For this years Bio-blitz the Friends have teamed up with Dr Royann Petrell and the Old Growth Birders and Bio-blitzers. This year we will be surveying in a different location, within a ‘cloud forest and lichen rich area towards Sad Lk in the unprotected undeferred Central Walbran. This event is held with gratitude on the traditional territory of the Pacheedaht Nation.

Friday 24th May

For those who can travel the day before, there are car pooling and convoy options from Lake Cowichan,  we will be camped  Friday at the survey area, directions below.

Saturday 25th May

Those wanting to join us on Saturday for a survey of Specklebelly Lichen and a wetland area a 4wd vehicle is recommended. The route to the survey area will be marked with a signpost. The GPS coordinates for a left turn onto a spur road  are 48.64402,-124.56308 , there will be a signpost here also. Then follow the spur road and signs until meeting spot at  48.63218,-124.54836. Those wanting car pooling options can meet at the main area by the Walbran bridge  on Saturday at 11am sharp and the survey will start at 12 noon. In the evening Royann will be giving a presentation on her work with Western Screech Owls.

Sunday 26th May;

For those staying Saturday night or arriving Sunday the surveys will be either a continuation of surveying the  high elevation area or the option of a guided walk on the well marked  trails around the main Walbran Bridge. This hike will leave at 12 noon from the bridge and be approximately 4 hours.

Please contact Royann or the FoCW and let us know if you are planning on attending.