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2025 Seasonal Wrap Up
As we look back at last year, we’re pleased to share an update on our local projects and their impact on ecological restoration, research, and youth education in the Comox Valley and other areas of coastal Vancouver Island.
From Sewage Lagoon to Wildlife Haven: Airpark Restoration Crew Wraps Up a Great Season
Every Thursday from April to October, a dedicated group of green-thumbed heroes gathered at the Courtenay Airpark. Rain or shine, these volunteers rolled up their sleeves to care for the thriving restoration site – what was once a sewage lagoon has become a cornerstone of local conservation.
Forage Fish Feature – Fall 2025
Sun, sand, and… fish eggs? There’s more going on at the beach than meets the eye! Unlike most fish, surf smelt and Pacific sand lance lay their eggs right on sandy beaches.
Nurturing the Energy Bars of the Sea
Pacific sand lance are small, silvery fish with a big job. Think of them as the “energy bars” of the Salish Sea as they fuel salmon, seabirds, and even whales. But before they can fuel the marine food web, they need the right shoreline to lay their eggs. So, what kind of beaches do they prefer?