We hold meetings on the 2nd Thursday of each month. We have had various formats for meetings during the pandemic. During covid we started doing hybrid meetings–a combination of zoom and in-person. We strive to keep meetings to two hours, but often have lengthy agendas. We welcome interested members to …
The 2021 Conservation Calendars are now available. The calendar features images by local photographers and 50% of proceeds go local conservation groups that are featured in the calendar. The calendars make great Christmas gifts. Calendars are $20.00 and can be purchased from Beaufort Watershed Board members (see home page) or …
We are delighted to announce that Beaufort Watershed Stewards has received a 2020 Grant in Aid from the Comox Valley Regional District. These grants are awarded to over 20 non-profit organizations annually. The funds will be used for basic operating expenses such as the purchase and maintenance of stream monitoring …
In addition to monetary donations, we accept, process, and return cans and other refundables. The funds go towards the purchase of monitoring equipment for streams and wells. We are so grateful for your refundable donations. The following is part of the work of processing the refundables. If you are able …
Volunteers Still Welcome! Stream Sampling Program Accepted by Province As you know, we started a stream sampling program last year. We have made the data from this program available to local stakeholders but our goal was always to have it included in the provincial groundwater database. This entails meeting certain …
BECOME A CITIZEN-SCIENTIST WITH BWS! Last year we focused on QUALITY. We began a program to gather data for three local streams, monitoring and recording specific elements of stream health. This year we’re adding QUANTITY. We will begin measuring and recording flow rates for those same three streams in addition …
