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Comox Valley Land Trust

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The Comox Valley Land Trust promotes, protects, conserves, and restores the ecologically significant land, waters, and wildlife habitat of the Comox Valley, British Columbia.

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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Removing invasive plants ensures that native plants can thrive. Meet at the end of 21st street in Courtenay, where it meets the Courtenay Rotary Trail near Dogwood Park. For more information contact wetlands@cvnature.ca
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
At our AGM this summer we recognized three new honorary members: Bev Agur, Caitlin Pierzchalski, and Dr. Mary Lynn DesRoches. Honorary membership is for outstanding contributions to conservation and land stewardship. More details are on our web: cvlandtrust.ca/honorary-mem...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
A volunteer opportunity with Morrison Creek streamkeepers
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Fungus fest is happening in Cumberland Oct 1-4, sponsored by The Cumberland Community Forest. Amazing event, tickets are selling fast! www.cumberlandforest.com/forest-event...
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7th Annual Cumberland Fungus Fest - Cumberland Community Forest Society
This 4 day interdisciplinary celebration of fungus and forest ecology includes presentations, knowledge sharing, guided walks, art projects, storytelling,
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Here's a great article on our Deep Bay campaign: only one more week! thediscourse.ca/comox-valley...
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Deep Bay land purchase could protect rare forested shoreline
In a partnership with the Comox Valley and Nanaimo Area land trusts, BC Parks Foundation is fundraising to protect 50 hectares of pristine shoreline in Deep Bay and make it accessible to the public.
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
All candidates forum tomorrow (Tuesday) - come learn about the people who want to represent our valley communities.
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Family Watershed Day happening tomorrow - drop by Puntledge Park to check it out.
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Another fascinating guided walk we invite you to sign up for: form.jotform.com/262565665763...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Congratulations to Laura Ann O’Brien who has been awarded the BC Medal of Good Citizenship! She is a member of the board of the Tsolum River Restoration Society, and a long-time advocate and volunteer. comoxvalleyrecord.com/2026/08/28/c...
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Comox Valley resident awarded B.C. Medal of Good Citizenship - Comox Valley Record
Laura Ann O'Brien recognized for her river stewardship and community outreach
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Breaking news: we are crowdfunding the final amount to help purchase a very ecologically important property in Deep Bay. This property has been at the top of our list for protection since 2015. Please help us spread the word, and please consider a donation here: cvlandtrust.ca/portfolio-it....
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Join Comox Valley Nature for a fascinating walk exploring a remnant Garry Oak ecosystem, and learn about the ecological restoration project happening here. Registration required as group size is limited: form.jotform.com/262356359137...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
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Press Release: K’ómoks First Nation finds shipbreaking fines toothless when it comes to protecting Baynes Sound from contamination - K'ómoks First Nation
K’ómoks people have a deep connection and stewardship obligation to these lands and waters, appreciating the interconnected nature of all things, harvesting resources sustainably, and ensuring the eco...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
The salmon-killing tire wear toxin will hopefully be phased out as viable replacements are discovered cen.acs.org/business/spe...
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Candidate antiozone molecules to replace salmon-killing 6PPD-quinone in tires are emerging, but development will still take years
Alternatives to 6PPD, a critical antiozone agent for rubber, are emerging, but will they be ready soon?
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Our land trust holds covenants on 10 local parks, plus four private properties. Here's our staff and board visiting the beach in front of McLoughlin Gardens, one of four stops we made on a tour to get to know some of our properties better. We love our valley.
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Congratulations again to our partner in conservation Project Watershed. Kus-kus-sum stands as a testament to what can happen when a community comes together with a shared purpose. Shown here are Doug Hillian (City of Courtenay), Heygus Nicole Rempel, and the Chairs of Project Watershed.
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
MARS Wildlife Rescue SUMMER RAFFLE! Thanks to their generous donors, you can win fabulous prizes at www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/mars and fundraise for MARS animal rescue work.
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Summer Raffle 2026
Summer Raffle 2026
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
The public is invited to Project Watershed's AGM on Saturday July 18 10:30 to noon, with a talk about their important forage fish research. comoxvalleyrecord.com/2026/07/08/p...
