Mussels! Come learn about these tasty little morsels.

This unique event series offers nourishment for the mind and belly! Raincoast Education Society and Long Beach Lodge Resort are collaborating to offer a collection of ‘Discover & Dine’ experiences that include a hands-on, coastline-focused workshop followed by a themed feast in honour of the daily lesson.

Time: All Day (starts at 10am in the field ending with dinner at 6pm)

Location: Long Beach Lodge Resort, with field excursions to the beach

Cost: $89/per person (+ taxes and gratuity, includes 3-course dinner)

Limited space available so be sure to reserve your spot today by emailing events@longbeachlodgeresort.com or call 1 250 725 2442

The Raincoast Speaker Series is a long-running social and educational phenomenon! Each winter season, we invite the community to brave the rain and join a panel of experts for in-depth discussions about locally, regionally, and globally relevant issues. New this year we will be offering the series in parallel in Ucluelet and Tofino - that means two opportunities to see each speaker! Attend all 5 topics for your chance to win a prize.

This year’s theme is “Charismatic Microfauna”. Whether you are into bugs that break down decaying forest debris and turn over soil or sea butterflies that help us monitor ocean acidification, there is something to capture your heart in this year’s Raincoast Speaker Series.

Pteropods are the most beautiful and fascinating snails you’ve never heard of! Commonly called “sea butterflies”, these tiny planktonic marine snails spend their entire life in the water column swimming using two “wings”. Pteropods are important for two main reasons: they are a major food source for other marine organisms, and they contribute significantly to the biological carbon pump that helps regulate our climate. Studies have indicated that pteropods may be negatively impacted by ocean acidification dissolving their shells. If pteropods disappeared, the effects would be seen throughout the food web and in the biogeochemical cycles of the ocean. This talk will highlight the bizarre and wonderful biology of the pteropod Limacina helicina, and explain how ocean acidification may be threatening them along with many other marine species.

Cost: $5 at the door.

The Raincoast Speaker Series is a long-running social and educational phenomenon! Each winter season, we invite the community to brave the rain and join a panel of experts for in-depth discussions about locally, regionally, and globally relevant issues. New this year we will be offering the series in parallel in Ucluelet and Tofino - that means two opportunities to see each speaker! Attend all 5 topics for your chance to win a prize.

This year’s theme is “Charismatic Microfauna”. Whether you are into bugs that break down decaying forest debris and turn over soil or sea butterflies that help us monitor ocean acidification, there is something to capture your heart in this year’s Raincoast Speaker Series.

Pteropods are the most beautiful and fascinating snails you’ve never heard of! Commonly called “sea butterflies”, these tiny planktonic marine snails spend their entire life in the water column swimming using two “wings”. Pteropods are important for two main reasons: they are a major food source for other marine organisms, and they contribute significantly to the biological carbon pump that helps regulate our climate. Studies have indicated that pteropods may be negatively impacted by ocean acidification dissolving their shells. If pteropods disappeared, the effects would be seen throughout the food web and in the biogeochemical cycles of the ocean. This talk will highlight the bizarre and wonderful biology of the pteropod Limacina helicina, and explain how ocean acidification may be threatening them along with many other marine species.

Cost: $5 at the door.

The Raincoast Speaker Series is a long-running social and educational phenomenon! Each winter season, we invite the community to brave the rain and join a panel of experts for in-depth discussions about locally, regionally, and globally relevant issues. New this year we will be offering the series in parallel in Ucluelet and Tofino - that means two opportunities to see each speaker! Attend all 5 topics for your chance to win a prize.

This year’s theme is “Charismatic Microfauna”. Whether you are into bugs that break down decaying forest debris and turn over soil or sea butterflies that help us monitor ocean acidification, there is something to capture your heart in this year’s Raincoast Speaker Series.

Cost: $5 at the door.

The Raincoast Speaker Series is a long-running social and educational phenomenon! Each winter season, we invite the community to brave the rain and join a panel of experts for in-depth discussions about locally, regionally, and globally relevant issues. New this year we will be offering the series in parallel in Ucluelet and Tofino - that means two opportunities to see each speaker! Attend all 5 topics for your chance to win a prize.

This year’s theme is “Charismatic Microfauna”. Whether you are into bugs that break down decaying forest debris and turn over soil or sea butterflies that help us monitor ocean acidification, there is something to capture your heart in this year’s Raincoast Speaker Series.

Cost: $5 at the door.

The Raincoast Speaker Series is a long-running social and educational phenomenon! Each winter season, we invite the community to brave the rain and join a panel of experts for in-depth discussions about locally, regionally, and globally relevant issues. New this year we will be offering the series in parallel in Ucluelet and Tofino - that means two opportunities to see each speaker! Attend all 5 topics for your chance to win a prize.

