Freya's Cat has Returned !

My cat came home. 

Thank you!  Freya

Mixed Items, Small Appliances for Sale

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Gerry & Vivian Smith

Missing from TICA Workday ~ Weeder

I managed to misplace my three pronged long handled weeder at the Spring clean up.

If anyone comes across it , please contact

Dag at dagwaddell@gmail.com, Thanks!

Thank You to Hall Clean Up Volunteers

Thank you to all the people who came out to help at the Spring Clean up at the hall. A special thank you to all the school kids who showed up to help. The rain seemed to subside during the day so all went well.

TICA Board

Domaine Jasmin Tasting Room

Our tasting room is open Saturday and Sunday from 11-4 p.m.

Come by and check out the vineyard and taste our new releases.

J. Denis Gagnon

Proprietor & Winemaker

Domaine Jasmin Vineyard & Winery

domainejasmin.com 

Comment on Mari-culture Lease

The principles of the Islands Trust are to 'preserve and maintain' the Area under jurisdiction. The development of the Thetis side of the 'cut' to mariculture certainly does not fulfill these fundamental principles. IF there was some benefit to Thetis Islanders by such development, then it might be considered  by the residents of Thetis, however, I see no indication of there being any benefit only potential negatives to Thetis.   In my view, the fact that it is potentially a Penelakut  organisation that wants the licence does not give me much confidence in the potential operation as illustrated by the 'harvesting'  by persons from Penelakut, of almost all the oysters along the foreshore of the Thetis side of Telegraph Harbour over the last two winters.

In summary, I am against the proposal.

John Gordon

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Mari-culture Lease continued discussion ~

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Why Propane Campfires are Allowed ~

Are you wondering why approved propane campfire appliances are allowed during complete campfire bans?  Propane campfires produce no smoke, and more importantly, no sparks.  You can turn off the propane fuel immediately, and there are no smoldering embers or ashes.  Propane campfire appliances sit above the ground in a container, and not on the soil or duff where wood or briquettes can light underground fires.  There is no water needed to extinguish a propane campfire - you only need to turn off the fuel.  Some models can be adjusted to a flame level you prefer but all models will not produce a flame height higher than the Provincial regulation of 18", unlike  wood fuelled campfires. There is no danger of incomplete extinguishment of a propane campfire appliance but briquettes or wood fuelled barbecues or campfires can be problematic due to improper disposal of the leftover fuel (unburned wood or briquettes that are internally still harbouring embers).  The Province and Fire Departments support the use of propane campfires and BBQ's.  Although approved campfire appliances are expensive compared to a box of matches and some sticks, they are much safer, give out real campfire heat and flames, and last for many years.

For your information, Costco in Nanaimo has the best price for a great unit (you may have seen one in action at the Fire Smart Workshop) for $99. 

The areas around Thetis Island all the way to Victoria are in HIGH HAZARD and there is talk that the Province may be banning wood/briquette campfires in the coming week.  The Capital Regional District already has areas in EXTREME.  Penelakut Island had a reported bush fire on Thursday.  We need to be vigilant.  If campfires or BBQs are part of your summer activities here on Thetis or when you go camping in Provincial Parks, please consider an approved propane campfire appliance or propane fuelled BBQ.

TIVFD

Reminder: Spring Clean up at the Hall ~ Saturday May 28

Come out to the Hall!

Saturday, May 28 from 10 to 2

Help with the Spring Clean Up. A light lunch will be provided plus coffee and tea. 

Tasks will include: Upgrading the outhouses, re-organizing the back room for the new fitness equipment, cleaning the chairs, weeding the gardens, removing moss from the roof and cleaning the gutters.

Hope to see you there. Rain or shine.

TICA Board

jollity FARM ~ Open Saturday May 28 ~ 10AM ~ 1PM

*Come see Steph between 10-12 for questions regarding bee/pollinator plants and general garden planning queries.

Flowers & Plants (Neonicotinoid Free)

Unique succulents and ground cover.

Reliable and familiar annuals and perennials such Osteospermum, colourful marigolds, unique petunias.

Basket and planters foliage plants. Great to create cascades of trailing greens.

Perennial herbs such as chocolate mint, french tarragon, trailing rosemary.

Bee & Pollinator Plants Organically Grown on Thetis Island by Steph at Sister Moon:

Mullein (Verbascum olympicum) - medicinal, deer and drought resistant, and has edible flowers!

Phacelia (Phacelia tanacetifolia)-  deer and drought resistant

Mexican Torchflower (Tithonia rotundifolia) - deer and drought resistant

Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) - also medicinal

Mountain Fleece-flower (Persicaria amplexicaulis) - dark pink flower spikes make a great addition to bouquets!

Figwort (Scrophularia nodosa) - these small but elegant snapdragon like flowers are loved by bees and butterflies! Also a classic medicinal plant

Organically Grown Veggies

Hakurei Turnips - not your ordinary turnip! Small, sweet and delicious.

Snap Peas

Garlic Scapes - great for grilling on the BBQ or making pesto.

Pre-washed mixed greens

*pre-ordering is advised as produce sells out early - info@jollityfarm.ca

TIMA AGM Reminder ~ May 30th

Thetis Island Marine Association

AGM

Monday, May 30th 7:30 pm

Forbes Hall

All are Welcome.

Camera Club ~ Thursday, May 26th

Camera Club meets Thursday May 26th 7pm in the Library, Forbes Hall

Everyone welcome.

Carol Sowerby