Check in again soon for 2019's program schedule. Look forward to rainforest walks, bog talks on the bog loop, storm stories and more!

Learn about the Wild Pacific Trail, and take in the views. The Wild Pacific Trail is a unique outdoor classroom that presents incredible opportunities to connect people to nature through its location, fixed interpretive signage, and specialist-led programs. Programs aim to engage both visitors and local communities. 

No registration is required. Event is by donation.

Join this very important citizen science research study led by the Ucluelet Aquarium!

Everyone is welcome to look into the state of microplastics on our local beaches. Spend a few hours helping out and leave with a better understanding of microplastics and their potential impact on the environment.

Interested volunteers can email Britt in advance at: marinedebris@uclueletaquarium.org

Rain or shine so dress for the weather! And always bring rainboots for retrieving water from the shallow ocean (part of the survey process).

The Ucluelet Aquarium is a unique catch and release facility which provides an up close and personal encounter with a diversity of fish and invertebrates from the local waters of Barkley and Clayoquot Sounds. Their mission is to raise awareness about local marine biodiversity and promote respect for the ocean environment.

For full details of the opportunities to be involved and to discuss the possibilities, email the volunteer coordinator.

Photo credit: Jessica Lansfield

Check in again soon for 2019's program schedule. Look forward to rainforest walks, bog talks on the bog loop, storm stories and more!

Learn about the Wild Pacific Trail, and take in the views. The Wild Pacific Trail is a unique outdoor classroom that presents incredible opportunities to connect people to nature through its location, fixed interpretive signage, and specialist-led programs. Programs aim to engage both visitors and local communities. 

No registration is required. Event is by donation.

Join this very important citizen science research study led by the Ucluelet Aquarium!

Everyone is welcome to look into the state of microplastics on our local beaches. Spend a few hours helping out and leave with a better understanding of microplastics and their potential impact on the environment.

Interested volunteers can email Britt in advance at: marinedebris@uclueletaquarium.org

Rain or shine so dress for the weather! And always bring rainboots for retrieving water from the shallow ocean (part of the survey process).

The Ucluelet Aquarium is a unique catch and release facility which provides an up close and personal encounter with a diversity of fish and invertebrates from the local waters of Barkley and Clayoquot Sounds. Their mission is to raise awareness about local marine biodiversity and promote respect for the ocean environment.

For full details of the opportunities to be involved and to discuss the possibilities, email the volunteer coordinator.

Photo credit: Jessica Lansfield

West Coast NEST is excited to host this unique food-themed experience in Tofino - pairing immersive learning with quality dining on a west coast delicacy! Learn from expert local knowledge holders who can share stories and techniques specific to the local region, and enjoy the company of a visiting seaweed expert whose enthusiasm for seaweeds is unparalleled. Together, with this expert and local knowledge holders, participants will learn to forage, prepare, and dine on delicious healthy Pacific Seaweeds.

Register through Eventbrite today!

The Forage:

Dr. Bridgette Clarkston (Co-author of Pacific Seaweeds, UBC Professor) and a Raincoast Education Society naturalist will lead a shoreline exploration to teach participants first-hand about the variety of seaweeds along the Pacific Coast. Along the way collecting a few seaweeds to taste and enjoy. Also learn about the traditional uses of seaweeds by various cultures, including local First Nations, contemporary uses of seaweeds, and tips for foraging and sustainable harvesting. Following the walk, the group will enjoy a locally produced seaweed-feature lunch from Picnic Charcuterie.

The Preparing:

After a delicious lunch, participants will move to the Tofino Community Hall and pickle kelp! This workshop and edible seaweed tasting event will be led by the Tofino Community Food Initiative. Following the workshop, participants will have several hours to explore the many amenities offered in Tofino or head out on an excursion.

The Dining:

Lastly, participants will gather together for a delicious West Coast dinner with Chef Paul Moran at 1909 Kitchen, featuring a special seaweed dish, to close out the day alongside Dr. Bridgette Clarkston, local knowledge holders, West Coast NEST, and other event organizers.

Tofino Resort & Marina is offering a 15% discount on rooms for Seaweed Fest participants. Book early to avoid disappointment at tofinoresortandmarina.com. (Discount code will be provided with event registration.)

