Spring 2026

June 19, 2026

As we look back on the past few months, we hope you’ve had space to enjoy the slow unfolding of the season, the fresh blossoms and lengthening days. With spring now giving way to the momentum of summer, we’re excited to carry that new energy forward into a season full of exploring across the region.

Across the Clayoquot Sound UNESCO Biosphere Region, partners have already begun rolling out workshops, field courses, and community events that invite us to reconnect with place, deepen our skills, and celebrate another season of learning on the coast. From early‑season ecology walks to hands‑on training opportunities, there is so much to look forward to as we transition into the coming months.

As summer offerings continue to emerge, we’re excited to share what’s new, what’s returning, and what’s inspiring us this season. Whether you’re looking to gain some certifications, taking the family out and about, or simply looking for ways to learn and explore, we’re grateful to be welcoming another season of curiosity, connection, and community with you.

2026 Fibre Art Retreat tickets nearly sold out!

We are thrilled to report our upcoming 2026 Fibre Art Retreat is nearly sold out! With an increase in tickets this year, we are so excited to host a larger group at Black Rock Resort to experience a series of fibre art workshops. We’ll be welcoming new and returning instructors including, Rose & Brian Wilson, Cecelia Smith of Sea Wolf and Sage, Faye Kennington of Ukee Knits, and Kim McBrien Evans of Indigo Dragonfly. Follow the link to check out the full details and secure your tickets!

Leadership Vancouver Island West Coast Chapter

Open to Vancouver Island residents, Leadership Vancouver Island (LVI) is a community‑focused leadership development program that aims to inspire and build capacity for outstanding leadership, learning, and service. For those looking to deepen their leadership skills or explore new avenues for personal and professional growth, this program offers a meaningful opportunity to learn alongside others in our west coast communities. Registration open until August 15th.

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Ucluelet Aquarium's Healthy Harbour StoryMap

The Ucluelet Aquarium has released their new Healthy Harbour StoryMap, a project by Ruby Novogrodsky that brings together community voices, concerns, and connections to tell the story of the Ucluelet Harbour. The project gathers community stories and perspectives and aims to build a shared sense of responsibility for the Ucluelet Harbour by exploring what makes it special, how people connect with it, the current risks and threats posed, and the many ways residents and organizations care for this place. This StoryMap is a part of the West Coast NEST Science and Conservation Collection created with support from NSERG Promoscience program.

Wild Pacific Trail Events Schedule

The Wild Pacific Trail’s July schedule is here just in time for summer break! With events running all month long, there are so many chances to get out on the trail and learn from their incredible naturalists. Weekly programs include Seasonal Species Booth, Wolf Walk, Whales & More, Big Beach Tidepool Walk, Coastal Stewards. There’s so much happening on the trail this month, check the full schedule through our events calendar or the Wild Pacific Trail website!

Washed-up Wednesdays Beach Cleans

Tourism Tofino’s “Washed Up Wednesdays” Beach Clean-ups are back this summer! This is a free, drop-in event to help collect and record beach debris. Clean-ups will be on a rotation at different beaches each week with all locations listed on their website! Participants can enter to win a complimentary 3-night stay for two at the award-winning Wickaninnish Inn. The draw will take place at the end of the summer!

Parks Canada Events Schedule

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve’s weekly summer interpretive programs are in full swing with plenty of different outdoor activities to join with a combination of guided walks, prop talks and theatre shows. Some guided walks include Shoreline Explore, Tracking the Wild, and the Rainforest Walk! Some Prop Talks include Southern Resident Killer Whales, Slugs!, Sea Otters, and more!. There’s something happening every day, check out our events calendar for the full schedule.

2026 Biodiversity Discovery Days 4-day Event Re-cap!

This past May, we hosted our second annual Biodiversity Discovery Days to celebrate the International day for Biodiversity. Building on the success of last year’s event, we expanded this year’s program to four full days of activities, workshops, guided walks, presentations, and citizen science opportunities. Thanks to the enthusiasm of participants and the support of our many partners, nearly 300 people joined us throughout the week to celebrate the biodiversity of the Clayoquot and Barkley Sound region! Read more about the activities and results of our events and BioBlitz!