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Gerald Island Invasives Pull

Join the quest to restore Gerald Island’s natural beauty! BC Marine Trails is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us remove invasive English ivy and protect the island’s unique ecosystem. Together, we can support native plant growth, preserve biodiversity, and create a healthier, natural environment for future generations. Come for the day, or camp overnight! Participants must have their own watercraft to arrive and return from Gerald.

Courtenay River Cleanup

Ace Brewing, with the support of BC Marine Trails, is hosting their second cleanup of the Courtenay River, along the Riverway Heritage Walk. Meet at 10am at Ace Brewing (150 Mansfield Drive, Courtenay) before heading out with the volunteer crew! After the clean, all are invited back to Ace Brewing to enjoy 15% off lunchtime food and beverages. Help us keep our local waterways clean, and prevent debris from entering the ocean! This event takes place in the Territory of the K’ómoks First Nation. 

Vargas Island Marine Debris Clean

This 5-day trip will be a circumnavigation of Vargas Island with stops at most of the major recreation beaches. At each stop we will work as a team to collect any marine debris that has accumulated & package it for later removal.  Participation requires expertise navigating class 3 waters. Hazards include:  swell, boomers, surf landings, surf launches. Volunteers must be prepared with your own kayak, weather appropriate clothing, safety equipment, camping gear, food, water and a positive attitude ready to make a difference!

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