This event is possible through the support of our collaborators above, and District of Tofino, Clayoquot Biosphere Trust, and Tourism Tofino.

Photo taken by Bridgette Clarkston.

Join this very important citizen science research study led by the Ucluelet Aquarium!

Everyone is welcome to look into the state of microplastics on our local beaches. Spend a few hours helping out and leave with a better understanding of microplastics and their potential impact on the environment.

Interested volunteers can email Britt in advance at: marinedebris@uclueletaquarium.org

Rain or shine so dress for the weather! And always bring rainboots for retrieving water from the shallow ocean (part of the survey process).

The Ucluelet Aquarium is a unique catch and release facility which provides an up close and personal encounter with a diversity of fish and invertebrates from the local waters of Barkley and Clayoquot Sounds. Their mission is to raise awareness about local marine biodiversity and promote respect for the ocean environment.

For full details of the opportunities to be involved and to discuss the possibilities, email the volunteer coordinator.

Photo credit: Jessica Lansfield

Join entomologist Linda Gilkeson and learn how to identify, prevent, and manage common pests in your garden. Discover ways to deal with diseases of vegetables and fruit using organic methods. Tips for dealing with common problems, such as aphids, late blight on tomato, root maggots, as well as the latest on managing recently introduced pests.

This event is part of a weekend garden workshop series hosted by Tofino Community Food Initiative and the Ucluelet Local Food Society in Ucluelet & Tofino BC. 

To learn more and to register for this event click here. 

Due to climate change extreme weather events reached record levels in 2018. What does this mean for our food gardens?

Join Linda Gilkeson and learn how extreme weather affects plants. Find out ways to design resilient food gardens that will help plants survive ‘weird weather’, as well as other management tips that will help you become an adaptable gardener.

This event is part of a weekend garden workshop series hosted by Tofino Community Food Initiative and the Ucluelet Local Food Society in Ucluelet & Tofino BC. 

Learn more and register here. 

Join entomologist and gardening expert Linda Gilkeson and discover the best way to build healthy soils for your garden.

Find out how to build fertile soil, the role of soil microorganisms, soil amendments, the importance of soil pH and how to prepare the soil for a successful garden–without backbreaking work!

This event is part of a weekend garden workshop series hosted by Tofino Community Food Initiative and the Ucluelet Local Food Society in Ucluelet & Tofino BC. 

To Learn more and register here. 

Guided walks occur daily throughout the summer months. Specific themes, departure times and locations will be provided in Spring 2019.

The guided walks are 90 - 120 minutes, open to all ages, and free to attend. 

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Pets and recording devices are not permitted.

Photo by Parks Canada

Check in again soon for 2019's program schedule. Look forward to rainforest walks, bog talks on the bog loop, storm stories and more!

Learn about the Wild Pacific Trail, and take in the views. The Wild Pacific Trail is a unique outdoor classroom that presents incredible opportunities to connect people to nature through its location, fixed interpretive signage, and specialist-led programs. Programs aim to engage both visitors and local communities. 

No registration is required. Event is by donation.

Stay tuned for 2019 dates and locations!

Everyone is welcome to help out with this important study looking at microplastics on our local beaches. Spend a few hours helping out and leave with a better understanding of microplastics and their potential impact on the environment. Interested volunteers can email Britt in advance at Britt@uclueletaquarium.org .

Rain or shine so dress for the weather!

The Ucluelet Aquarium is a unique catch and release facility which provides an up close and personal encounter with a diversity of fish and invertebrates from the local waters of Barkley and Clayoquot Sounds. Their mission is to raise awareness about local marine biodiversity and promote respect for the ocean environment.

For full details of the opportunities to be involved and to discuss the possibilities, email the volunteer coordinator.

Photo credit: Jessica Lansfield

The protected forests, expansive mudflats, long sandy beaches, and rocky shorelines of the region create the right combination of habitats to draw over 40 species of shorebirds to the area, including the largest migratory concentrations of Whimbrels anywhere in British Columbia, and impressive flocks of Western Sandpipers, Dunlin and more. The threatened Red Knot is also a regular visitor each spring, as well as Rock Sandpiper in winter. In past years, local bird expert Adrian Dorst listed at least 30 species of shorebirds!

