News Release: Islands Trust

Lək̓ ʷəŋən, METULIYE/Victoria, B.C. - With one week left to double the impact of donations made to the protection of KELÁ_EKE Kingfisher Forest, Islands Trust Conservancy has shown their support. 

With just seven days left to raise an additional $100,000 to meet their $200,000 fundraising target, Islands Trust Conservancy has announced an Opportunity Fund grant of $5,000 to help Raincoast Conservation Foundation and the Pender Islands Conservancy Association protect 18 hectares (44.5 acres) of land known as KELÁ_EKE Kingfisher Forest on North Pender Island. Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor and the Sitka Foundation this donation will be matched, making it a $10,000 contribution towards the protection of this forest.
 

All donations made to the protection of KELÁ_EKE Kingfisher Forest will be doubled until June 8th (World Oceans Day). Individuals who are interested in making a donation are encouraged to visit https://www.raincoast.org/forest/.   

For Sale & Looking for a Red Tie

For sale

-Large oval mirror. Very nice. $25.00
-Various canvas and framed art. Some floral. Some marine. Some scenic. $20.00 range.
-Makita weed-eater.  Electric. Almost new. 2 batteries and charger included. $600.00
-Large antique Sea glass collection. Very Old glass. Blue.  Purple.  White. Green.  Etc. Several

pounds. Wooden display bowl included. $35.00
-X Large Antique wooden bread bowl. $100.00
- Like new baseball caps. Superman.  Under Armour. Etc. Many choose from.$10.00 each.
-Modern metal frame faux wood shelving unit. $40.00
- New Salty Crew.  Hoodie. Navy Blue.  Mens Large. $80.00
-Wooden handled wicker basket for slippers or magazines or pic nics or what not. $25.00
- Large wicker reindeer with lights. Yard decor. Christmas. $20.00
-Large fishing net. Used. $25.00
-Kids fishing rod n reel. $20.00. 
-3 antique white wooden framed windows. 4 glass panes each window. $25.00 each. 
-14/12 foot area rug. Brand new. Gorgeous Mocha colour. $200.00
-Mens Oryx mountain bike. New comfy seat. Good shocks. Pump up tires. Ready to ride. $125.00
-8 square wooden shadow box for nic nacs. $5.00
-Large cast iron tea kettle for the yard or garden. $20.00
Text 2502520699

Looking for a Red Tie

Looking for a red tie someone might  be willing to part with. Shade doesn’t really matter. Decent condition.  No stains. Thx.

Text 2502520699

Pigs Loose - Friday Afternoon

There's been a report of pigs loose in the Mill Road area.

just a random picture of some piggies...

Summer Market Extended Hours

We are open this week from 10-2:30, an extra half hour due to a special request.  

The weather may not be summery (yet),  but we have hot coffee, lemonade, baking and Marilyn's other treats, so stop by and check out this week’s featured guest.  

For the next month we are fortunate to feature children’s costumes and fantasy play items by Milali, in addition to all our other local artisan wares.

Thank You: FireSmart Talk And BBQ

Thanks to all 70 or so people who made the FireSmart talk and BBQ on Saturday May 21 a great success. Captain Sherrin's talk was quite well received, and if you missed the talk, you can still get the gist of the meeting by checking the link below.

Click image to link to Captain Mitchell Sherrin's talk on May 21 2022 at Forbes Hall:

If you are wondering what to do next, please see the other links below.

Overview 
https://firesmartbc.ca/

Homeowner Manual
https://homeowners-manual.firesmartbc.ca/

Home Assessments

https://firesmartbc.ca/local-firesmart-representatives/

Team up with your neighbours to apply for a grant which can be used for FireSmart activities on your properties.

Stay tuned for a monthly Firesmart tip over the summer.

Enjoy these cooler days, I'm sure the heat is just around the corner. 

Regards,

 SPU (Structure Protection Unit) Team,

an auxiliary of the TIVFD

Needing Yard Work 10 AM - 4PM Saturday

Yard Work 10 AM- 4 PM Saturday, Blue Point Lane. $150. 

Also, we need help lifting a heavy door onto a truck. 

