12-Year Old Boy Available to Work

Hi,

I’m 12 years old and I want to do some work around the island so I can save up some money. I have experience doing farm work, and I am strong for my age.

Things I can do include:
Water plants
Walk dogs/check in on them while you’re away, etc
Cut kindling
Stack wood
Rake leaves/tidy yard
Gather branches
Lawn mowing
Weeding (please show me which plants though!)
Feed farm animals
And other stuff too if you teach me!
I can work for up to two hours at a time, and my rates are very reasonable.

If this sounds like something you’d need, please contact our family email at
hollyberryhollow@gmail.com

Thank you for your consideration

Alder

Free For Pickup

Ikea standard double bed frame, solid pine, partially disassembled, in good shape.

Call or text: Peter 250.216.0326

June Rain

June 2025: 13.3 mm

June 2024: 41.3 mm

Average June: 31.1 mm

 June 2025 YTD: 435.9 mm

June 2024 YTD: 582.0 mm

Average Year to Date: 497.2 mm

Lowest June: 6 mm in 2015

Highest June: 62 mm in 2012

Keith Rush 

Fire Danger Class Moves to High

In British Columbia, a "High" fire danger class means forest fuels are very dry, and the risk of fire is serious. New fires may start easily, burn vigorously, and challenge fire suppression efforts. Extreme caution is needed during any forest activities. 

High Risk Activities: If the fire danger rating remains “HIGH” for three consecutive days, high risk activities near the forest are restricted at 1 pm and a 2-hour fire watch posted.

The Fire Danger Class rating has now moved up to HIGH for Thetis Island. Starting on THURSDAY, JULY 3rd, all High-Risk Activities (mowing, milling, etc.) must cease by 1 pm .

Solid fuel evening campfires with permits are still allowed at this time. Have water at the campfire and watch the wind conditions.

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

Changes For Electric Vehicles Onboard BC Ferries

From CHEK News;

BC Ferries says that due to changes by Transport Canada, electric, hybrid and alternative energy vehicles are prohibited from charging up onboard vessels and on its properties.

Vehicles with minor or cosmetic damage that isn’t affecting wiring or the battery will be allowed at the discretion of the vessel master, so long as they are driven under their own power.

Vehicles with major damage including exposed batteries, fluid leaks or wiring issues won’t be allowed on board. That also includes vehicles that are placed on flat-bed trucks such as tow trucks.

BC Ferries does say full-sized commercial car carriers transporting operable and undamaged used or new vehicles to dealerships will be permitted.

SUMMARY

• Electric, hybrid & alternative energy vehicles prohibited
from charging at BC Ferries properties and on vessels 

• Vehicles with minor or cosmetic damage that clearly doesn't affect the battery or wiring are allowed, at the discretion of the vessel Master, provided they are
being driven under their own power Vehicles with major damage - including exposed batteries, fluid leaks, or wiring issues - are not able to be transported 

• Electric vehicles that aren't being driven - like those on tow trucks - aren't allowed on board

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

Ride Needed

My 2 daughters are looking for a ride to Nanaimo Tues July 1.
Departure Bay ferry area

Call or text Michel 250 246-0246
Thank you
Michel Poirier

For Sale: Air Fryer/Microwave

Frigidaire Air Fryer
Model EAF 300 B
Used only 3 or 4 times
$40

Sanyo Microwave
Model EM S 8600S
Good working order $ 35

250-510-8647
Rodney Brownlee

Thetis Island Merchandise at the Pancake Breakfast

Thetis Island Merchandise will be available for sale at the Canada Day Pancake Breakfast on Tuesday, July 1^st from 9 – 11

It is the perfect time to get a new Thetis Island t-shirt or ball cap.

This summer we have focused on providing sun-safe t-shirts, and have different styles and colors available with long sleeves.

The newly available, hooded sweatshirts with a Thetis Island tree logo can be pre-ordered in a variety of different colors. Samples for viewing.

Also, for sale, will be the ever-popular short-sleeve t-shirts in a variety of colors and Thetis Island logos for all ages and sizes.

Copies of the Thetis Island Map will be available in all three sizes. Many of you are familiar with the large map hanging inside at Forbes Hall, created by local artists, Bill Dickie and Mary Forbes, for the 2005 Salish Sea Mapping Project.

For information or to arrange the purchase of any merchandise, please contact

Ellen Rush ellenrush@gmail.com

Summer Nature House Program Starting this Week!

Dear Fellow Community Members,

We’re excited to announce that our Nature House program is officially underway!

Running every Thursday through Sunday until the end of August, the Nature House is your hub for hands-on science, arts, sustainability, and community engagement. Whether you're young or young at heart, there’s something for everyone - from sea life exploration and garden workshops to guest speakers and nature-inspired crafts.

This week's line-up includes:

Thursday, July 3
10:00 AM Wild Creatives: Gate Art at the Nature House (all ages)

Friday, July 4
10:00 AM Junior Biologists: Forest Dwellers at the Nature House (youth)

Saturday, July 5
9:30 AM Garden Tour: Maureen & Wayne Loiselle at 136 Sunrise Point Rd (all ages)
1:00 - 3:00 PM Drop-in at the Sea Life Centre (all ages)

Sunday, July 6
9:30-11:30 PAG Drop-in (all ages)
2:00 - 4:00 PM S4: Sea Change - Phil Climie at Forbes Hall (adults)

Full program details and weekly updates can be found on our blog: www.thetisislandnatureconservancy.org/single-post/nature-house-week-1-events-july-3-6

We look forward to seeing you this summer!
The ThINC Team

Community Appreciation Day at Capernwray Harbour

Dear Friends & Neighbours,

We want to invite you to join us on Saturday July 12th to come and enjoy the day, a meal and our property as a way of showing appreciation to our community. 

Please let us know if you’re planning to attend by RSVPing using this link:https://capernwrayharbour.formstack.com/forms/community_appreciation_day

Deadline to RSVP is July 1st.

Thank you and we look forward to having you with us.

Capernwray Harbour 250-246-9440 

For Sale: Clam Steamer/Outdoor Patio Light

Brand New Granite Ware 3pc Clam Steamer with Faucet
16 qt Insert with 10 qt boiler
Online over $200
On Thetis $100

JOI Ingenious Lighting
Model 8310
Outdoor Patio Light
Online over $ 225
On Thetis $ 120

Both items have never been used.

250 510 8647
Rodney Brownlee

Urgent Help Needed

I managed to get my anchor stuck at foster point currently don't have a running engine. Is there anyone who could possibly help me this week to get it unstuck. I don't want to be in this spot.

Please text/call jasmine 250-436-0806 or email me at jasmine.e.anderson2024@gmail.com

Thank you