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Project Watershed celebrates restoration, research and community at upcoming AGM - Comox Valley Record
AGM will feature presentation on Project Watershed’s forage fish research project
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
In 2020 the CVRD was gifted a forested property along the Oyster River by the late Father Charles Brandt, a Catholic hermit who lived there for 50 years. On Friday July 10 the public is invited to tour the property - now a park - led by youth from the Youth and Ecological Restoration Program (YER).
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Sign up for this interesting walk as part of our third annual walk series. Led by local expert Laura O'Brien, walk participants will learn about the fascinating history of the Tsolum River watershed. Registration is required as group size is limited form.jotform.com/261686242541...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Results of our 5th annual photo contest are in! cvlandtrust.ca/2026/06/17/a...
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Announcing our 2026 photo contest winners! - Comox Valley Land Trust
The results of the Comox Valley Land Trust’s photo contest are in! Now in its 5th year, the contest had nearly 100 people submitting their best images. The
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Join the CVLT for a fun and educational bird walk through Roy Stewart Morrison Nature Park. Two sessions will be held on Sunday June 7. Registration is required because there is a limited number of spots. Use this link to register: form.jotform.com/261442738202...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Our photo contest is open only until May 31. See our website to submit your images of our beautiful valley, or its wild plants and animals. Great prizes await! cvlandtrust.ca/photocontest/ Beautiful photo of gulls on the water by Megan Firth.
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Perseverance wetlands walking tour happening this Thursday at 4 p.m. form.jotform.com/261167002462...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
This interesting lecture is part of Watershed Awareness Days hosted by the Comox Valley Regional District's Connected by Water Program @comoxvalleyrd.bsky.social www.courtenaymuseum.ca/source-encou...
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Lecture: Source Encounters in the Comox Lake Watershed -
Lecture: Source Encounters in the Comox Lake Watershed Image used by permission, CV Land Trust. Tuesday, May 26, @ 7:00 pm Event type: In-person Time: Doors open 6:30 PM, presentation starts 7:00 P...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
From the Comox Valley Regional District, a guided tour of the Comox Lake Bluffs ecological reserve, May 26 4 p.m. Registration required: form.jotform.com/241217915150...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Really great prizes in this raffle to support MARS Wildlife Rescue www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/mars
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Summer Raffle 2026
Join thousands of community organizations - big and small - who raise more funds for their worthy causes with Rafflebox.
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Here is a lovely short film from the CBC about our Morrison Creek lamprey www.youtube.com/watch?v=isii...
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A rare little fish, a new mom and finding wonder in a backyard creek
YouTube video by The Nature of Things
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
A fun and educational day of learning how to support wildlife close to home with native plants and ecological practices. There'll be 35+ native plants species for sale for a variety of different growing conditions.
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Please consider helping the Cumberland Community Forest over the finish line. www.cumberlandforest.com/11-days-left...
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11 Days left in the quest for Middle Earth! - Cumberland Community Forest Society
There are only 11 days remaining in a remarkable quest to secure Middle Earth! We can almost hear nature cheering us all on!
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
We hosted local reporter Lisa Hamilton at qax mot. Thanks for the comprehensive article Lisa! comoxvalleyrecord.com/2026/04/29/p...
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Plantation gone wild: human hands help nature restore a forest in Comox Valley - Comox Valley Record
Comox Valley Land Trust’s qax mot project transforms timber back into trees
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
This marks the Town of Comox's first event as certified Bird Friendly Town (Intermediate level)! There will be booths, guided bird walks, and the MARS Wildlife Rescue Centre Ambassador owl! www.facebook.com/events/22051...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Our second walk of the season still has space, happening this Saturday April 25th. See this link to register: form.jotform.com/260898953951...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Our fifth annual photo contest is now open, with over $1,500 in prizes. Pros and beginners alike are invited to submit outdoor photos of native species or landscapes, taken within our region. cvlandtrust.ca/photocontest/
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Together, the community is helping this forest grow old. Please consider a donation to the CCFS's Middle Earth campaign. www.cumberlandforest.com/42-days-to-m...
