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

For Sale ~ Trailer

Jayco 2010 Jay Flight 26BH – $17,000

Year 2010/length 26 Ft.

Here is a trailer that is great for family trips away from home, down south, extra room for company, on your lot as a temporary home or on your RV lot. This trailer can sleep 9 people. It has a south facing queen size bed with privacy curtains. It has a double lower bunk and single upper bunk. The table can fold down into a bed as well as the couch folds out into a bed. It has a bathroom with toilet and bath/shower combo and sink. It has a stove, oven and microwave. It has a good size fridge with a separate freezer door. It has hookups for TV's and has a radio. Lots of storage. The trailer also comes with an equalizer hitch for towing. The trailer is in good shape as it has been used only a few times. Asking $17,000

To view trailer or ask for more details please phone 1-250-245-7678. (Saltair/Ladysmith)

Canoe Races on Penelakut July 29th and 30th

Youth, men and women's events both days.

Thetis Islanders welcome. 10:00 Saturday till 3:00 Sunday

The event is on the spit on the east side of Penelakut, it is just of 2km across the island from the ferry so it is a good 1/2 hour walk some of it up hill. The school bus and other rides will be available to transport from the ferry to the spit.

Better to not drive over as you will have to back on the ferry if you leave from Thetis.

You are welcome to canoe, kayak or boat over to the spit, avoid the race course :) unless you are planning on competing.

Canoe crews will be coming from Cowichan, Snuneymuxw, Chemainus, Saanich and more.

Booths will be set up on the spit to sell food (hamburgers, indian taco's more) and crafts, bring water and other personal items that you may need.

Donations gratefully accepted to offset cost of holding this event.

For more information contact Augi Sylvester 250-246-9987 or the band office 250-246-2321

Septic Tank Pump Out

I am needing my septic tank attended to.  Is there anyone else who is considering a pump out in the short while, as the cost is less if they come to the island for more than one customer.

Call: Donna Stadt,  250-246-3141 or email me:  donnastadt@gmail.com

Nature House Schedule and Open Hours July 26th-30th

Nature House Open Hours

Friday, July 28th: 11 – 4PM

Saturday, July 29th: 1 – 3PM

Sunday, July 30th: 11 – 4PM

July 26 Women’s Paddle: 4-5 PM

Meet at The Portal Beach with your boat (canoe, kayak, etc…) for a relaxing evening paddle. All skill levels welcome! Contact Vicki if you’re in need of a boat: 250-246-9126.

July 28 Crustacean Day: 11-4 PM

Stop by the Nature House for a day of crustacean-themed crafts, games, and activities!

July 29 Night Sky Watch and Storytelling 8-10:30PM

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Is it a meteor shower? Come and join us at The Portal for the Delta Aquarids Meteor Shower. Come by the Nature House around sundown to view the meteor shower, be regaled with stories of Thetis’s past, enjoy the bioluminescence, view bats flying around The Portal and much, much more. Rumour has it that Mercury may also be visible just after sunset! Bring a blanket and something to sit on!

July 30 Pedego Electric Bicycles Information Session and Demos 11-3PM

Pedego Electric Bicycles from Victoria has graciously agreed to give us an information session and demonstrations of the finest electric pedal assist bicycles. There will be information, as well as the opportunity to experience electric pedal assist bicycles by test riding (ages 16+ only)! We will also be doing several other energy alternative activities during this time! Check our Pedego's website for more details: pedegovictoria.ca

As with all of our summer programs, each are by donation, or available to our members at no cost. Memberships are still available! All ages are welcome, however, children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult for the activities, and children over 8 must be signed in by an adult. If you have any questions regarding the Nature House programming, or would like to get involved, contact Danny at danny@cowichanlandtrust.ca .

Library Bake Sale Reminder ~ Aug 5th

Just a reminder that if you are going to donate baked goods to the Book and Bake Sale on August 5th please contact Gloria at 250-246-3091 or email quackf@telus.net

Thank you

Assorted Items for Sale

Please click here to view item descriptions & photos.

Peter Brock

(604) 727-0380 talk or text

Shuttle Service Wanted ~ August 26th Wedding

I am a wedding planner based out of Victoria, and I am helping with a wedding at Overbury Resort on Saturday, Aug 26th.  We are hoping to find someone local, who would be able to offer a “shuttle” service to guests.  We would be looking to have pickups at certain locations happen between 3:15 - 4:00, and then again at the end of the evening, between 11pm - 1am.  There are only approx. 25+ guests who will need to be shuttled around, and so someone who has a van would be great for this!

Thank you so much,

Barb

Barb Walker, WPICC

French Kiss Events Head Planner

778.678.2902

www.frenchkissevents.ca

Wildfire News ~ July 21, 2017

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jollity FARM ~ Open Saturday & Sunday ~ 10am-1pm

What's fresh this week?

We are excited to offer 6 varieties of delicious garlic! More information about the varieties and pricing can be found here:

http://www.jollityfarm.ca/blog/jollity-farm-organically-grown-garlic-for-sale/

Also new and fresh this week:

Yummy new Warba potatoes $2.50/lb

Sweet yellow plums $3.00/lb 

Time to liven up your summer planters with a splash of colour? We've brought in some eye-catching flowers and lush culinary herbs this week, featuring:

Specialty 7" Petunia "Night Sky" - The galaxy petunia!

Perennial Lewisia (pretty colours and very hardy)

8" Sunflowers (big bright blooms)

Herbs including basil, rosemary, dill and cilantro

Mixed perennials for mid to late season colour

*NEW - fancy succulents (hardy till Halloween outside, then bring inside and continue to enjoy)

Fast & Reliable Xplornet

High speed satellite internet with no install costs!

Xplornet has kindly offered to extend the one-time free move of our satellite Internet, to someone else on Thetis who might like to take over the account. This means you will get the same great service and don't have to pay any of the initial installation and account activation fees! Once the account is in your name you may set it up as you like to whatever level of service you require. I can only say good things about the reliability of satellite Internet and great customer service by the company.

Please call or email Elisabeth if you are interested and would like more info: info@jollityfarm.ca

 or 250.416.6736