Nature House - Today's Events

Here's what's on today!

10-12 Tides to Trails: Water on the Land with Ian Ralston (youth, adults)
Location: The Portal - meet at the Nature House, parking at Heneage House (the wine-coloured building) or the Fairyslipper parking area

Join local expert Ian Ralston for a walk at The Portal exploring how water moves through our Gulf Islands landscape - across rocky outcrops, through thin soils, and down to the sea. Drawing on the concept of One Water, Ian will guide us through the water cycle across the seasons, considering the roles of soil, sediment, rock, forest, and human impact. We'll look at practical ways to enhance water in the landscape, improve soils, and tread more lightly on the land we share.

About Ian: Trained in soil and water engineering, Ian has worked with communities in West Africa and beyond to develop watershed management initiatives. He practices in BC as a wastewater system engineer and soil evaluation specialist, with a particular interest in ecological sanitation and the role of wastewater systems within One Water management.

1-3 SLC Drop-in: Sustainable Fisheries (all ages)
Location: Sea Life Centre at Telegraph Harbour Marina

The fishing industry has been a backbone of the BC coast for decades, but how do you know if the fish you're buying is actually sustainable? Come to the SLC this week to decode those symbols at the grocery store, learn why supporting local fishermen matters, and try an interactive demonstration exploring the real impacts of overfishing.

The SLC is open Friday–Sunday whenever the seastar flag is flying - drop in anytime!

Tomorrow at Wild Creatives - Activity Update!

Due to overcast conditions in the forecast, we're swapping out Sun Printing for something equally wonderful - Herbal Incense Bundles! Using aromatic herbs and flowers harvested fresh from the People's Apothecary Garden, you'll create your own fragrant bundle to take home. Same time, same place (Forbes Hall Pavilion, 10am–12pm). Sun Printing will be rescheduled for a sunnier day!

10am Saturday Morning Yoga @ Forbes Hall

Teaching sweetheart opening flow on Saturday. Listening to some tunes while linking full body movement with breath, waking up our minds, bodies and hearts

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

Karen
kareneroff@gmail.com
778 688 4102

Sunday Church

The speaker this Sunday the 26th is Brother Morgan.
From the old country, sharing his testimony.
A lively chap indeed.

10 AM at the Community Centre, all are welcome.
Further info---Ernie 250-252-0144.

We need a ride! Will pay!

My daughter and I are looking for a lift from Nanaimo to Nitinaht Village (West Coast Trail) on August 2nd. We're offering $250 for your time and travel costs. We will have one 40L backpack (35pounds) and one 20L backpack (20pounds). Please text (587) 712-2777 or email sheryloutside@gmail.com if you can help or have any questions!

Thanks kindly,

Sheryl

Items for Sale

Zero gravity lounge chair $ 75, 

2 canopies as used at the market $100 each. 

Portable cement mixer$150. 

250 210 8926, Mike.

Recycled Solid Wood Kitchen Cabinets

Kitchen cabinets from an old L shaped kitchen available for reuse. 

Photos available - email Wendy.ann.milne@gmail.com for photos and address. 

Free - but you must be able to pick them up Saturday the 25th or Sunday the 26th.

Free

30-gallon rubber made totes (with lids)
9 available

Lot 26
End of driveway

Echo Proline Trimmer for Sale

Echo SRM-280T trimmer

-28.1 cc high torque 2 stroke (50:1 mix)

-59"straight shaft + shoulder stap

-17" cutting width-13.5 lbs-comes with standard nylon line head+ 3 blade Maxi

-cut head which uses replaceable nylon blades-can also mount metal brush blades 

-Reliable, easy start gas trimmer in great condition

-Equivalent unit and accessory head today $600.00+taxes

-Gone with battery unit now due to frequent fire hazard restrictions- $275.00 (Firm)

Contact H. Harvey e-mail:  ve7ssr@gmail.com

Author! Author! (And Artist!)

We are having a very special Saturday! Published authors and several artists will be at the Summer Market at Howling Wolf Farm on Thetis Island, July 25th from 10 until 2 (providing the showers hold off!) Many of the authors will be there to sign books for you and some will have their books available for purchase. Come meet our authors and artists! Authors and artists in alphabetical order with links to information where available

Marcia Aftimus

Ray Tony Charlie

Ann Eriksson

Gary Geddes

Mary Gooding

Warren Goulding

Susan Anita Jones

Andy Lamb

Dave Steen

Kjell Valestrand

Now Hiring – Part-Time Server

The Thetis Island Pub is looking for a friendly, reliable part-time server to join our team for August and September!

If you enjoy working with people and providing great customer service, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer:
• Flexible, part-time hours
• A fun, supportive team
• Great tips
• A beautiful island workplace

We're looking for someone who is:
• 19 years of age or older
• Serving It Right certified
• Friendly and outgoing
• Reliable and punctual
• Available to work evenings and weekends
• A team player with a positive attitude

Previous serving experience is an asset, but we're happy to train the right person.

Whether you're looking for a seasonal job before school, some extra income, or just a few shifts a week, we'd love to hear from you!

Please send us a message, email your resume to thetisislandresorts@gmail.comor drop one off at the pub.

Join our team and spend the rest of the summer at one of Thetis Island's favourite gathering places!

Thanks,

Marina Staff

What's Fresh @ Jollity Farm?

Open Sat 10am to 1pm

Thank you everyone for your organic blueberry orders. We will let you know soon about the pick-up date.

On the harvest list:
Salad
Sprouts
Cauliflower
Broccoli
Radish
Beans
Zucchini
Cucumbers
Blueberries
Red Currants
Strawberries
Corn
Tomatoes - heirloom and cherry
Cucumber
Basil
Parsley
Potatoes
Garlic
Spring onion
Flower bouquets

New product to look forward to next week: Cheese from Cowichan Creamery!

With thanks,

Jollity Farmers

Fire Dept Urgent Message (Wed, 22-July-2026)

As of 2:30 this afternoon (Wednesday) the outside temperature gauge at the firehall was reading 33.6°C (92.5°F). t

The Air Quality from the two sensors on Thetis Island are in the ORANGE zone (green, yellow, orange, red, purple) which means there may be a respiratory risk for some people within 24 hours of exposure, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution. You can check the Thetis Island Purple Air sensors at <www.purpleair.com>. The sensors update every 10 minutes.

Firefighters know a lot about smoke and the fine particulate matter that makes up haze from wildfires. We strongly suggest you not exercise in this heat and haze, make sure you keep hydrated, and check the sites like Purple Air <www.purpleair.com> and <firesmoke.ca> to keep updated on what is going on in our airshed.

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

Note: PurpleAir sensors are located outdoors at Forbes Hall Community Centre and near the shore between Lawrence and Porlier Road.