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38 Days to Middle Earth! - Cumberland Community Forest Society
We have just 38 days left in our campaign to secure project funds for Middle Earth! Over the last 6 weeks we have secured $40,000 in community donations (WOW)
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Our first walk of the season! Please join us by registering here: form.jotform.com/260855282123...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Sign up for a guided walk this weekend. Vanier Nature Park is home to a small grove of Garry oak trees which is being stewarded by Comox Valley Nature. comoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca/event/vanier...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Comox Valley Nature is hosting a series of events to celebrate their 60th anniversary. See all events here: comoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca/events/
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
From our partner in conservation, Comox Valley Nature: the public is invited to a series of guided walks in celebration of CVN's 60th anniversary! See their website to learn more: comoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca/events/ #comoxvalleynature
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Comox Valley Nature is kicking off their Tree of the Year walk series on Sunday March 28th at Seal Bay Park from 11:00 – 12:30. The topic is “finding the mother tree”. While the walk is free, registration is required. Please see their website: comoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca/event/findin...
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Finding the Mother Tree - Comox Valley Nature
This knowledge walk is led by Fred Newhouse, forester and member of Comox Valley Nature. Explore the concept of the Mother Tree through a guided walk of discovery. Participants will learn about the ec...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Why is it important to buy private forest land so it can be stewarded by the community? So many reasons. The countdown for the purchase of Middle Earth is on, and the Cumberland Community Forest Society is still accepting donations: www.cumberlandforest.com/protecting-m...
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Protecting Middle Earth in 2026! - Cumberland Community Forest Society
2026 is shaping up to be another exciting year for the Cumberland Forest Community!
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Mark your calendars for this cool upcoming event on World Water Day www.facebook.com/events/14856...
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Middle Earth Walk on World Water Day w/ Tal Engel
Event in Greenwater, WA by Cumberland Forest on Sunday, March 22 2026
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
The spawn is on! 🐟 As you encounter herring eggs, consider snapping a photo and uploading the observation to iNaturalist. Annotate your observations as “Life Stage --> egg” and your observation will be automatically captured under our iNaturalist project, Pacific Herring Spawn and Nurseries
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Pacific Herring Spawn and Nurseries
The Coastal Forage Fish Network is gathering a public collection of Pacific herring spawn (or egg) locations. We are targeting Pacific herring, Clupea pallasii. We are looking for observations with ph...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Herring spawning is getting started; keep an eye out! www.timescolonist.com/local-news/f...
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From Vancouver Island to Howe Sound, spawning herring hit B.C.'s waters
The B.C. coastline is on the verge of one of its biggest natural events of the year: the annual herring spawn.
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Our work parties at qax mot are happening weekly through February and likely into March as well. The work is going very well, and we are so grateful for our many passionate volunteers! If you'd like to volunteer, please see more info on our website: cvlandtrust.ca/events/
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Events Archive - Comox Valley Land Trust
Events Archive - Comox Valley Land Trust
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
You can help by keeping an eye out for bats and reporting them comoxvalleyrecord.com/2026/01/27/n...
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North Island bats need people’s help - Comox Valley Record
Biologists asking the public for reports of bats
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
After an excellent work party last weekend, we'd like to again invite people to come help at the qax mot forest restoration site. Work parties are happening over the next two Saturdays. See this link for more information and to RSVP: form.jotform.com/260256316944...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
The Cumberland Community Forest Society is fundraising to buy Middle Earth, a 261 acre forest next to the currently protected forest park. Please consider a donation www.cumberlandforest.com/help-us-save...
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Protect Middle Earth  - Cumberland Community Forest Society
In the spring of 2025, the CCFS launched a new purchase project to the east of the existing Cumberland Community Forest called Middle Earth, a 261 acre forest
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Learn about the history and health of the Tsolum River at the Comox Valley Nature AGM, Sunday January 25th, 3-5 p.m. at Comox United Church comoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca/learn-about-...
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Learn about Tsolum River resilience at our January general meeting - Comox Valley Nature
Comox Valley Nature invites its members and the public to CVN’s January general meeting. where you can hear the following keynote presentation by our guest speaker: Title: Tsolum River Watershed – Riv...
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Forest restoration work in qax mot (Morrison headwaters) has begun. This is our first land stewardship project and we are thrilled about this new area of endeavor for our land trust. We are seeking volunteers to help with understory restoration beginning in January.
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Comox Valley Land Trust @cvlandtrust.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
As a result of our successful land acquisitions, we are now becoming land stewards. Our inaugural efforts are focused on improving forest health in the Morrison Creek Headwaters. An exciting forest restoration demonstration project will bring biodiversity back to third growth plantations.
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