Dead Deer

Recently at least 2 deer have been found dead on Thetis without any evidence of trauma.

It is likely these deer have died from infection with AHD (adenovirus hemorrhagic disease), which has been spreading on nearby islands and in the Cowichan valley as well as in the American gulf islands.

Anyone finding a deer under these circumstances is advised to not consume the meat from the animal and to wear gloves and mask while handling the carcass. Disposal is by deep burial without moving the carcass to another location.

More information may be found online by googling "AHD in deer in BC".

Bill Cobb

Basil Available

I have some basil plants $2 each, and some cardoons.

Diane darsenau@gmail.com

Musician for Hire

Hi!  I am a professional musician available for private parties, special events and weddings available for gigs on Thetis starting in July. 

Please contact me through this website link. 

Thank you so much!  https://robbiehancock.com/booking

Robbie Hancock

Hazard Rating Climbing

Wednesday we will have moved up to HIGH Hazard Rating.  

This means that starting Thursday, early shift comes into effect.  All spark/flame/hot exhaust producing tools, including metal-bladed tools such as mowers or gas weed whackers etc. must cease work before 1 pm and a two-hour fire watch posted.

(Note that electric chainsaws operated above knee height where the chain won't strike rocks, electric splitters, and electric weed whackers with plastic string are exempt.)

Salt Spring is now in EXTREME.  The other local fire weather stations are sure to follow soon.  

Please be extremely careful with your evening permitted campfires.  Time to dust off your propane campfire appliances.

TIVFD 

TIRRA AGM Reminder: June 26th (Saturday)

As previously advised, TIRRA will hold their AGM on Saturday, June 26th at Forbes Hall. 4:00PM Start time

Indoor meetings under current Health Orders require:

• hand sanitizer on entering and exiting: will be provided
• seated attendance with 2 meters distance from anyone not in your bubble
• documentation held for 30 days detailing first and last names and contact phone numbers: attendance will be registered upon entry
• face masks required if you are not able to keep 2 meters from others, please come prepared with your mask
• no more than 50 in attendance: historically numbers between 20 and 30 attendees
• no gathering indoors before or after meeting, not recommended outdoors either

AGENDA:

Approval of September 2020AGM Minutes

President's report*

Financial report

Committee reports* (Trails, Espokes, Transportation, St. Margaret's Cemetery)

Solid Waste report

*As indicated, reports are already posted on the TIRRA portion of Thetis Island Community website for your review prior to the AGM

Keith Rush: Ferry Advisory Committee

Members Motion has been submitted to support a Composting Initiative, as part of Summer Employment Program: Funding requested $3500

Any other Items from membership

Meeting adjournment

TIRRA 

Jollity Farm Open Wednesday

4-7pm
Come by to see Farmer Finn and his fresh mid-week produce harvest.

Harvested fresh: 
Basil
Zucchini
Kale
Mixed Greens
Peas
Chard
Taiwan Cabbage
Carrots
Pac Choi

Also available: 
Kale Chips
Veggie Dumplings
Corn Tortillas
Final 2-4" annuals
Perennial plants
Asparagus (last picks of the season)

Email, text or call to reserve ahead (some morning pick up available if evening doesn't work)
info@jollityfarm.ca or 250.415.0101

Coat Found

Coat found on Kenwood Rd

call Pat 250 246 2730

For Sale

Apple Pencil. Second gen. NIB
$100.00

Text Chris 2502520699

Canoe Wanted

Do you have a canoe that you’re not using? 

We would like to buy a canoe in good condition. 
Please email bevdavegreene@gmail.com

Note Regarding July 1st Sailpast

A recent e-spokes notice of the sailpast on July 1 included plans for a "pitstop on Tent Island".

For anyone participating in the sail past and Tent Island pitstop, please consider that Tent Island is part of Penelakut's Reserve and that in August 2020 Penelakut notified the public through signs and newspaper that Tent Island is closed to the public "due to neglect and abuse."

This means if there is no explicit permission to be on Tent Island from Penelakut Tribe, it is trespass. Hopefully in the spirit of being responsible neighbours and citizens, any participating Thetis Islanders will respect and support Penelakut's decision and the ecological integrity of this tiny island by getting permission before making a pitstop on July 1 or any day. And if permission to access Tent Island is granted, we can assume it means responsible and respectful use - no garbage, no fires, and no bathrooming.

Please see the article published in the Chemainus Valley Courier last summer at this link: https://www.chemainusvalleycourier.ca/news/tent-island-closed-due-to-neglect-and-abuse-from-campers/

Kelly Bannister

Change of Parade Date

The Thetis Island Parade date has been changed to AUGUST 1, Sunday. This will allow B.C. Day long weekend guests to participate and the road traffic for the ferry will be lighter.

Jeannine

Jollity Farm Weekly Order Reminders + Something Kind of Cheesy!!

• Local Milk & Yogurt Requests and Order Changes - due by Monday night
• True Grain Organic Bread & Baking Orders - due by Monday night
• Bagel Orders (poppyseed, multigrain, everything, sesame) $10/doz - due by Wednesday night
• Home Grocery Delivery - please confirm with us by Thursday night

NEW this week...something cheesy is coming to the farm!
We are teaming up with Haltwhistle Cheese from Glenora. After going for a tour, meeting all the goats and enjoying delicious samples, we've chosen a few products to start offering on a regular basis. Orders due by Monday night (or Tues morning is ok):
Feta - 200g/$10.95
Cows' milk curds (amazing on poutine, pizza or salad) - 200g/$7
Chèvre - 250g/$9.95
Fromage Frais - 250g/$8.5

Grow-your-own Mushroom Kits
Thanks for your interest and orders. If you'd like to read more about the different varieties, you can visit the Foragers Gallery website: https://foragersgalley.com/product-category/grow-at-home-kits/
We are taking requests for: Blue Oyster, Pink Oyster, Phoenix (or Gold Oyster), Lion's Mane & Reishi (medicinal)
They will be available to pick up next weekend. (there will be other pick up dates too)
$35/kit (includes grow box, moisture tent, spray bottle and instructions)

Dumplings... what's your flavour?
Whoa, we really mastered the dumpling cooking technique tonight. SO good! Let us know how it's going for you and if you'd like any tips.
We are ready for another order so we'd like to hear from you. What do you vote for next (we still have a few vegan packs):  Lemongrass & Chicken, Pork Belly OR a new flavour, Shrimp & Chive (these ones are $18 vs the regular $16).
Please send requests by Tuesday morning.

Questions/orders to info@jollityfarm.ca or text 250.415.0101