Gulf Islands Ecosystems

The article (link below) states that research has shown a ratio of one deer per square kilometre is optimal. Thetis Island is 10.16km2, and I suspect there are more than 10 deer on the island.

One example in the article that resonated for me is the bit about the lilies. When I first started coming to Thetis Island in the mid 1990’s, there were large numbers of White Fawn Lilies on our property in the spring. Today we’re lucky to find a dozen. Also, at that time we would see an occasional deer but nothing like today where we see a group of 5 or 6 grazing nearly every day.

I can also say that when I drive along the top of Moore Hill, I can now clearly see the rock escarpment when 20 years ago it was more difficult to see through the understory. I now also see fewer bats, dragon flies and saplings. Are these connected?

The article raises some interesting concerns on other gulf islands, so I wonder if Thetis Island is being affected in the same way, and if others have noticed any reduction of biodiversity on the island.

https://vancouversun.com/opinion/columnists/deer-may-be-cute-but-their-growing-population-is-bad-news-for-b-c-forests-birds-heres-why

Cheers,
Peter de Hoog

PS. I’m not trying to start a committee to ban deer, but I may build a fence 😉

Ninja Air Fry Oven with TICA Donation

Ninja 8-function air fry oven FREE with $100 donation to TICA Back to the Black Campaign. Little used with all trays and Operator’s Manual.
See pictures at https://www.thetisisland.net/notices2006.htm.
Contact Paul or Noella Duncan at 250-246-6623.

For Sale: 2006 FORD F150 4X4

Crew cab
5.3 litre V8
Towing package
180K kilometers
6-foot lined box
Back-up camera
Great work truck

Asking $4250
Text Doug 250-210-4042

Christmas Clothing Sale at Telegraph Harbour Marina

3 Days 15% - 25% OFF

Join us this Friday, Saturday & Sunday
December 13th,14th and 15^th, during Cafe hours.

Anian, Wanakome and India Designs will have your Christmas shopping covered.

New Ferry Schedule Effective January 2, 2025

BC Ferries has announced a new schedule for Route 20 effective January 2nd, 2025. 

Please go to https://www.thetisisland.net/ferry/Jan2025_revised_ferry_schedule.pdf to see the new schedule in the snake form. Thank you so much Veronica Shelford.

Of note: 

Both Penelakut and Thetis FAC's have reviewed the proposed schedule.

The 10 AM out of Chemainus Saturday to Thursday comes to Thetis first. Longer in port meal break for the morning watch. Meal breaks on the run for the Friday Schedule. More time in port for shift change.

First sailing for all days is 5:45 AM...

Keith Rush 

Route 20 FAC

Champion Generator for Sale

Champion Generator 196CC, 4000 starting watts and 3000 running watts. 

$250.00

Rod  darsenau@gmail.com

TIVFD Collecting Food, Gifts, Cheques & More....

One Week Left. The last day the TIVFD will be collecting food, unwrapped gifts, toiletries and Christmas gift wrap and sundries, is by next Wednesday, December 18 by 6 pm.

We also take cheques made out to Harvest House Chemainus.

We have collected 300 lbs of food for the food bank so far. Let’s try to make it to a round 500 lbs. (226.8 Kg) to help out Harvest House and the Thetis Food Pantry users.

Thank you to all whom have already donated. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck,

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

Old Tire Wanted

I’m looking for an old tire to cut up for use as a small animal trough.

Text 250-514-6917.

Thanks everyone!

Ryan

Christmas Clothing Sale at Telegraph Harbour Marina

3 Days 15% - 25% OFF

Join us this Friday, Saturday & Sunday
December 13th,14th and 15^th, during Cafe hours.

Anian, Wanakome and India Designs will have your Christmas shopping covered.

Cedar Beach Pizza

We're Back and Open for Pizza!
We will be open most days until Dec 21. Closed Dec 16.

Pizza Gift Certificates
Want to say a little thank you to someone on the island? Pizza gift certificates are available for $25 for a $25 credit. Just give us a call and we will have them ready for you.

Thanks for your support!

Virginia and Andy
250-246-9770 

Come See Me. Make an Offer. Everything OBO.

12-foot round spring free trampoline with safety net. Excellent bouncer. $1000

Antique wooden chest. Black. Nice for wood box or decor. Must see. $100

Livingroom coffee table. Wooden with glass top sliding display drawer. $100

Old wooden paddle $20

Round plastic float $20

2 old crab pot floats $20

2 large granite pieces for your landscaping project. They would make amazing bench ends. Or path markers. Or seats. The options are endless. $100 for both. I have another one that would make a beautiful step. I will throw that one in.

Elk horns half a rack. Great for decor. $50

A stack of variously sized and shaped vintage beach wood finds. Some really neat wood. Pieces of lots of old things. Some painted. Most not. Great for your amazing craft project or next art piece. $50 for all the pieces.

Half a large Rubbermaid full of my old rock collection. Lots of neat shapes. From decades of collecting and a love for rocks. I will throw in the rubber made bin :) $150

Chris F, 

Text 2502520699

Pet Gear Stroller for Sale

Pet Gear NV Superior Stroller.  

$50, with funds being donated to Forbes Hall.  

Skyline, No Zip, Easy Fold, four 12” Gel Tires, Plush Pad, Weather Cover, Holds up to 75 lb. Dog.  Very Stable. 

Photo below or, for all details and pictures go to: https://www.petgearinc.com/product_info.asp?id=964&cl=8

Lisa and Dave Vernon

250-240-0880