Working with the K’ómoks Nation towards Q’waq’wala7owkw on their unceded territory.
We are seeking expressions of interest from community members interested in joining our volunteer Board of Directors. We are looking for individuals who share our values of reconciliation, partnership, and inclusivity and who want to help us work toward our vision for a resilient coastal ecosystem.
Did you know that eelgrass beds are one of the most productive ecosystems on the planet, rivalling tropical rainforests in the biodiversity they support? These underwater meadows provide vital habitat for juvenile fish, filter coastal waters, and store vast amounts of carbon. Yet eelgrass is declining in the Salish Sea. We’re working hard to understand why, and to help bring it back.
What happens when students step out of the classroom and into a living ecosystem? In the Comox Valley, it sparks curiosity, builds connection, and inspires the next generation of environmental stewards.
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.
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.
The tidal marsh restoration project at Dyke Road Park hit another big milestone last spring – the completion of intertidal planting work.
Over the last eight years, Project Watershed has been developing and running our Keeping It Living Education Program to educate youth about their environment and connect them with its stewardship.
As spring kicks off, the first buds are beginning to appear on the newly installed plants down at Kus-kus-sum! Thanks to the efforts of our volunteers this past fall and winter we’ve been able to expand the now thriving tidal marsh and riparian ecosystems to 80% complete.
Have you wondered what happens at Project Watershed in the winter? Plants may go dormant at this time of year, but Pacific sand lance are busy spawning – and that means our four-person forage fish team and 32 community volunteers are also busy!
In the fall our restoration team surveyed the three eelgrass beds which were planted with the help of our volunteers back in June. The beds are looking healthy!