This year’s theme is “Charismatic Microfauna”. Whether you are into bugs that break down decaying forest debris and turn over soil or sea butterflies that help us monitor ocean acidification, there is something to capture your heart in this year’s Raincoast Speaker Series.

For their size, barnacles possess the longest penis of any animal (up to eight times their body length). A necessity when you’re an animal stuck to a rock during your reproductive phase. Dr. Chris Neufeld will be speaking about the fascinating life history of barnacles. From a free-floating larvae to a very well-endowed adult, barnacles are more interesting than you would expect from something that kind of looks like a tiny bump on a rock.

Cost: $5 at the door.

The Raincoast Speaker Series is a long-running social and educational phenomenon! Each winter season, we invite the community to brave the rain and join a panel of experts for in-depth discussions about locally, regionally, and globally relevant issues. New this year we will be offering the series in parallel in Ucluelet and Tofino - that means two opportunities to see each speaker! Attend all 5 topics for your chance to win a prize.

This year’s theme is “Charismatic Microfauna”. Whether you are into bugs that break down decaying forest debris and turn over soil or sea butterflies that help us monitor ocean acidification, there is something to capture your heart in this year’s Raincoast Speaker Series.

For their size, barnacles possess the longest penis of any animal (up to eight times their body length). A necessity when you’re an animal stuck to a rock during your reproductive phase. Dr. Chris Neufeld will be speaking about the fascinating life history of barnacles. From a free-floating larvae to a very well-endowed adult, barnacles are more interesting than you would expect from something that kind of looks like a tiny bump on a rock.

Cost: $5 at the door.

Eating local is not only delicious, but it also reduces our carbon footprint and helps support farmers in our neighbouring communities. With spring planting just around the corner, let's gather together to celebrate the craftsmanship of local food growing. There'll be something for everyone from the backyard grower to the seasoned agriculturist, food lovers, and families.

This year’s feature events will focus on the future of creating community-scale food systems on the west coast. This year's programme is being developed in response to recommendations set out in the Coastal Addendum to the Alberni Agriculture Plan in 2018.

A complete list of workshops and events can be found here.

The Tofino Community Food Initiative is a non-profit community group dedicated to fostering food security on the west coast through gardening workshops, community gardens, and food literacy programs.

To volunteer sign-up here.

Seaweed isn't just for sushi! Come learn about this nutrient-rich ocean plant.

This unique event series offers nourishment for the mind and belly! Raincoast Education Society and Long Beach Lodge Resort are collaborating to offer a collection of ‘Discover & Dine’ experiences that include a hands-on, coastline-focused workshop followed by a themed feast in honour of the daily lesson.

Time: All Day (starts at 10am in the field ending with dinner at 6pm)

Location: Long Beach Lodge Resort, with field excursions to the beach

Cost: $89/per person (+ taxes and gratuity, includes 3-course dinner)

Limited space available so be sure to reserve your spot today by emailing events@longbeachlodgeresort.com or call 1 250 725 2442

This year we are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Clayoquot Sound Region's designation as a UNESCO Biosphere! We welcome you to join us for a variety of fun and informative experiences, hosted throughout the region. Stay tuned for more details, registration, and ticket information coming soon.

The Raincoast Speaker Series is a long-running social and educational phenomenon! Each winter season, we invite the community to brave the rain and join a panel of experts for in-depth discussions about locally, regionally, and globally relevant issues. New this year we will be offering the series in parallel in Ucluelet and Tofino - that means two opportunities to see each speaker! Attend all 5 topics for your chance to win a prize.

This year’s theme is “Charismatic Microfauna”. Whether you are into bugs that break down decaying forest debris and turn over soil or sea butterflies that help us monitor ocean acidification, there is something to capture your heart in this year’s Raincoast Speaker Series.

You’ve probably seen it in the news: the bees are in trouble.  Much of the press is on the managed honey bee, an important component of agricultural systems.  But many of the earth’s 20,000 other species of bee—and some of the 450 species we have here in BC—are experiencing population declines, and these insects provide essential pollination services not only to crops but also to wild plants.  What can you do to help provide the bees needs, and reduce their risk of extinction?  In this presentation, you’ll learn about the amazing diversity of wild pollinators, how critical they are for plant reproduction, and how gardens as well as natural areas can provide both food and nests to support them.

Cost: $5 at the door.

The Raincoast Speaker Series is a long-running social and educational phenomenon! Each winter season, we invite the community to brave the rain and join a panel of experts for in-depth discussions about locally, regionally, and globally relevant issues. New this year we will be offering the series in parallel in Ucluelet and Tofino - that means two opportunities to see each speaker! Attend all 5 topics for your chance to win a prize.

