Squid Protecting Her Eggs - Preedy Harbour

 Extreme low tide - Preedy Harbour - K. Thompson

Nature House - Today's Events

Here's what's on today! 

10-12 Tides to Trails: Pollinator Bioblitz (all ages)

Location: The People’s Apothecary Garden (Lot 62) - please park on the shoulder of North Cove Road or at Forbes Hall

Did you know that some native BC bees grab onto a flower and vibrate their flight muscles at exactly the right frequency to shake the pollen loose? Honeybees can't do this, and it turns out the buzz you hear in the garden is doing a lot more work than you might think.

Join us at the PAG to learn about native pollinators and why they are so critical to ecological health. Then explore the garden in teams for a mini BioBlitz - spotting, identifying, and tallying as many pollinator species as you can find.

iNaturalist is a handy tool for identifying what you spot, but don't worry if you don't have it, we'll have identification resources on hand.

1-3 SLC Drop-in: From the Forest to the Sea (all ages)

Location: Sea Life Centre at Telegraph Harbour Marina

Ever wondered how the health of the forest and the health of the ocean are connected? This weekend at the SLC, we're exploring the remarkable journey of a salmon, from forest stream to open sea, and the intricate web of coastal ecosystems that depend on each other along the way. A perfect warm-up for the Nature of Forests Weekend!

The SLC is open Friday–Sunday whenever the seastar flag is flying!

Saturday Morning Yoga - 10am @ Forbes Hall

Teaching similar sequence to last week focusing on opening lower back, hamstrings and calf muscles

A good way to start your day in this slow flow class, linking full body movement with breath 

Bring your mat, maybe a cushion for extra padding and your lovely energy

Karen

kareneroff@gmail.com 

778 688 4102

Fire Weather

Over the last 72 hours and continuing through the day Thursday, activity in the upper atmosphere pulled in a feed of sub-tropical moisture off the Pacific Coast and western US.

That pattern means we are at risk of lightning storms that may come with very little precipitation and convective wind gusts. With our current fuel condition, these storms could create new wildfire starts and their related winds could fan new activity.

The particular area of concern is the lower mainland, Fraser Valley, and Southern Vancouver Island.

On Saturday the weather system should push northward, providing more moisture.

Coastal Fire Centre 

Thetis Island is remaining in the HIGH FIRE HAZARD rating, but we are on the very cusp of EXTREME and we could go to EXTREME any day as conditions change. Please be very vigilant with sparks and stop all high hazard activities before 1 pm and post a two-hour fire watch. If you are parking on grass, please be mindful of hot exhaust and catalytic converters.

The entire Coastal Fire Region is now shut down for campfires, which includes Thetis Island.

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

Family Fun Day: Saturday August 8th, 10 ‘til 2PM at Forbes Hall

What's Happening? Games Galore! 

11 am. The Flagship Event: Field Games for all ages!

Individual races plus new this year, a 5-person team event. And of course, tug of war!

10am - 2pm. Tennis court games. Hours extended by popular demand.

Volunteer supervisors on hand! Kub Kars, Corn Hole, etc.,

Splash, splash, splash:

Facepainting 10:30 - 1:30 in the pavilion. Toddler games nearby

Bubble blowing with kiddie pool & hula-hoop.

Drop Tank for kids to take a dip (sanitized rainwater). Compliments of TIVFD Water Supply and SPU. Don't forget suits and towels!

The ever-popular Dunk Loo (renamed in honour of TICF's new President). Bring your toonies for a chance to drench your pals - or your parents, or your brothers and sisters.... 

Plus:

The 2nd Annual ThINC table:

Last year it was cookies and tea tasting. What will they surprise us with this year?!

A rocking DJ. with music and fun!

And still $10 for lunch! Prepared by Chef Joe Knowles and his fab team. Always tasty!

See you there!!!

TICF Board

Goosey Gander Shop Open this Weekend

The Shop is chock-a-block with new items both large and small. Some of the big things include a Hoover Wind Tunnel vacuum, a Beam Central vacuum, five rolls of attic insulation, a 25-pound anchor, a Panasonic Genius microwave, a twin air mattress with built in pump, a rolling travel golf bag carrier, a vinyl record player, and a very classy powder blue cruiser bike. There are also some lovely art pieces, a bocce ball set, and many garden planter pots to choose from too.

Come have a look! Open Saturday & Sunday from 10am to 4pm both days.

Hope to see you at the Shop and Thank you,

Nan Beals

Telegraph Harbour Marina: Calling All Shepherds - We have your Pie!

Comfort meets elegance this Saturday, and you’re invited. We’ve put together a three-course menu designed to take you from bright, smoky summer flavors to deep, cozy comfort.

On the Menu: 

To Begin: A vibrant Roasted Eggplant & Peppers Salad—smoky, tangy, and tossed with fresh herbs to wake up your palate.

The Main: Our classic, deeply savory Shepherd’s Pie, baked to perfection with a rich, aromatic filling and a golden, crispy mashed potato crust.

To Finish: A silky Vanilla Panna Cotta, perfectly balanced with a tart, vibrant fruit coulis.

The Details:

When: This Saturday

Doors Open: 6:00 PM (Come grab a drink and settle in!)

Dinner Served: 6:30 PM sharp

Save your seat: RSVP to Heather: cafe@telegraphharbour.ca

Note: Your table is pending until you receive a formal confirmation email back from us here at THM. We'll be in touch soon!

Urgent for Grete!

If anyone is able to drive Grete across today (Thursday July 16th)

She’s being met on the other side. She won’t be able to walk down the hill to the ferry or up the other side. For the 10:40 am. She’ll be leaving the island sadly. She will be missed. Her ‘new to her’ belongings are already picked up. I can drive her to the ferry line.

226-931-2891

Thank you

Hedi

Dangerous Goods

There is no Dangerous Goods run this Thursday

Cheers

Sharon

Nature House - Today's Events

Here's what's on today!

2-3 TIME Jr: European Green Crab Monitoring (youth 8-15)
Location: Meet at the end of Blue Heron Road

This week TIME Jr. is getting into the muck - literally! We're joining ThINC's European Green Crab monitoring program, helping measure and count the critters turning up in our traps. The European Green Crab is an invasive species with a big impact on local ecosystems, and community science projects like this one are a vital tool in tracking and managing their spread. Fingers crossed for lots of native crabs and very few green ones!

Be prepared to get a little mucky, and wear shoes you don't mind getting wet.

New to TIME Jr.? Get in touch with Maya at maya@thetisislandnatureconservancy.org

Thetis Island Improvement District Board of Trustees Meeting July 28, 2026

The Thetis Island Improvement District Board of Trustees will be meeting Tuesday July 28th at 1 PM in the Boardroom of Forbes Hall Community Centre. This meeting is open to the public. There will be time for questions at the end of the meeting.

Keith Rush

Chair, Thetis Island Improvement District

Ice Cream!!!

Thetis Island Marina is open for Ice Cream business starting July 16!! 

Many flavors served with a happy smile! 

We look forward to serving your sweet tooth!!