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CVN PROGRAMS 2008
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June 18 , 2008 - 6:30 pm *Note new date*
Annual Picnic
The picnic will be held at the Bunbury's place. It will be potluck. Bring a main dish or salad big enough to share. Potlucks seem to attract big appetites! Strawberries and ice cream will be provided. Bring your own cutlery, dishes and chairs.
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May 14 , 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Mountain View Conservation and Breeding Centre - Speaker: Vince Beier
Our program is about Mountain View Conservation and Breeding Centre. It is a leading non-profit Canadian facility that breeds endangered species in famly groups for re-introduction to their natural habitat in Canada and around the world. We will hear from Vince Beier about these efforts, and programs for breeding local endangered species including the Oregon Spotted Frog and Spotted Owl
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April 9, 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Common Mushrooms of the Northwest - Speaker: Duane Sept
Biologist, photographer and author Duane Sept will show images from his new book “Common Mushrooms of the Northwest” at this free program. Members of other clubs and the general public are welcome!
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March 12 , 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Members’ Slide Night
CVN members will show natural history slides. Science Fair winners will also give their presentations.
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February 13 , 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
BC Nature Quadra Island Camp - To be confirmed
The camp was held in May 2007. Kathy Wilkinson and Wendy DaDalt attended the camp and would like to share their experience with us.
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January 9 , 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Sustainable Landscapes: Principles and Practices - Speaker: Michelle Nakano
Michelle Nakano, horticulture instructor at Kwantlen University College in Langley, will be our speaker. Her talk will focus on an ecological approach to gardening, including the benefits of green roofs, storm water planters and landscaping to attract beneficial insects.
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CVN PROGRAMS 2007
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December 12 , 2007 - 6:30 p.m. (Note time!)
Christmas Potluck
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November 14 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
The South Okanagan - Similkameen – at the Crossroads - Speaker: Robert Handfield
Robert Handfield, a retired geologist, will take a look at why it is crucial to establish a National Park in the south Okanagan.
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October 10 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
To the Rescue: Protecting British Columbia’s Rich Biodiversity - Speaker: Lindsay Coulter
Lindsay Coulter is with the David Suzuki Foundation as the Conservation Policy Analyst, currently specializing in Species at Risk. Come learn about BC’s remarkable biological richness. Find out which species are at risk of disappearing, and if you live in a a “hotspot” of endangerment. Most importantly, learn how you can help.
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September 12 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
Summer Travels in Africa - Speakers: Steve Howard and Paul Jurgens
Steve Howards and Paul Jurgens went to Namibia to find birds and found much more!
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June 15, 16 & 17
Manning Park Bird Blitz - organized by BC Nature
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June 13 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
Annual Picnic
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May 9 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
The City's Plans for McKee Peak - Speakers: Darren Brown, Environmental Coordinator for the City of Abbotsford and Caroline Astley, consultant from Madrone Environmental Services
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April 11 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
What's So Special About Boundary Bay? - Speaker: Anne Murray, naturalist and author
Naturalist and author Anne Murray will give a wonderfully illustrated talk on the wildlife and environment of Boundary Bay and the surrounding area from Robert's Bank to Langley. Anne's presentation will be based on her recent book, “A Nature Guide to Boundary Bay.”
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March 11 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
McKee Peak Stream Mapping and Wildlife Inventory
................................................... February 14, 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
Beaver Ecology - Speaker: Oliver Busby, biologist and environment consultant
Biologist and environment consultant Oliver Busby will share his in-depth knowledge of beaver ecology with us on Valentine's Day. Oliver has provided service for the past eight years to various governments, helping them make wise decisions about managing beaver issues on public lands. This requires an intimate understanding of the life cycle and behaviour of this Canadian symbol. He is also involved in biophysical inventories including McKee Peak. Oliver hopes to start his PhD on this species this fall.
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January 10, 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
What's So Special About Boundary Bay? - Speaker: Anne Murray, Naturalist and author
Naturalist and author Anne Murray will give a wonderfully illustrated talk on the wildlife and environment of Boundary Bay and the surrounding area from Robert's Bank.
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