we are proud to be lending our support. The Nature of Forests Weekend, July 18 & 19, brings together some of the most compelling voices in forest ecology, indigenous knowledge, and fire resilience. From a FireSmart field workshop with retired Salt Spring Fire Captain Mitch Sherrin, to an exploration of the underground fungal world with forest ecologist Dr. Andy MacKinn

How do we build stronger, more resilient food systems in our own communities? Join us for our next S4 talk, where Alistair Howes of FED Urban Agriculture will share how communities can think outside the box to strengthen local food systems - and the variety of food security projects FED has underway.

This summer's S4 - Sensational Sunday Speaker Series - opens in July with a stellar lineup! Every Sunday from 2–4pm at Forbes Hall, we'll be welcoming guest speakers exploring topics close to home and close to the heart. All are welcome - and admission is free. S4 is generously supported by the Thetis Island Community Fund.

We're kicking off this summer's Sensational Sunday Speaker Series (S4) with a special screening of Shared Waters, Shared Crisis on Sunday, July 5. The film highlights the interconnected futures of wild salmon, Southern Resident killer whales, and the Salish Sea, featuring inspiring stories of conservation and stewardship from across the region. Stay after the screening for a Q&A with conservation biologist Misty MacDuffee of the Raincoast Conservation Foundation.

Come say hello this Saturday, May 16 between 11-3 for our opening day, or 10-3 on Sunday. For those who haven't visited before, the Sea Life Centre is a floating gazebo and marine discovery hub, run in collaboration between ThINC, Telegraph Harbour Marina, and the Ladysmith Maritime Society. Inside, you'll find our beloved Seaquarium and interactive touch-tank, freshly stocked for the season by the Thetis Island Marine Explorers (TIME) dive team with locally collected sea li

Don’t miss this special talk on Pacific Herring in the Strait of Georgia. Join us on Wednesday, February 25 at 7 PM at Forbes Hall for a visually rich, evidence-based presentation by Jim Shortreed , exploring the 2025 Thetis Island spawn and what it will take to support herring recovery.

Participants enjoying the 2019 Marine Bird Tour – a memorable day on the Salish Sea spotting shorebirds and marine life You're invited to a unique opportunity to explore the Salish Sea on a Shorebird Boat Excursion alongside Keith Rush, Amelia Marshall, and Dan White of Porlier Pass Provisions. Situated along the Pacific Flyway, the Salish Sea is a vital migratory path for countless bird species traveling the Pacific Coast. On this special outing, we’ll keep an eye out for s

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Dragonflies are just one of the many fascinating species that call wetlands home (photo credit: Marcie Welsh) Thursday, July 10 10:00 AM...