• Mapping Trent River

    On March 6 & 7, BWS will be part of a collaboration lead by Arin Yeomans-Routledge of Astraea Consulting.  The goal is to obtain current location and morphology data on the Trent River, from shoreline to Hwy 19.  Volunteers will be out in chest waders walking the creek, noting creek …

  • POLIS Water Sustainability Project, 6th Annual Water Research Roundup

    Zoom

    Creating a Blue Dialogue Webinar Join us for our sixth annual Water Research Roundup, featuring emerging researchers Rheanne Kroschinsky, Sacha Ruzzante, and Lucas King. They will discuss their current work on priority issues related to freshwater management and governance. The speakers will explore governance and decision-making frameworks for community (source) …

  • Level 1 First Aid for BWS Volunteers

    Courtenay, BC

    Alpine First Aid runs a Level 1 training course specifically for Beaufort Watershed Stewards' volunteers.  We have volunteers out creek side and walking in forested areas--we are committed to ensuring everyone's safety. NOTE:  Attendance for volunteers is organized by BWS.  Car pooling is appreciated.  Bring your own lunch.

  • Stream Sampling

    Bowser Pod Morning:  Chef, Sandy, Thames, Nash (2 sites), Hunts, & Annie (2 sites) Creeks Fanny Bay Pod Morning:  Tsable, then upper sites on Cowie, Apple-Cherry, Wilfred, Waterloo, & Mud Bay Creeks Afternoon:   Lower sites on Cowie, Apple-Cherry, Wilfred, Waterloo, & Mud Bay Creeks Royston Pod Morning: Trent R …

  • BWS Monthly General Meetings

    Ships Point Fire Hall 7729 Vivian Way, Fanny Bay, BC, Canada

    Beaufort Watershed Stewards' monthly general meetings are open to all members and those interested in learning more about the organization.  Business lasts for 90 minutes and is often followed by a casual socialization time. We run the meeting in a hybrid format, with the majority of people attending in person, …

  • Well Data Upload Training

    Zoom

    We are excited to announce a training session for our new data import tool. Matthew Fox from Strathcona Business and Technology Services has been working on this for the last six months and it’s ready to roll. We collect level data from numerous wells and a number of creeks and …

    Free
  • Stream Sampling

    Bowser Pod Morning:  Chef, Sandy, Thames, Nash (2 sites), Hunts, & Annie (2 sites) Creeks Fanny Bay Pod Morning:  Tsable, then upper sites on Cowie, Apple-Cherry, Wilfred, Waterloo, & Mud Bay Creeks Royston Pod Morning: Trent R, Bloedel, Hart, Hindoo, Emily, Spense & Beacon Creeks

  • Stream Flow Monitoring

    Fanny Bay BC, Canada

    On April 1, 2. 3  & 4 Mike Mesford will be leading a crew to conduct transects and surveys of six creeks in the Fanny Bay Pod.  The creeks are: Tsable, Mud Bay, Cowie, Waterlook, Cook and Wilfred.  If you would like to learn more about this volunteer opportunity, you …

  • Streamkeeper’s Course

    Fanny Bay BC, Canada

    We are delighted to work with the Pacific Streamkeepers Federation to host a local Streamkeeper's course in the Fanny Bay area.  The course will run Friday evening and the full day Saturday and Sunday April 4, 5 & 6. There is room for members of the public to attend along with …

    $150.00
  • Stream Quality Sampling

    Bowser Pod Morning:  Chef, Sandy, Thames, Nash (2 sites), Hunts, & Annie (2 sites) Creeks Fanny Bay Pod Morning:  Tsable, then upper sites on Cowie, Apple-Cherry, Wilfred, Waterloo, & Mud Bay Creeks Royston Pod Morning: Trent R, Beacon, Bloedel, Spense & Hart Creeks