Goosey Gander Shop

Happy BC Day Everyone!

The Goosey Gander Shop will be open both Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4 pm both days, so if you get busy with the Book & Bake Sale remember the Shop is open on Sundays too.

It is always a delight to see what comes into the Shop. This week was especially fun because not only did batches of amazing jewelry arrive ranging from fine and delicate to clunky and funky, but a mint condition Rawlings baseball glove came in, along with a magic fishing pole used by the ‘Codfather’ Dale Burkholder.

We also received many intricate assembled three-dimensional puzzles that are clocks and music boxes with moveable parts, and some very beautiful Thetis Island handcrafted seashell art pieces. Lots of other cool items are in the shop too from large to small, like a brand-new badminton set, some Christmas goodies, an ice cream maker, a purple pillowcase, and there’s even a little puppy in a basket!

Have a wonderful long weekend and come by and have a look if you can. 

Thank you,

Nan Beals

What’s Fresh at Jollity Farm? (10am-1pm)

Salad, Romaine, Beets, Carrots
Strawberries, Blueberries
Zucchini, Carnival squash
Cilantro, Parsley and Basil
Peppers, Tomatoes
.... and probably lots more!

Kombucha update - we have an issue with our CO canister, so even though we are stocked up on flavours we aren't able to fill any kegs tomorrow. Sorry! (Unless anyone happens to have a spare canister we can borrow). It will be back up and running next week. If you'd like a fill up, you can bring and leave here, and we can fill up at the Chemainus shop and bring back Sat. night.

Summer Market Parking Meadow Closed this Saturday

The Summer Market is open every Saturday until Labour Day from 10 until 2.The meadow behind the Summer Market at Howling Wolf Farm will be closed for parking on Saturday as there will be a couple of horses visiting.

But Dolly and Vienna would love to meet you, and their owners, Crimson and Saffron, have provided food you can give them if you’d like to make their acquaintance.

Thetis Island Merchandise at the Annual Book and Bake Sale

Thetis Island Merchandise will be available for sale at the Book and Bake Sale, Saturday, August 2^nd from 9 – noon.

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

This summer we have focused on providing long sleeve t-shirts for added sun protection. These are available in different styles and colors.

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

From the Library

Thank you for all the book donations on Thursday. We are setting up Friday at 10. If you have books, we still have room.

Ellen will be selling Thetis Island merchandise on Saturday.
So lots of to be had!

Celine

Marine Sale

Telegraph Harbour Marina -Sat. Aug 2 10am-4pm

New and good used marine supplies. 

Electronics, line ,deck hardware, lifejackets and much more

Proceeds go to School Orchards Africa (SOAS)

Donations of marine hardware to sell appreciated

Stop by after the Book & Bake sale to cash in on some super bargains for your boat 

No reasonable offer refused

Weather Forcast

SYNOPSIS: Hot and dry conditions continue with changes beginning toward cooling temperatures today (Thursday), a rise in minimum RH values and winds continue to be moderate. There is a risk of thunderstorms through a good portion of CoFC this afternoon and evening. It’s expected any lightning will be on the dry side and very little rain will be produced. Friday will see mostly seasonal temperatures. A risk of thunderstorms remains for tomorrow with most activity expected east of the Coastal Fire Centre.

OUTLOOK: Saturday to Monday: Unstable conditions continue into the weekend,
along with a downturn in fire behaviour. Temperatures will be seasonal for most of the fire
centre and minimum RH values continue to recover. The eastern side of the Pemberton and Fraser fire zones remain the direst spots but improve from where they have been. It looks to be quiet storm wise through the weekend. Winds take a small uptick in gusts into Sunday with 30-40 km/h gusts expected. As the low from the Pacific continues to push inland showers and rain are expected in the northern zones late Monday.

Active Fires

• Bear Creek (V1110) - Fraser Zone - 65 ha - Out of Control
  • This fire was reported in the late afternoon on July 29.
  • We responded with Initial Attack and aviation resources.
  • On July 30, two unit-crews and aviation resources were assigned to this fire.
  • This fire is suspected to be human caused.

