Free Vacuum

Available for free Bissell Cleanview II multicyclonic vacuum. Barely used. We no longer need it. 

Please call or text 250 613 8289. 

Michelle 

Transportation Alternatives

Good Day Thetis Islanders,

Just before the Covid scare hit I was working with Modo co-operative to try and learn and co-ordinate where possible, on offering a membership in a car share opportunity. I know there are already a number of Islanders who have Modo memberships.

For those not familiar with Modo, the short version, for details visit their website. Basically, you apply for a membership, once approved it gives you access to a vehicle or in their three-location program I believe their fleet is around 850 vehicles. Nothing is in stone right now. I am just trying to find out if there is a need, and or desire to have this service. The way I currently see it, we would start with one electric vehicle, home base Chemainus. at or near the ferry terminal..................... if anyone has an in or ear of B.C. Ferries love to have you on board at least the investigation team. The service is strictly, circular, pickup at the ferry and drop off there when you are done. I am not interested in re-inventing the wheel. Modo
has a plan, software, the whole nine yards that has been functioning for years. For those not yet familiar with EVs, you will need to disconnect the charger, scan your ID to confirm who you are for insurance/time in and out/ kms driven etc. Check over the vehicle............. if you see a ding or dent, or excess dirt, document it with a pic. Your' tank' is already full for the AM shift and with the long range of many of these new EVs there isn't much worry of running out................... for those who haven't investigated recently, 250 - 600kms per full charge!! As proud owners of e-bikes for a year now, I will also propose a couple of these for the more adventuresome amongst us.

As always, the devil is in the details.................. I have been following the EV market for a decade................ and although I don't like all of Elon's business plans, the Tesla startup business man, he has pushed and pulled the obstinate auto industry kicking and screaming into this future. Now we have reached the point where auto companies are announcing a complete changeover oftheir fleets by as soon as 2026.................... who would have thunk.......

If you have any interest in joining our team, offering ideas/concerns/detailitis/50,000' views/etc., etc. please email David at    info@lotuslandvineyards.com.

A few people have asked why I am going to the trouble............... I believe its time has come................. we leave our ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicles for great stretches of time in our driveways. Their batteries go flat, they start hard, run poorly, and often times don't warm up enough to stay healthy....................... why not join us at least for some trips particularly short ones, by letting me know your interest level.

We also feel now that we are into our third year here, it is past time to 'pay forward' as a member of the community.

And a quick plug for my part time business............. Full Spectrum is the Canadian distributor for a line of hybrid solar inverters, all with integrated switching/charge controllers, transformers, etc., LiFePO4 12v 100Ah batteries that meet even broader specs than the market leader, you can connect multiples together in a series/parallel configuration right up to 4 x X so 12, 24, 48v, for everything from small RVs, TTs, cabins, homes, and businesses needing 3 phase off grid
power to  by as many amps as you wish. Our prorated warranty goes out ten years or 6-10,000 cycles depending on the charge parameters I set on the inverter/charger. For those sharp with their pencils, that is 30 years or more folks............... never replace your batteries over the life of your system. I also have a line of 250~W panels, standard 60 cell units, that were replaced in the
first year for cosmetic blemishes, 'worm trails' as they are affectionately called in the industry.
Everyone I have tested exceeds the new spec. In otherwards these units are typically testing out at 255-265W. So far, I have installed/kitted systems at 5-7.5 cents per kwh over a 30-year service life................ For those that haven't looked at their bill lately, that’s roughly half of 2^nd tier hydro rates which I believe are currently at 12.5 cents per kwh. Yes you pay up front, but at least during half the year you could be building <cr> for the winter months and have backup power
YOU control in the event of a service interruption.

I welcome all inquiries.

Regards,
David
Full Spectrum Distributors
President
Regenerative, Bio-dynamic Organic, Group of Companies
Semi-retired

Installation of Artwork created by Maynard Johnny, Jr.

The Thetis Island Community Association Board of Directors is honoured to announce the installation of artwork created by Penelakut artist Maynard Johnny Jr. on the exterior of the new Forbes Hall Community Centre. 

This commission was done in the Spirit of Reconciliation and speaks to the bridging of the Penelakut people and Thetis Islanders.

Maynard Johnny, Jr. and Peter de Hoog (Architect) were on hand to oversee the installation.

