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.

Drop in at Amphitrite Lighthouse in Ucluelet and learn from a Wild Pacific Trail Naturalist who will share all about whale migrations happening right now!

Discover the intricacies of whale anatomy through the bones of a killer whale! 

Dress for the weather as it can rain. Free event, with any donations going to the maintenance and continued programming on the Wild Pacific Trail.

Learn about the tragic event that inspired the creation of Ucluelet's Amphitrite Lighthouse! 

Silva Johansson will make history come alive as she tells the tale of the tragic Pass of Melfort Shipwreck.

Dress for the weather as this event will continue rain or shine. 

Event is by donation with all donations going to the maintenance and continued programming of the Wild Pacific Trail.

Drop in at the lighthouse on the Wild Pacific Trail in Ucluelet to learn about the wonders of whales as they migrate up the west coast throughout the month of March!

Dress for the weather as it can rain. Free event, with any donations going to the maintenance and continued programming on the Wild Pacific Trail.

Join Surfrider for a fun filled community evening of making reusable bags from recycled textiles! Each attendee will take home their own personal reusable bag as well as make reusable bags for the Pacific Rim in order to eliminate the need for any type of plastic bag.

Snacks and refreshments are provided, equipment is provided and no experience is necessary!

Join Surfrider for a special Rise Above Plastics workshop, where participants will learn how to make plastic free toiletries and cleaners, using ocean friendly ingredients!

Glass cleaner bottles will be available for purchase.

Information will also be provided on bulk buying, and how vacation rentals can go plastic free! Workshop is free.

Snacks and refreshments will be provided!

Drop in at the lighthouse on the Wild Pacific Trail in Ucluelet to learn about the wonders of whales as they migrate up the west coast throughout the month of March!

Dress for the weather as it can rain. This event is by donation, with all donations going to the maintenance and continued programming of the Wild Pacific Trail.

Come celebrate the opening of two complimentary exhibits: 'British Columbia's War 1914-1918' and 'Vargas Island Ranchers at home and at War' with a presentation from guest curator and presenter Stephanie Ann Warner. Stephanie has been researching the life of her grandfather Harold Monks Sr., a Vargas Island "rancher", cannery fisherman, wartime signaller, Lifeboat crew member and active Legion comrade.

Stephanie's presentation will use photos, historic documents, diary entries and memoirs to bring to life the experiences of Tofino and Vargas Island residents and how the First World War impacted their lives.

Join us for refreshments in the Legion and visit our exhibit at the museum before or after the talk.

Both exhibits 'British Columbia's War 1914-1918' and 'Vargas Island Ranchers at Home and at War' are at the Tofino Clayoquot Heritage Museum from March 21 - May 15, 2019.

Learn about the tragic event that inspired the creation of Ucluelet's Amphitrite Lighthouse! 

Silva Johansson will make history come alive as she tells the tale of the tragic Pass of Melfort Shipwreck.

Dress for the weather as this event will continue rain or shine. 

Event is by donation with all donations going to the maintenance and continued programming of the Wild Pacific Trail.

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

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.