• Cogburn Creek (V11010) - Fraser Zone - 3.4 ha - Under Control
• Alexandra Bridge Park (V10998) - Fraser Zone - 2.5 ha -Under Control
• V10830 - Fraser Zone - 0.8 ha - Being Held

• Comox Lake Fire (V81029) - North Island Zone - 5.6 ha - Under Control
  • This fire was reported on July 21 and responded to with a swift initial response, including Initial Attack crews, helicopters and air tankers.
  • On July 23, the status of this fire was changed to Under Control, which means a wildfire that is not projected to grow beyond the current perimeter.
• Nahmint Mountain (V70527) - Mid-Island Zone - 19.8 ha - Being Held
• Barsby Lake Fire (V61089) - South Island Zone - 2.24 ha -Under Control
  • This fire was reported on July 27, and we responded quickly with three Initial Attack crews, two response officers, along with air tanker support. Additional Night Vision Imaging System aircraft worked into the night on Sunday to.
  • On July 29 the status of this fire was moved to Under Control.
• Nanaimo River Road (V61030) - South Island Zone - 3 ha - Under Control
  • Reported on July 21 and responded to with initial attack crews, helicopters and air tankers.
  • On July 23, the status of this fire was changed to Under Control.

For the most up to date information on fire incidents, visit the BC Wildfire Dashboard

Smaller, human-caused bush fires continue to plague many of the Cowichan Valley fire departments daily and a quick response by the local departments with mutual aid is usually able to keep these fires from escalating to the Provincial response. Those fires are not included on the BC Wildfire Dashboard

Thetis Island continues, along with the South and Mid-Island Zone to be in EXTREME fire danger class rating. Please take advantage of our Fire Smart Home Preparedness Plan and contact Stu Downey at firesmartthetisisland@gmail.com for more information or a FireSmart Wildfire Exposure Assessment for your property.

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck
Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

Telegraph Harbour Marina Pizza Patio Night

Pizza Patio Night 

Neapolitan Pizza • Wine & Beer • Sunset Vibes

Kick back with a glass in hand and the smell of pizza in the air. It’s Pizza Patio Night — where the pizzas are hot, the drinks are cold, and the sunset does the rest.

$17 Neapolitan pizzas made fresh to order. 

Wines 

Craft beer 

Chill patio vibes

Ice cream by the scoop....

Dine in or take away — no need to pre-order, just show up! Our pizzas cook fast and are worth the wait.

Friday and Saturday 5pm — 9pm

July Rainfall

July 2025: .9 mm

July 2024: 11.6 mm

Average July: 12.2 mm

July 2025 YTD: 436.8 mm

July 2024 YTD: 593.6 mm

Average YTD: 509.5 mm

Lowest July: '0' mm in 2013 and 2021.

Highest July: 38.5 mm in 2022

Keith Rush 

From the Library

Today, Thursday is the day to drop of your book donations from the famous Book and Bake Sale on Saturday.

I will be at the hall 10-12. Maybe earlier maybe later.

If this does not work for you, leave them on the patio, bring them on Friday, we set up at 10, or before 10 on Saturday.

Thank you for your continued generous donations to this event.

Celine

Join the ThINC Bio-Blitz Challenge - Discover Nature, Win Prizes!

Hey Nature Lovers!

In case you missed it, ThINC is hosting a Bio-Blitz Challenge using the app iNaturalist. It is a fun and meaningful way to explore Thetis Island’s wild side while contributing to real scientific research. Whether you're part of a ThINC program or just love snapping photos of local plants and critters, this is for you!

You’ll learn to identify plants, animals, and marine life through hands-on activities and guided experiences woven into programs like: Junior Biologists, Sea Life Centre Critter ID, and Expert Excursions. OR - take it on solo - go ID crazy and upload your sightings anytime!

How to join:
1. Sign up at iNaturalist
2. Join our project: ThINC 2025 Bio-Blitz - www.inaturalist.org/projects/thetis-island-nature-conservancy-2025-bio-blitz

Start observing! No need to be connected - upload photos when you can.

The challenge runs until August 24th, but any photos taken since June 1st count.
There will be prizes, with winners announced at the Nature House wrap-up on August 24!

Got questions? Reach out to Amelia at amelia@thetisislandnatureconservancy.org

See you out there,
The ThINC Team

FireSmart Tip

FireSmart Tip - Build a ‘Stay at Home Emergency Kit’ and a ‘Leave Immediately Grab-and-Go Bag’.

When it comes to wildfires, it’s always a good idea to start preparing—even if you feel like you aren’t at risk. Taking proactive steps to protect your home and family can make a big difference if the unexpected happens.



Follow this link for instructions and videos: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/preparedbc/build-an-emergency-kit-and-grab-and-go-bag

For more info, email firesmartthetisisland@gmail.com

Structure Protection Unit/FireSmart, an auxiliary of TIVFD