Thursday Ferry: Dangerous Goods to Thetis ONLY

Departs Chemainus @ 7:45 am

Departs Thetis @ 1:30 pm

Nature House - Today's Event (Thursday, August 20)

Here's what's on today!

2-3:30pm TIME Jr: Beach Seine (Youth 8-15)
Location: North Cove Beach. Please meet at the end of North Cove Road at 2PM.

For our very last TIME Jr. session, we're going out with a splash! Join us for a hands-on beach seine at North Cove - using a large net to encircle fish and other creatures living in shallow coastal waters, the same ecological survey method used by aquatic biologists in the field. Come get a close look at who's been living just off our shores all summer long.

ThINC

Lost Buoys Seeking Owner

I have two large orange buoys which have washed up onto my beach over the last year or so.

One has the inscription KRP 313404 and the other one says PRNS 313404. If anyone knows who these belong to I'd be happy to return them because I imagine they have some value.

Cheers, Alan Cassels
Lupin Lane
Cassels@shaw.ca

For Sale: Sevylor Fish Hunter HF360 Inflatable Fishing Boat + 2 Pumps - $175 OBO

Sevylor Fish Hunter HF360 inflatable fishing boat, approximately 11' long, with seats and accessories.

The PVC is in excellent overall condition. Included:

• Sevylor HF360 inflatable fishing boat

• Seats

• Manual air pump

• 12V electric air pump that connects to a car/marine battery

• Accessory storage bag

• Other accessories

Please note: The boat has two existing patches on the bottom and a slow air leak in the upper floor area. It is being sold as-is, and the price reflects the repair required.

The original motor mount is not included.

A good project for someone familiar with inflatable-boat repairs, or for someone looking for a large fishing/tender boat at a substantial discount.

$175 OBO

Please text or call (250) 218-7128 to arrange a time to view if interested.
Guy

Thetis Island Residents and Ratepayers Association (TIRRA) - Supports Motion M-35 – Federal Operational Support for BC Ferries

TIRRA has written to the federal government in support of Motion M-35, which calls for fair, stable and long-term federal support for BC Ferries.

For island communities such as Thetis Island, reliable and affordable ferry service is essential transportation. TIRRA's letter encourages the federal government to work with the Province of British Columbia to modernize the current funding arrangement for BC Ferries and recognize the important role ferry service plays in connecting coastal and island communities.

The letter is available at: https://www.thetisisland.net/tirra/communications/20260816_Thetis_Island_Residents_and_Ratepayers_Association_Letter_in_Support_of_Motion_M-35_and_background_information.pdf

Islanders and ferry users who would also like to show their support are encouraged to sign House of Commons Petition e-7474, before September 29, which calls on the federal government to modernize ferry funding and provide fair federal support for BC Ferries.

Sign the petition at:  https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-7474

The more residents who add their names, the stronger the message that reliable and affordable ferry transportation is important to coastal and island communities throughout British Columbia.

Karl Unger, TIRRA Communications

Forbes Hall Open for Cooling Today - Wednesday, August 19

Temperatures are rising again.
Forbes Hall will be available for cooling respite today from 7:30-9:30 and 1:00-
4:00.

Margaret Woodhouse

Water Games Day at Pioneer Pacific - Saturday, August 22

Hey, Hey, Thetis & Penelakut!
This Saturday is Gonna be Fun

WATER GAMES DAY

When: August 22th, 1:30 - 5:30
Where: Pioneer Pacific Camp (Thetis), 248 Pioneer Rd

AGES 1-100 WELCOME

- Water Obstacle Course
- Water balloon games
- Water balloon slingshots
- Water gun games
- Bubble games
- Trampoline games
- Face painting
- FREE snacks & ice cream
- Kiddie pools

Questions call Karl@ (604)223-7727

To Participate in the fun a Waiver needs to be signed.
Waiver form: see QR code.
Contact Karl
(604) 223-7727

Ten More Sleeps to the Community Parade!

Those entering a "float" or equivalent should muster at the fire hall on Mission Road by 10:30 am on Saturday August 29th. The parade kicks off at 11 am sharp. The parade route is the usual one: Mission Road to North Cove Road travelling south, then down the big hill at the start of Pilkey Point Road, then around Marina Drive (which way depends upon the piper choosing the first right turn or the second), and then back up the hill and back to the firehall.

Children 4-12 yrs old wishing to enter the Chief For A Day contest should have their artwork with their name and age and a parent's contact information on the back, in the box at the firehall front door by 6 pm August 25th. A name will be drawn from all the entries for a child (and parent) to ride in the new fire truck at the front of the parade. Artwork should be about firefighters or fire trucks or fire safety and will be displayed at the firehall during Fire Prevention Week.

Sparky will be making an appearance (with goodies) so dust off your deck chairs and be prepared to shake their hand. This will be a fun event for everyone!

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

TICA Merchandise Pop Up Sale -- Thank You

Yesterday's Merchandise Pop Up Sale was a wonderful eclectic mix of islanders and visitors. Thanks to all who came, who bought TICA merchandise and visited with one another

A special thanks to:

- Keith Rush who always helps with set up and take down.

- Terry and Janice Hamilton who were a big help with take down and tidy up.

- Margaret Woodhouse who shared about how to become a qualified ham radio operator.

- Terry Hamilton and Jim Maloney who were available to answer questions about TICA's Solar project.

- David Reay and Jamie Hayward who made themselves available for conversations

- Celine for donating her jewelry to sell.

- And to Janice Hamilton who brought her baking to share with everyone.

Ellen Rush

WANTED: Quirky Canadiana

Our adult kids are planning a gathering this weekend to celebrate our daughter-i n-law's 10th "Canada-versary" - 10 years since she moved here from England.   We're looking for Canadian kitsch for decor, clothing, etc. the older and quirk

If anyone has anything we might be able borrow or buy, please send us an email -

Alan and Lynda - lcassels@shaw.ca

BY DONATION: Last Call for Flip-Top Bottles

If you're thinking of making kombucha, ginger beer, sparkling wine, or other fizzy drinks, ThINC has a batch of glass flip-top bottles available!

These pressure-seal bottles are great for home brewing and preserving - and they're available by donation to ThINC.

This is the last call before the bottles go off for recycling. If you'd like some, please get in touch soon and help keep these useful bottles in circulation.

Thank you for supporting our returnables fundraiser!

If interested, call Carol at 250-two-four-six 36ninenine

FREE Ceramic Tiles

Miscellaneous tiles available for review and pickup. Located at the top of the driveway at 89 Pilkey Point Road. Take any or all.

Peter Barr