Packer/Shipper Thetis Island Recycling/Solid Waste Depot.

Under general supervision, the Packer/Shipper performs a variety of tasks in the Thetis Island Recycling/Solid Waste Depot.

Duties:
Appropriately sort and store garbage and recycled materials.
Maintain the cleanliness of the recycling and solid waste area.
Motivation to work quickly and calmly during peak times.
Physical ability to perform the tasks necessary to ready bales and bins for shipping.
Pleasantly and confidently interact with Thetis Island volunteers and residents/visitors.

Hours of Work:
Minimum of 4 hours twice a week, generally 8:30 - 12:30 Saturday and
Wednesday, dependent on level of Depot activity.

Start Date:
Wednesday, July 21st, 2021 for Orientation.

Wages: $26/hour to start plus standard employment benefits, paid once
monthly.

Applicants are asked to send an application letter and work experience by
July 12th,2021 to:
davelisavernon@gmail.com
or
Corresponding Secretary, TIRRA
Box 14-1
Thetis Island, BC
V0R 2Y0

The successful candidate will be able and willing to receive on-the-job training to gain greater knowledge of the kinds of grades of recyclable materials.

Wood Lathe Experience

I am looking for someone with a wood lathe.  I have a simple job and of course will pay for the work.  Please email me as I do not have reliable cell service

Gerry Taft

gftaft@yahoo.ca

Book & Bake Sale

Explanation of Timing for EXTREME FIRE HAZARD

Some are confused about what EXTREME Fire weather Hazard means, how it is decided, and how it affects Thetis Island outdoor activities.

The BC Wildfire Service maintains many reporting weather stations in our area and we use the data mainly from the Salt Spring, Cedar and North Cowichan stations.  A rating system of 1-5 is used, 1 being Nil, 2 Low, 3 Moderate danger,4 HIGH. and 5= EXTREME FIRE HAZARD.

Ratings are based on several factors such as fine fuel moisture content code, temperature, relative humidity, wind speed, duff moisture content code, drought code, spread index etc.  These data are collected daily and the hazard level is set.

When the rating reaches HIGH for three consecutive days, “early shift” for high risk activities is put in place.  Activities can start at dawn but must be terminated before 1 p.m. and a mandatory fire watch for two hours must commence.  High risk activities include but are not limited to chainsawing, milling, mowing, excavating, mechanical tilling, etc. 

When the hazard rating goes to EXTREME that means that any sparks, open flame or smouldering fire can produce explosive fire behaviour that will run with great speed (an example is the recent Lytton fire).  All high-risk activities are shut down.  Campfires are not allowed.  (Propane campfire appliances may be used as well as battery or electric weed whackers with plastic string are allowed.  Electric chain saws may be used above waist height because there should be no danger of striking rocks and no sparks from hot exhaust are produced.)
When the hazard rating falls to HIGH again, after three consecutive days at HIGH, early shift activities may begin again.  After three consecutive days at MODERATE, early shift  regulations are cancelled.
Fire season is starting earlier each year and ending later, with HIGH and EXTREME conditions lasting for longer periods. 

We all have to plan accordingly. 
Fire Chief

For Those of You Who Asked What the Weather Outlook is for the Next Few Days

Issued: 1115 PDT Saturday July 3, 2021. 

SYNOPSIS: (Today-tomorrow) Although a weak upper trough crossed the area last night, the only effect has been to help clear out some of the marine layer clouds that have plagued the Lower Mainland the last few days.

Radar imagery shows the remnants of the cloud band crossing the provincial divide with a few high level showers which apparently are not reaching the ground. Skies are sunny and temperatures are beginning to warm quite rapidly and likely climb a degree or two above Friday’s values—mid 20s to low 30s. A thermally induced trough will deepen over the BC interior today, centred over the Okanogan, and as the pressures fall,Coastal mainland river valleys should see increasing inflow winds. As the interior pressure rises again after dark, the winds will decrease. A few isolated showers form along the western edge of the thermal trough giving a chance of an isolated shower for eastern parts of the mainland zones. There is a risk of thunderstorms over the Coast Mountains as well. The forecast for Sunday looks remarkably the same and temperatures and winds will follow a similar pattern. Possibly the interior thermal trough deepens Sunday afternoon and backs up to lie along the east facing slopes of the Coast Mountains which brings a stronger inflow to the Coastal fire centre. Also, it is likely that increasing instability and moisture brings a higher chance of showers and thunderstorms to eastern sections of the mainland zones.

OUTLOOK: (Monday-Wednesday) Sunny warm weather continues through Monday and Tuesday but by late Tuesday current forecasts show a deeper offshore low diving southeast down the outer coast and setting up a moist unstable flow onto southern BC. This brings general cloud cover and a few showers and cooler temperatures for Wednesday along with a better chance of thunderstorm activity.

