Congratulations, Jessica & Mike!

photo courtesy of Theresa Elsie

More Photos from Nature House Activities

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Photos courtesy of Kelly Bannister

Freya's Leaving ~

Freya is leaving our Island, moving to Kimberley to be closer to family.

Come and have a glass of wine and wish her farewell.

Friday August 4th: 3:00 to 4:30PM.

At her home 237 Plateau Rd.

She hopes to see you there.

Nature House Meteor Shower/Electric Bike Demo Remind

Just a quick reminder that the Delta Aquarids meteor shower viewing will be taking place at the Portal beach tonight (July 29th) from 8PM-10:30PM. There will be storytelling, bat-watching, and bioluminescence as well! Remember to bring a blanket, a flashlight, and if you have them—binoculars or a telescope (we have several to share around too).

On Sunday (July 30th) we will be having an information session and demonstration of electric pedal assist bicycles by Pedego! Stop by between 11AM-3PM and try out one of their models (must be 16+ to test ride). There will be several solar power/energy alternative activities to do as well!

Misc. for Sale

2 ½ boxes of 12" slate tiles, 2 colours  $20 or $1.00 each

Floral arm chair, comfy, excellent condition $30

2 ornamental old wood side tables, excellent condition, make an offer but don't be ridiculous.

Old wooden 4ft stepladder painted matt white, make an offer.

What else do I have?

Chris 

250 246 9942

Solid Waste Committee Request

A Friendly Reminder/Your Support Needed!

The Volunteers and Staff at our Solid Waste and Refuse Site would deeply appreciate your assistance regarding recyclables and returnables. Any metal, and or, other containers, which contained food products and or liquids should be cleaned prior to being brought to our Recycle, or Returnable(s) site. This would greatly assist our community members who are doing the sorting.

This is a hot summer and smells in these uncleaned containers are quite unpleasant, as well, it would be healthier for our Solid Waste Volunteers and staff to be sorting containers, bottles, etc, that are cleaned.

If you have any questions, concerns regarding this message or any other SW Committee information or questions, please feel free to call 250-246-2099.

Again, Many Thanks  for your support!

OBO, Solid Waste Management Committee 

Two Outboard Motors for Sale

Two Outboard Motors for sale on Thetis, $1,000 each.

15 HP Honda 4 stroke, short shaft, electric start, tiller handle. Runs excellent.

20 HP Evinrude 2 Stroke, long shaft, remote not tiller, electric start. Runs great.

Email Pierre @ six.string@telus.net

or call 250-246-5357

News Release: Historic Isabella Point on Salt Spring Now Permanently Protected Salt Spring Island resident donates covenant for conservation.

http://www.islandstrustfund.bc.ca/news/news-releases/2017-07-26-isabella-point.aspx

Near Miss ~ Tuesday Night

Tuesday evening an unthinking, uninformed and undeniably dangerous person(s) set a sky lantern (a paper lantern with an open flame) adrift over Thetis Island.  It came to rest on a residential roof and very fortunately for the home owner and his neighbourhood, it self-extinguished and he discovered it in the morning.  Sky lanterns are prohibited!  If you happen to see one in the sky, call 911 immediately and try to keep your eye on where it is going.  There are many, many instances of catastrophic fires caused by these cheap “party” items.

TIVFD

Camera Club ~ Thursday July 27th

Camera Club meets this Thursday evening (27th) 7.30 in the library.

Everyone welcome.

Viridian Energy Co-operative Home Consultations

A reminder that Viridian Energy Co-operative's solar power information session will be taking place on August 4 from 9 - 11 AM at the Nature House. In the afternoon Viridian is offering home consultations for $50, which will be deducted from the cost of your system if you choose to buy.

Consultation times are filling up quick--contact Maureen Loiselle at 250-246-2184 to book your consultation.

We hope to see you there!

The ThINC Board

What does EXTREME Fire Hazard Mean?

When Thetis Island goes to EXTREME Fire Hazard, it means that all open burning is banned and a number of other spark producing activities are curtailed.  EXTREME means that new fires can start easily, spread rapidly, and will challenge even timely suppression efforts.

When our wildfire/interface hazard is EXTREME the use of powered equipment (gasoline, diesel & electric), including chainsaws, lawnmowers, chippers, portable mills etc., outdoors is prohibited.  Generally speaking, safely used and located carpentry tools are not included in this prohibition.  Always have a charged hose or extinguisher nearby when using carpentry power tools outdoors.

Do NOT use electric or gas lawnmowers. The metal blade hitting even a small rock can cause a spark.  An electric, plastic-stringed weed eater can be used carefully to cut down tall grass (the risk of fire in the tall grass is higher than the risk from the electric weed-eater). 

You must use extreme care and have safety precautions in place when using anything that produces heat, as the island is alarmingly dry. Have a telephone with you to call 911 immediately if necessary.

Propane campfire appliances and BBQs are still allowed but must always be supervised, and have a flame length no greater than 6 inches. 

Thank you all for being vigilant and fire safe.  There have been many fires already in the Cowichan Valley, started by human activity.  While our neighbouring fire departments are able to rely upon other fire halls for equipment and personnel, we are on our own here, and we appreciate everyone’s efforts to limit the fire risk.

Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department