Wandering Kayak - the Sequel

Yesterday I posted here about a missing kayak that I use to get to work. Within hours, three people had offered me a replacement. And then, while I was at work today, the kayak mysteriously made its way back to me. 

How good it is, when there’s so much unpleasantness in the news, to be reminded of how good most people are, including those on Thetis Island (not least those who make eSpokes work) and those of the Penelakut Tribe. 

Thank you. Huy ch q’u.
Adam

Update on Jackie and Grete

Dear Friends and Neighbours,

We wanted to provide an update on Jackie and Greta.

After weeks of searching, we were unfortunately unable to find housing where they could remain together. This Thursday, Grete will be leaving Thetis Island to join her son in Victoria, where she will have the love and support of family. We wish her nothing but the very best as she begins this next chapter.

Jackie, however, still has nowhere permanent to call home.
For the time being, she will be moving into an older camper. It has no electricity, no running water, and no sewage hookups, so this will truly be a temporary camping situation while we continue our search for safe, permanent housing.
If you have any of the following items sitting unused, they would make an enormous difference:

● A generator (even an older working one) solar lights. Flashlights.
● Camping shower bags
● Water jugs, especially those with hand pumps
● Outdoor rugs or flooring for around the camper
● Camping furniture or other sturdy outdoor equipment
● Small propane tanks for a barbecue
● Coolers, storage bins, or other camping essentials

If you’re unsure whether something might be useful, please reach out. Every little bit helps make this temporary situation safer and more comfortable.
If you are able to donate any of these items, or if you have leads on housing for Jackie, please contact either of us to arrange pickup.

To everyone who has donated, volunteered, shared our posts, or simply offered kindness and encouragement—thank you. Your generosity has been overwhelming and has reminded Jackie and Grete that they are surrounded by a community that truly cares.

We remain hopeful that together we can find Jackie a safe, permanent place to call home and she can have Grete back with her.

With heartfelt gratitude,
Hedi
 226-931-2891
Tricia
 250-246-8954

Septic Pump Out

I’m hoping for at least a couple additional septic pump outs soon on Thetis

Please call David @ 250 812 7478 

I’ll schedule whenever convenient.

Pothole Repair

Thetis Island Transport Services

Good morning, Thetis,

If anyone is needing a couple m³ of gravel for a project or if you've got a couple of potholes on your driveway you want fixed but don't need a whole load of gravel. Give me a call/text I will be coming back with 5³meters on the 10:40 today. Save your back let me shovel for you.

$120/m³

Sjoe @ 250.618.1559 

Attention Sailors

As Athenia, Sparkles, Casper the cat, and I prepare for our summer of sailing adventures, I'm hoping the sailing community can help me track down a few elusive little parts.

I've worked hard this summer to get our classic 1970s sailboat ready for the season. While motoring gets us where we need to go, both Athenia's and my confidence and skills have grown, and we're really looking forward to doing much more actual sailing this summer.

The one thing holding us back? These simple little parts:

The correct size plastic sail slides and their clips.The three headboard fittings/clips that attach the sail's headboard to the mast track.

I'm also looking for a few small pieces of self-adhesive marine insulation/liner. I've created a little cooler storage area under one of the seat cubbies and would like to insulate it.

I've already searched online and checked the usual marine suppliers with no success, so I'm hoping someone might know a hidden source, or even have these parts tucked away in your workshop. Any leads would be so appreciated.

Athena and Sparkles absolutely adore sailing (we'll keep you updated on how Casper the cat feels about it! ), and we'd really love to spend this summer with the sails up instead of the motor running.

Fair winds and thank you!

Elite and Crew

elitewillowbrook@gmail.com

250-533-9347

This Friday to Sunday at Thetis Island Marina Pub!

Join us this weekend and treat yourself to another round of delicious chef features while enjoying beautiful waterfront views.

LUNCH FEATURE
Italian Deli Flatbread
Loaded with Genoa salami, dry-cured pepperoni, Italian sausage, melted mozzarella, and our house-made marinara sauce.

DINNER FEATURE
Mediterranean Chicken Ballotine
Deboned and rolled chicken breast stuffed with spinach, feta, and roasted red peppers, served with Greek spinach rice and seasonal vegetables.

Whether you’re stopping in after a day on the water or gathering with friends and family, we’ve got your weekend meals covered.

Thetis Island Marina Pub
Great food • Cold drinks • Friendly service • Stunning harbour views

We can’t wait to see you this Friday through Sunday!

Thanks!

The culinary team at TIMAP

Youth Pickleball (Wednesday July 15)

Next Youth Pickleball will be Wednesday July 15 at 9:30 am.

All ages welcome for Drop-In (youth up to age 16). No sign up required. Equipment provided. No experience necessary.

The Happy Picklers

Wandering Kayak

I recently bought a small, plastic, turquoise/white, sit-on kayak, a Pelican Sentinel 80, which I’ve been keeping down by the Cut. I use it for commuting to Penelakut Island, where I work, and I rely on it being there. That information was on a laminated note with the kayak, so I am not optimistic. 

But if you borrowed it or know where it is (it’s possible it floated away at high tide), I would be really grateful if you were to return it or let me know where I can find it. 

Thank you.
Adam Sandell

(25O) 8O2 2418

Why come to the Nature of Forests Weekend?

To Learn:

How to safeguard your home and property from wildfire without harming nature. Saturday July 18, 9:30 - 11:30 with Mitchell Sherrin at 364 Mill Rd (parking limited, carpooling recommended)

Why fungi are so important to Thetis Island forests and how to keep them living. Saturday July 18, 1:30 with Dr. Andy MacKinnon at Forbes Hall. Note: the walk following the talk is fully reserved.

Learn how Quw'utsun (Cowichan) First Nations and their partners are working to keep Western redcedar from disappearing from Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands forests. Sunday, 9:30 -11:30 with Cheyene Williams and Sarah Jackman of the Qum'utsun Cultural Connections Society.

How Thetis Island forests have changed since the last ice age, how they are changing now and are projected to change in the future, and how we can adapt to these changes to create community resilience. Sunday July 19, 1:30 with Dr. Richard Hebda at Forbes Hall.

A chance to ask the guest speakers your own questions about Thetis Island trees and forests at a panel moderated by Dr. Mary Des Chene. 3 pm at Forbes Hall following Dr. Hebda's talk.

We hope to see you there!

Kombucha Bottles Available

ThINC's Returnables Program has flip-top bottles available for anyone brewing kombucha, ginger beer, etc. - suggested donation $10 per 6.

Contact Carol (our volunteer coordinating this) at 250-2four6-three-six99 to arrange pickup.

As always, ThINC appreciates your donations of returnable beverage containers.

Please note that glass food containers (e.g. pickle jars, olive oil bottles) aren't accepted through the Returnables Program - please take these to a recycling depot instead.

ThINC

For Sale

3 irrigation watering bags for trees, used but excellent condition $45 for all 3

2 stainless steel round prawn traps $20 each

Text 250-714-9876 or 816-7473

Tracy

Trailer Towing Equipment for Sale

Class III / IV frame mount trailer hitch 

Fits Ford F150/250 (1997-2003) Newer???

Bolt on installation (all hardware included)

2x2 receiver

Currently $300.00 + new

-$100.00

- Class III ball mount 

4"drop or 2.75"rise 

Receiver hitch pin included 

(2 5/16" chrome ball currently mounted) 

- $35.00

- 2" chrome ball 

1" shank (nut & lockwasher incl.) 

- $10.00 

Please contact: ve7ssr@gmail.com