The Tofino Shorebird Festival celebrates this impressive annual migration with a series of educational birding activities throughout the region. Local and visiting experts participate in the festival, offering guest lectures, birding workshops, boat trips and much more! This is a great opportunity to experience the largest wildlife migration in the region, learn about these impressive birds, and understand why this is one of the very best places in western Canada for bird watching.

See the full schedule of events here.

Guided walks occur daily throughout the summer months. Specific themes, departure times and locations will be provided in Spring 2019.

The guided walks are 90 - 120 minutes, open to all ages, and free to attend. 

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Pets and recording devices are not permitted.

Photo by Parks Canada

Check in again soon for 2019's program schedule. Look forward to rainforest walks, bog talks on the bog loop, storm stories and more!

Learn about the Wild Pacific Trail, and take in the views. The Wild Pacific Trail is a unique outdoor classroom that presents incredible opportunities to connect people to nature through its location, fixed interpretive signage, and specialist-led programs. Programs aim to engage both visitors and local communities. 

No registration is required. Event is by donation.

Stay tuned for 2019 dates and locations!

Everyone is welcome to help out with this important study looking at microplastics on our local beaches. Spend a few hours helping out and leave with a better understanding of microplastics and their potential impact on the environment. Interested volunteers can email Britt in advance at Britt@uclueletaquarium.org .

Rain or shine so dress for the weather!

The Ucluelet Aquarium is a unique catch and release facility which provides an up close and personal encounter with a diversity of fish and invertebrates from the local waters of Barkley and Clayoquot Sounds. Their mission is to raise awareness about local marine biodiversity and promote respect for the ocean environment.

For full details of the opportunities to be involved and to discuss the possibilities, email the volunteer coordinator.

Photo credit: Jessica Lansfield

Guided walks occur daily throughout the summer months. Specific themes, departure times and locations will be provided in Spring 2019.

The guided walks are 90 - 120 minutes, open to all ages, and free to attend. 

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Pets and recording devices are not permitted.

Photo by Parks Canada

Check in again soon for 2019's program schedule. Look forward to rainforest walks, bog talks on the bog loop, storm stories and more!

Learn about the Wild Pacific Trail, and take in the views. The Wild Pacific Trail is a unique outdoor classroom that presents incredible opportunities to connect people to nature through its location, fixed interpretive signage, and specialist-led programs. Programs aim to engage both visitors and local communities. 

No registration is required. Event is by donation.

Join expert guides from Raincoast Education Society as they draw on both scientific and cultural perspectives to provide you with a unique understanding of the globally significant ecosystems of the region.

Coastal temperate rainforests are one of the world’s rarest ecosystems, comprising less than 0.1% of the earth’s surface. British Columbia is home to more than 25% of the earth's remaining old-growth temperate rainforests, with Clayoquot Sound containing the largest tracts of ancient rainforest on Vancouver Island.

Guided rainforest walks will provide you with a unique understanding of this globally significant ecosystem, from the impressive diversity of flora and fauna to the interconnections with the marine environment to the rich environmental and cultural history that defines the landscape to this day.

The ancient rainforests of Clayoquot Sound provide a rare glimpse into the evolutionary potential of this magnificent coastal landscape. Guides draw on both scientific and cultural perspectives to provide you with a strong understanding of what makes these rainforests so significant.  

If tides permit, the walk will also touch on the intertidal ecosystem. Tide pools exist in the rocky intertidal zone (intertidal: the area between the highest high tide and the lowest low tide).

The walks are open to all-ages and are by donation. 

Raincoast Walks are held rain or shine through July and August.

Details on times are TBA. Stay tuned!
 

Stay tuned for 2019 dates and locations!

Everyone is welcome to help out with this important study looking at microplastics on our local beaches. Spend a few hours helping out and leave with a better understanding of microplastics and their potential impact on the environment. Interested volunteers can email Britt in advance at Britt@uclueletaquarium.org .

Rain or shine so dress for the weather!

The Ucluelet Aquarium is a unique catch and release facility which provides an up close and personal encounter with a diversity of fish and invertebrates from the local waters of Barkley and Clayoquot Sounds. Their mission is to raise awareness about local marine biodiversity and promote respect for the ocean environment.

For full details of the opportunities to be involved and to discuss the possibilities, email the volunteer coordinator.

Photo credit: Jessica Lansfield