Call Jamie at 250-210-2701 or e-mail jamie.hayward@shaw.ca

Jamie Hayward

250-210-2701

Bee Swarms

One of my colonies has swarmed  (approximately 10,000 bees )  They leave the hive when they make another queen  and chose warm days to do this escape.   The swarm has been travelling towards Sunrise Point or Clam Bay.  If you hear a loud hum that will be my bees looking for a place to nest.  It’s really loud- eventually, they will cluster in a beard on a branch.  If you see them give me a call and I can  try and pick them up.   

Honey bees in this  formation are not aggressive and not dangerous.  Do not swat them or disturb them or they could be.  If you see them and smell bananas back away slowly- that smell is alarm pheromones - signalling the girls to be on high alert where they may become aggressive and sting you.

I hope I find them - it’s really sad to see them go

Lynda Poirier. 250-246-4504

Anais' Vancouver Art Show

Hello,

For those of you who are or will be in Vancouver over the next couple of weeks, I am pleased to announce that my show "Drawings" at the Francophone Cultural Centre has been extended until June 21st. I am displaying drawings and lithographs inspired by my life on Thetis as well as a tapestry designed by me and woven by a French weaver in the Aubusson tradition.
For more details: https://www.lecentreculturel.com/en/calendar/detail/exhibition-drawings-by-anais-gerber/27627

Anaïs
info@anaisgerber.com

Thetis Island Eco-system

I came across this CBC news info which I think is worth to post it  -  just to know and think about it.

https://www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-environment/quite-urgent-spread-of-hammerhead-flatworms-in-ontario-quebec-poses-concern-to-existing-ecosystems-1.5925841

Especially with all the hesitance and arguing of people not to do their own composting. Well as many think it is so 'comfortable' to buy compost from off Thetis Island and be done with it!?! 

After all don't forget with every load you may introduce non native critter and pest to our island - like the black slugs already. And you can't see any e.g. slugs, snail eggs etc. in any compost. The surprise comes later!!

With some off island bought compost or some very 'hip' new flowers and plants in nice pots or baskets from the garden store you may put another nail in the 'coffin' of our dying and changing native eco-system on Thetis. Slowly slowly one at a time.

Although everyone has all they need for composting on Thetis and could grow their own veggies and plants/shrubs and trees too. Still people are scared too get their hands dirty. I don't know why!?! I think making your own compost and growing your own plants is just fun and keeps you active. 

Well imagine if our bylaws would be more useful too we could even have a community composting going on Thetis Island. I heard a lot of bureaucratic arguments about it. I just can only shake my head!?! 

Well something for Island Trust to think about and support and make it work - now!! NOT maybe in ~30 years (Islands 2050)! Prevent a problem is better than programs to correct mistakes - see our plastic garbage 'recycling' issues. A problem of human society tracking on for decades from local to international.

Matthias Zapletal

Thetis Island Elementary School - End of Year Celebration. Save the Date.

In the afternoon of Thursday, June 23rd, we welcome you to attend our End of Year Celebration. We will also commemorate the 100th year anniversary of the Thetis Island Elementary School, which actually was 2 years ago, but this is our first chance for a public gathering.  All are welcome and more details to follow.

Michelle Black

michelleblack@hotmail.com

250-715-8942

ThINC - PAG Work Party this Sunday

Good day Thetis Islanders, 

We are holding another work party at the People's Apothecary Garden (PAG), lot 62, this Sunday, June 5th from 10 - 12.  Even if you aren't in the mood to dig in the dirt, but are keen to explore the garden and learn about its plants, please feel free to come on by at that time - we are happy to share!

A bit about the garden: https://www.thetisislandnatureconservancy.org/people-s-apothecary-garden

Many thanks to those who have participated thus far. Your help has given us a huge boost!

Charlotte 

charlotte@thetisislandnatureconversary.org

Registered Massage Therapist - Forbes Hall

Jennifer Nielsen, RMT, will be working from Forbes Hall’s Care Station on the following dates:
Saturday, June 18th
Thursday, July 7th
Monday, Aug 1st
There are limited spaces available for new clients: please contact Jennifer directly at jennifer@jennifernielsenrmt.com

Jennifer worked out of Forbes Hall last summer before leaving to teach at Camosun.  We are happy to have her back for the summer.

Forbes Hall Health Services Committee