Jeannine

July 1st ~ Thanks!

A big shout out to the adventurous boaters who did the full circuit on July 1st!  

It was a first-time Sail Past treat to be visited by two orcas near Tent Island as we took a pit stop at sea.

Thanks to all you islanders waving from shore, especially those on the east side whose faithful presence always make the full tour worthwhile!   

It was a great afternoon on the ocean celebrating our country and also reflecting on its flaws…as every country has them.

The flagship skiff flew an orange shirt along with a Canadian flag at half-mast in respect and recognition of the indigenous children we have wrongfully lost at residential schools.  

May truth rein in this country. Grace and forgiveness be given and accepted. And may we bond together as one proud and equal nation. 

Looking forward to seeing more boats at sea next year! 

Tricia Hunter 

Baby/kids Items For sale

10inch supercycle Strider bike - used condition. Great starter bike for 1-3 years old. - 30$ (Text or email for pictures)

Munchkin Baby wipes warmer - 10$

Assorted Kids books - puzzle book, classic bed time stories and more. Text or email for pictures - 30$ for all.

Contact Jeffrey - jeffreythudian@gmail.com
Text/Call - 2504360052

Capernwray Guests

Dear Thetis Island Friends,

With the latest changes in BC’s Restart Plan and the loosening of many restrictions, we are excited to be hosting more guests in this season, including our week long Holiday Bible Weeks for families beginning Sunday, July 4. 

We continue to remain closed to the public, including day guests and walk-on visitors. 

We are happy to be planning a day in mid to late July to invite Thetis Islanders to come enjoy the property and we look forward to seeing many of you again! 

Keep your eye out for further details on this. 

Thank you!

Nature House: Let's get Medicinal!

Stop and smell the (native) flowers! Join us at the People's Apothecary Garden this week to learn about some useful plants found in your own backyard. The garden is in full bloom after all the hard work of ThINC students from last Summer. We will be examining some local and exotic species of medicinal plants found in the garden and catching up on the "buzz" of the neighbourhood honeybee hive. If this sounds like something for you, please register here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1l01psKv9g86TdiGAJzxeHgTlp1Xel8J-5wTWqCutLrU/edit#gid=818719830

Housekeeping

Hi Folks! We’re excited to have you join us for the summer season but there are a few housekeeping items to address first.

COVID-19 Protocols: Our first priority is COVID safety.

Please stay home if you or someone in your bubble is feeling sick or experiencing flu-like symptoms.

Masks must be worn when indoors. 

Sanitizing stations will be provided when entering the Nature House

Masks are not required when outdoors but please be mindful of personal space and keeping a safe distance between participants who are not in your bubble.

Registration:

Registration is mandatory to attend our events, at this time we will NOT be accepting drop-ins. A maximum of 10 participants will be allowed per session on a first come first serve basis. Only one bubble is allowed per session including the accompanying parents/guardians. Once a session has been filled by a bubble, there will be no more room for attendees outside of that bubble. 

Attendance: 

 All age groups are welcome, however children age 12 and under will require a parent or guardian to accompany them during the session.

Parking/Meeting Locations:

We will be meeting at the People's Apothecary Garden (62 North Cove Rd.) at the allotted registration time at 9 am or 12:30 pm. Parking is available either on Mission Rd. or at the Community Centre

What to Bring:

Please wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, i.e. hat, sunglasses, water, etc. 

Questions and Concerns:

Questions and concerns regarding Nature House events, schedules and registration can be directed to breanna@thetisislandnatureconservancy.org.

Moving? Packing? Storing? Otherwise?

About 12 sturdy small boxes available at 120 Clam Bay Road

Andy

Ferry Ramp Update

BC Ferries has put on a water taxi until the ramp gets fixed. The small emergency boat is being used until they get the larger water taxi up from Salt Spring.  In the meantime the dock maintenance crew may have resolved the issue!

Keith

Keith Rush RPF (Ret)

Ph: 250.416.0013
Cell: 250.732.2766
keithrush17@gmail.com.  

Ferry Troubles

Update as of 8:40 am:

Please be advised that only foot passenger service is available to or from Thetis Island at this time due to a ramp issue at the terminal. A log has wedged under the ramp, preventing its use, and we are unable to load or unload vehicles at Thetis Island. Terminal maintenance is working on a solution and we will provide updates as quickly as they are available. This issue does not affect service between Penelakut and Chemainus.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this service disruption and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve the issue.

For more information please follow @BCFerries on Twitter, visit our website at bcferries.com, or call us toll free at 1-888-BCFERRY (223-3779).

Keith

Keith Rush RPF (Ret)

Ph: 250.416.0013
Cell: 250.732.2766
keithrush17@gmail.com