Mayne Island Conservancy

10/26/2026

I, Garry oak, am the only native oak tree in the region surrounding SḴŦAḴ | Mayne Island. In Washington, Oregon, or California I might be called the Oregon white oak or Oregon oak, but the Read more

10/23/2026

A big thank you to ecosystem technician, Ethan Heckrodt, for an excellent job coordinating our kelp mapping program this past summer!

Follow to the link to hear about Ethan's experience in his own words.

If you asked me what my biggest fear was as a kid, I probably would have said seaweed. This summer at the Mayne Island Conservancy I really had to face that fear. As Ecosystems Technician Read more

10/21/2026

“Maynely Mushrooms” is one of the Conservancy’s long-standing annual events. This year’s event will be held the weekend of November 14th.

We will be looking for volunteers who have skills in mushroom identification to participate in the schedule of events. Please reach out by sending an email to [email protected].

Planning is in the works for “Maynely Mushrooms,” one of the Conservancy’s long-standing annual events. This year’s event will be held the weekend of November 14th. Featured Speaker and Mushroom Walk Guide With 2026 being Read more

10/19/2026

On Sunday, September 27th, the Conservancy held an All Members BBQ and Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM). It was lovely to see so many friendly faces turn out for the event to enjoy the good weather, good food, and good company.

Members enjoy the BBQ meal after the EGM. Photo by Justine Apostolopoulos. On Sunday, September 27th, the Conservancy held an All Members BBQ and Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM). It was lovely to see so many Read more

10/08/2026

Looking for something to do with your kids tomorrow?

Join our nature educator, Justine, for a Family Nature Exploration focused on...

SPIDERS!

In honour of spooky season we are running a program challenging the fear and panic around these incredible arthropods, highlighting how truly magnificent, awe-inspiring and (sometimes) adorable they truly are.

For children ages 3-10 and their families.

When: Fri, Oct 9th 10:30am-12pm
Where: Mt. Parke.

Free. Register by end of day Thursday via the link below.

You are invited to a Family Nature Exploration on Friday, October 9th, 10:30am-12:00pm at Mt Parke. Spiders. One of the most common instigators of fear around the globe! Eight legs, most often than not the Read more

10/07/2026

Introducing... Nature Club!

A nature-based after school program for youth ages 6 and up.

Where: Edith Point
When: Mondays, 3:45-5:30pm. October 19th - December 7th
With Who: Conservancy youth educator, Justine Apostolopoulos
How Much: $120/participant, sliding scale options available

Transport is available from the school via the school bus.

To register, follow the link below!

Nature Club is a NEW weekly, drop-off nature education program for youth ages 6-12. Run by our stewardship coordinator, Justine Apostolopoulos, with the help of a parent assistant, the program takes place in outdoor spaces around SḴŦAḴ | Mayne Island, increasing participant connection to their ...

10/06/2026

This past month we bid a fond farewell to our outgoing Ecosystem Technician, Ethan Heckrodt.

Ethan worked with us since April and was a huge part of our work these past six months. His consistent positivity, calm leadership, and strong work ethic will be missed.

We wish Ethan all the best in his upcoming endeavors!

This past month we bid a fond farewell to our outgoing Ecosystem Technician, Ethan Heckrodt. Ethan worked with us since April and was a huge part of our work these past six months. His consistent Read more

10/01/2026

"Islands are fascinating places. Natural isolation provides the perfect opportunity for things to get weird..."

In this article, Conservancy biologist, Rob Underhill, highlights some of the oddly uncommon plant species you may be lucky to find here, or have the opportunity to help restore through planting and habitat stewardship (and our Fall Native Plant sale is coming up this Saturday! October 3rd, 10am-1pm at the Conservancy office).

Islands are fascinating places. Natural isolation provides the perfect opportunity for things to get weird. I think we can all agree SḴŦAḴ | Mayne Island is unique in all kinds of ways. As a plant Read more

09/28/2026

Coming up this Saturday, October 3rd!