This year’s theme is “Charismatic Microfauna”. Whether you are into bugs that break down decaying forest debris and turn over soil or sea butterflies that help us monitor ocean acidification, there is something to capture your heart in this year’s Raincoast Speaker Series.

You’ve probably seen it in the news: the bees are in trouble.  Much of the press is on the managed honey bee, an important component of agricultural systems.  But many of the earth’s 20,000 other species of bee—and some of the 450 species we have here in BC—are experiencing population declines, and these insects provide essential pollination services not only to crops but also to wild plants.  What can you do to help provide the bees needs, and reduce their risk of extinction?  In this presentation, you’ll learn about the amazing diversity of wild pollinators, how critical they are for plant reproduction, and how gardens as well as natural areas can provide both food and nests to support them.

Cost: $5 at the door.

Join Wild Pacific Trail Society, Raincoast Education Society and Pacific Rim National Park Reserve naturalists sighting our amazing guests of honour from Amphitrite Point in Ucluelet. Using high-powered spotting scopes and even the naked eye, this scenic spot lends itself to fantastic views of the open ocean, the grey whale migration and more of nature’s best offerings. Avoid the queue; bring your own binoculars if you have them.

Join Subtidal Adventures and a local guest marine researcher for a fun-filled zodiac boat whale watching trip in Barkley Sound. We will introduce you to local marine mammals and involve you in identifying individuals and their habits.

2.5 – 3 hour tour length.

Advanced booking required for this very popular event. Adult $109.00, Children (4-12) $89.00. 25% of the proceeds go back to support the Whale Festival.

For on-line reservations go directly to the Subtidal Adventures web site www.subtidaladventures.com or for more information, email reserve@subtidaladventures.com or phone 1-877-444-1134.

Join Wild Pacific Trail Society, Raincoast Education Society and Pacific Rim National Park Reserve naturalists sighting our amazing guests of honour from Amphitrite Point in Ucluelet. Using high-powered spotting scopes and even the naked eye, this scenic spot lends itself to fantastic views of the open ocean, the grey whale migration and more of nature’s best offerings. Avoid the queue; bring your own binoculars if you have them.

Join Subtidal Adventures and a local guest marine researcher for a fun-filled zodiac boat whale watching trip in Barkley Sound. We will introduce you to local marine mammals and involve you in identifying individuals and their habits.

2.5 – 3 hour tour length.

Advanced booking required for this very popular event. Adult $109.00, Children (4-12) $89.00. 25% of the proceeds go back to support the Whale Festival.

For on-line reservations go directly to the Subtidal Adventures web site www.subtidaladventures.com or for more information, email reserve@subtidaladventures.com or phone 1-877-444-1134.

Join Wild Pacific Trail Society, Raincoast Education Society and Pacific Rim National Park Reserve naturalists sighting our amazing guests of honour from Amphitrite Point in Ucluelet. Using high-powered spotting scopes and even the naked eye, this scenic spot lends itself to fantastic views of the open ocean, the grey whale migration and more of nature’s best offerings. Avoid the queue; bring your own binoculars if you have them.

Challenge yourself to a wilderness hike. Trek beneath the canopy of an old-growth forest, walk on sandy beaches, explore tidal pools, and discover mysterious rock formations.

The coastal rainforest and windswept beaches hold countless stories of ancient trading routes for local First Nations. Eagles, seals, sea lions, mink, sea otters, and even whales are in abundance at varying times of the year.

Tides, weather, and the preferences of our guests dictate the scope and design of these tours.

Expert guides will escort and interpret the natural and cultural history of the area. Our guest carry only a bottle of water, a light but delicious snack, and any needed personal gear. Safety equipment will be provided and carried by your guide.

$30 per/person - 25% of the proceeds goes back to support the Pacific Rim Whale Festival

Join Subtidal Adventures and a local guest marine researcher for a fun-filled zodiac boat whale watching trip in Barkley Sound. We will introduce you to local marine mammals and involve you in identifying individuals and their habits.

2.5 – 3 hour tour length.

Advanced booking required for this very popular event. Adult $109.00, Children (4-12) $89.00. 25% of the proceeds go back to support the Whale Festival.

For on-line reservations go directly to the Subtidal Adventures web site www.subtidaladventures.com or for more information, email reserve@subtidaladventures.com or phone 1-877-444-1134.

Join Wild Pacific Trail Society, Raincoast Education Society and Pacific Rim National Park Reserve naturalists sighting our amazing guests of honour from Amphitrite Point in Ucluelet. Using high-powered spotting scopes and even the naked eye, this scenic spot lends itself to fantastic views of the open ocean, the grey whale migration and more of nature’s best offerings. Avoid the queue; bring your own binoculars if you have them.