There will be a formal unveiling and dedication of the art along with a community celebration in mid-September. 

The TICA Board

Yoga with Karen

What to bring:

There are no yoga mats or props available at the Hall, so please bring your own Yoga mat for sure. If you have blocks/straps bring those too, and maybe a cushion to sit on.  If you don’t have blocks be creative and bring books, if no straps bring belt/tie/scarf.

Ideally no heavy meal right before class, a light snack about 1 hour before is fine. 

Please continue to self-assess and stay home if you are feeling unwell, thank you. 

I will be at the Hall early to get set up and let you all in, please leave your shoes in the cloakroom.  

Each class will be by donation, all donations will go towards Forbes Hall.  Please bring cash if you have it, (hopefully you may have some lying around that you have been unable to use over the last 16 months) thank you! 

Looking forward to meeting you all soon! 

Love,

Karen

Karen Roff
Yoga Alliance E-RYT 500 hrs, YACEP
kareneroff@gmail.com

Mini Fridge for Sale

Danby compact mini fridge model DCR34W for sale. Small freezer compartment at the top and three removable shelves in the fridge compartment.

Total of 3.2 cubic feet capacity. Has been used for bottled and canned beverages only; very clean. Works great, perfect for cottage. $75.00

If interested please email David at: drivingmissdaisy.da@gmail.com

Concrete Pour - Thursday Ferries

Poirier Custom Homes is planning a concrete pour on Thursday July 22

There will be 6 trucks and a pumper spread out on the first 2/3 ferries leaving Chemainus and the Thetis mid-morning and early afternoon sailings.

Lynda Poirier

Cherry Plums

Beat the Birds and the Racoons!

We have a tree full of cherry plums. Before they are all consumed by our animal friends, if anyone would like to come and pick on Wednesday (we have ladders), let us know via email on first come first serve basis. They make great jam! Probably require a week or so of ripening once picked (so says Google)! You will need to bring your own containers.

alexwendy@shaw.ca

From the Library...

The library is open with tea and treats Sunday 1-4.

New materials are displayed on the checkout counter.

Some titles are:

What Was Said to Me by Ruby Peter, a Cowichan elder’s memoir. 971

DVD Documentary Whales

The Law of Innocence   Michael Connelly

and more.

Happy reading and viewing!

Celine

Librarian with a library.

Nature House 4: Tide-y the Beach!!

Hey there Thetis islanders! 

Swing on by our sign-up sheet and check-out the fun activities we've got planned for you folks this coming week! For Thursday, July 22nd, join Andy/Connor and participate in ThINC's Citizen Science Seastar Monitoring program. Help us keep track of echinoderm cousins as they recover from Seastar Wasting disease. For Friday, July 23rd, Join Andy/Connor, for an intertidal walk along Clam Bay Beach, and learn about the abundance of life that can be found in the intertidal zone. After the intertidal walk, the Nature House will be open for sign-up, where you and the family can check out our state of the art touch tank and participate in some freeform creative expression activities!

All ages are welcome to both events, and we will be accepting up to 20 people for the outdoor sessions and 10 for the indoors sessions.

Sign-up sheet can be found at https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1l01psKv9g86TdiGAJzxeHgTlp1Xel8J-5wTWqCutLrU/edit?usp=drive_web&ouid=108967762332384140481

For any questions please contact Bree at breanna@thetisislandnatureconservancy.org

See you then,

ThINCpod

Items For Sale

1. Billy Travel baby Stroller. Light weight, compact fold, lay flat/sit up mode. Like new condition. Great for travel - 100$.

2. Infant car seat Chico Key fit 30.  Can use it till 2023. Rear facing. Has infant inserts. Used condition but clean. 50$

3. Child Booster seats. 2 options available. New condition. 50$ each.

Text for pictures - 2504360052
Jeffrey T

Rocking Chair Wanted to Borrow

Does anyone have a rocking chair we could borrow July 26- August 9 ?
Thanks
Heather
250-246-8239

Sunglasses Found on Pilkey Point

Wednesday evening I rescued sunglass off the beach at Pilkey Point (Forgot to post till now).If you can name the brand you can come pick them up.

Elite 250-533-9347,

778-557-6510

elitewillowbrook@gmail.com