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Summer 2025

July 9, 2025

Summer’s in full swing here in the Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Region. The long days and sunshine invite us outside to explore, connect and create – whether that means exploring local wildlife and ecosystems, joining in on community activities or getting a new course certification!

Summer is a time for curiosity and adventure, offering countless ways to engage with nature, culture, and learning. Join a hands-on workshop, take part in a beach clean-up, or learn things you’ve never known about the forest with a guided walk along the trail. 

In this newsletter, you’ll find a look into some events happening later this year, a few upcoming courses and experiences designed to help you make the most of summer on the West Coast.

Look back at our 2024 Fibre Art Retreat
The 2024 West Coast Fibre Art Retreat brought together fibre artists from across the region for three days of creativity, learning, and community. Held at Black Rock Oceanfront Resort in Ucluelet, the event featured workshops in cedar weaving, marine debris macrame, thrum knitting and mitten construction. Participants connected over shared skills, explored new techniques and created pieces that reflected both tradition and innovation. The group explored the Wild Pacific Trail with the knowledgeable Barb Beasley of the Wetland Stewards to appreciate the rugged coastline and rainforest. They also enjoyed the vendor marketplace for an opportunity to mingle, enjoy wine, cheese and desserts, as well as discover unique, locally crafted items.
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Yoga History & Philosophy with Tofino Yoga
This enriching module from Tofino Yoga invites teachers and enthusiasts to explore the 8 limbs of yoga as a living, embodied practice. Through guided study of the Yamas & Niyamas, Ayurveda, chakras, subtle body, mantras, and kirtan, participants will deepen their understanding of yoga’s philosophical roots. Led by Dede Monette, Dawn Batenchuk, Jane Good, and Ricardo Allen, this YACEP-accredited course counts toward the 300hr Yoga Alliance certification when completed as part of Tofino Yoga School’s full program.