Upcoming Nature Tours

Mark your calendars for the May 19/20/21 long weekend with ThINC events.  

Back by popular request is Victoria ornithologist, James Clowater, who will lead birding tours on Saturday and Sunday.  Details to book your spot will be forthcoming

Also, Patrick Lilley, lepidopterist (butterfly& moth biologist) will be guiding a butterfly/dragonfly family adventure on Sunday, May 20 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM (weather permitting!)  This session will take place at the Lawrence Valley Loop Trail and is an open session available to all Islanders.  There is no fee.  Watch for forthcoming details.

Vicki Walker 

ThINC, Thetis Island Nature Conservancy

Wanted ~ A Sturdy Picnic Table

Looking for a solid picnic table. 

Thanks!

Joel

joel@joeldelaquis.com

250-246-9175 

Fashion Show & Boutique Sale ~ May 5th

Thank you to all who have donated clothing, shoes and jewellery to our up and coming Fashion Show and Clothing sale. My house is FULL! Donations are no longer being accepted.

The Fashion Show is on May 5th 5:30 to 9. 

Any questions please contact Gloria @246-3091 or Helen @ 246-2469.

Yoga Cancelled Until Further Notice

Namaste yogis and yoginis,

There is no yoga class Monday, April 23 as the TICA AGM is taking place in the hall.

See you Monday, April 30!

Joel & Tatiana

ThINC Youth Community Night ~ April 27th

ThINC Youth is holding a community information night on Friday April 27 from 4:30-6:00. The night will focus on informing and involving the community in the project. The youth speakers will talk about how the project came to be, what they have been doing and their vision for the summer. There will be a video and poster presentation and card fundraiser samples will be displayed and orders may be placed at the event. The members of ThINC Youth look forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions regarding the event or anything else, contact us via our email at projectthincyouth@gmail.com 

Your support is greatly appreciated!

Kaz Bannister

jollity FARM

what's fresh @ jollityFARM?

Open Saturday, April 24

9am - 1pm

EGGS

Multi-coloured, heritage breed, pasture raised Eggs!

VEG

Kale bunches, onion, sweet dumpling squash

FLOWERS

Colourful 2" planter & basket stuffers & newly potted up perennials

Ride to Nanaimo Needed on Saturday ~ 8:05 Ferry

Kaz Bannister is looking for a ride to the Rotary Bowl in Nanaimo on Saturday April 21 off the 8:05 ferry. Please contact via email at bannister.kaz@gmail.com or text via 250-246-0216

Volunteer Thanks !

April 15-21 is National Volunteer Week.  A big thanks to all volunteers on Thetis Island!

Pollinator Gardening

Come and join us at the Nature House (The Portal) on Sunday April 22, 1pm. We will be planting a garden specifically designed with native bees in mind. We will also be learning more about the habitat needs of our local bees. All are welcome. Bring your working gloves and some planting tools.

This is a ThINC sponsored event.

Free Crocosmia

Free Plants!  Crocosmia "Lucifer". Bright red flowers which are much loved by hummingbirds. Fairly drought tolerant.

263 Forbes Drive.  Phone (250) 246 9331 or e mail mjb75@telus.net

Earth Day Celebrations

Come and join ThINC on Saturday, April 21 and Sunday April 22 to celebrate Earth Day, the arrival of spring, and Fairyslipper Forest, Thetis Island's new nature reserve on Burchell Hill. Everyone is welcome. 

Saturday April 21

2 pm Walk to see the Fairyslipper orchids on Burchell Hill : Meet at Forbes Hall, dress for the weather (sunshine of course!) Special Guest: Crystal Oberg from the Islands Trust Fund

5 pm Pot luck dinner at Forbes Hall. Bring a dish to share.

7 pm  Family Dance at Forbes Hall with the Mt Benson Ceili Band and caller Doug Paterson. All ages. Bring a friend.  Everyone dances with everyone. Nature-themed costumes optional. PS.This is not a square dance but a wonderful mix of dances from all over the world. 

Sunday April 22

1 pm Pollinator Garden Planting. Meet at the Nature House at The Portal. Bring work gloves.

7 pm  Sounds of Springtime Camerata Strings Orchestra Concert Fundraiser for Nature, Sylvan United Church, 985 Shawnigan Lake-Mill Bay Rd. $15 advance/$20 at the door, kids under 12 free. Tickets available on Eventbrite.

The ThINC board looks forward to celebrating with you. For more information contact ThINC at ThINC@thetisisland.net or phone Ann at 250-246-8176

Wanted to Buy, Rent, or Lease

3 months ago I moved here with my little 2 yr old girl. We desired a community that we could thrive in, one that still believed that it takes a community to raise a child. You have become that precious community for us and this island has been able to meet the unique needs of my little girl like no other place can. This is our home, our safe place.

As most every one knows there is a housing crisis and it is not just on Thetis, it is everywhere. Our current rental ends soon.

I am very serious about purchasing a home. Does anyone have something they may consider selling..... If you are not sure that what you have will work, email me and ask some questions. 

As a mature single parent I am looking at the more affordable home.  However, I have a substantial downpayment, excellent credit and I am willing to look at creative solutions but can also do a traditional purchase.

I am also open to either a short term rental or a year lease. I am an excellent renter, and both of us are pleasant, happy people.

Yes, I am absolutely working with the wonderful Deb Wilson, but there is only so much magic in her wand. 

Asking for help, especially when in a new community is not easy, but my situation has become serious enough that I must put my pride aside, because pride doesn't keep the wind out or the rain off.

Sincerely Elite and her almost 3yr old.

Elite 250-533-9347