Comments for The Land Conservancy of BC

Comment on Abkhazi Restaurant Now Offers Breakfast Menu on Saturdays and Sundays (starting Nov 19) by Bill Turner

Bill Turner — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 22:18:36 +0000

The first two days of Breakfast at Abkhazi have been a wonderful success. Everyone loves the idea of being able to experince the garden in the morning while having a wonderful breakfast made with local food. This will become a tradition I am sure.

Comment on Drink Beer, Save Land! by Vicky

Vicky — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 22:32:31 +0000

Drink beer and save land! Thank you for giving me a most excellent reason to keep my fridge stocked with your brew.

Comment on Family Contributes to Lichen Naming Auction to Honour the Memory of Son by Al & Irene Parks

Al & Irene Parks — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 19:55:50 +0000

Randy’s family is our good friends and we are in awe of the strength of the Sulyma’s since his tragic death. Everyone knew Randy’s love of the North came from his heart. Winning this auction is definitely a ‘win win’ for B.C. and the animals. Good luck.

Comment on Family Contributes to Lichen Naming Auction to Honour the Memory of Son by Kandace Kerr

Kandace Kerr — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 20:52:41 +0000

Randy was a close friend of mine, a neighbour, and a good buddy. I miss seeing him come down our driveway on a Sunday afternoon, always at the perfect moment just when I needed a break. To have a lichen named after him would just be very, very cool.

There are two ways you can donate specifically to Randy’s lichen-naming campaign:
send a note to randysmemorial@gmail.com for more information on making a donation
or you can donate online at PayPal: http://tinyurl.com/43dgbn9

Comment on Beginners Mushroom Identification Workshop at Wildwood Ecoforest by dstenberg

dstenberg — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:51:02 +0000

Hi Jeff,
There is still room in the October 30th workshop.
You can sign up online or by calling 1-888-738-0533.
Thanks for your inquiry.

Comment on Beginners Mushroom Identification Workshop at Wildwood Ecoforest by jeff anderson

jeff anderson — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 19:42:22 +0000

hi. Is the workshop still on for the weekend of oct 29/30? Is there room for 2?
thanks Jeff (would be coming from Vancouver).

Comment on Recent Abkhazi Garden Visitors Showcase TLC in their Blog by Peter Pfann

Peter Pfann — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 14:35:29 +0000

thank you for sharing our article on your website, and we want to encourage readers to support TLC in any way possible, in their efforts to preserve our amazing natural heritage

Comment on Sponsor a Wild Runner! by Edgar HIldebrandt

Edgar HIldebrandt — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 17:05:17 +0000

We support our families belief in tomorrow. This support is not just for today but for all the tomorrows our grandchildren will enjoy.

Comment on Sponsor a Wild Runner! by Maureen Moore

Maureen Moore — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 19:46:02 +0000

Thanks to all the runners and walkers who are supporting TLC’s protection of B.C.’s special places. Although I can’t be with you I am happy to have the opportunity to support you and the important, dedicated work of TLC with the click of a mouse.

Comment on Casa del Mell – Vacationing for Sustainability by Trina

Trina — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 21:16:36 +0000

This kind of vacation sounds great. Very original and I think children friendly =)

Comment on TLC’s Annual General Meeting, Sept 17, 1-4 p.m. by Todd Wong

Todd Wong — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 06:11:24 +0000

If you are driving over from Victoria – try to catch the 9am ferry – and arrive by 11am. It will take some time to drive to UBC and find the UBC Botanical Gardens. I know you will enjoy having a short stroll at the Gardens for 40 minutes prior to the meeting, rather than race in late from the ferry.

And there might be some fantastic musical entertainment just prior to the start of the meeting.

Cheers, Todd Wong TLC Board member

Comment on A Sense of Place…by Nancy J. Turner by Ann

Ann — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:59:59 +0000

Thanks for posting Nancy Turner’s speech on the website. I would have liked to attend Wells Gray Day but couldn’t make it. It’s great to hear about the positive changes happening in Upper Clearwater.

Comment on TLC’s Annual General Meeting, Sept 17, 1-4 p.m. by Joanne Manley

Joanne Manley — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 03:47:48 +0000

I’m driving over to the AGM with a friend and would be happy to take two more TLC members. We’ll likely take the 11 AM sailing and return on either the 5 or 7 PM. Contact me at jcmanley@telus.net

Comment on Ecoforestry Legend Merv Wilkinson Will Be Missed by Gary Murdock

Gary Murdock — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 01:45:42 +0000

A FORESTERS HERO

I first met Merv Wilkinson when I was Recreation Officer for the Ministry of Forests in Duncan in the mid 80′s. I was particularly taken with his ideas of sustainability and that selective logging could take place without disrupting wildlife or the recreating public. His woodland was always open to the public for wildlife viewing, bird watching, wildflower viewing and just for a quiet walk to enjoy the wonders of Nature. Wildwood has been an outdoor classroom, studied and used by schools and universities for many years.

His views are so logical, sensible and environmentally friendly with both short term and long term economics very much a driving factor. BC jobs were very important in his management style. He could not understand why our Government is so determined to destroy the forest ecosystem while shipping the jobs offshore.

His inspiration was the basis for the Duncan Forest District doing some very innovative (considered experimental at that time) Small Business Timber Sales in the Currie Creek area. Some were small patch cuts with special consideration for bats; bears, woodpeckers, voles and many other creatures. Some timber sales were selective logging – restricted to horses only for skidding.

One of the many impressive things I remember is Merv expounding on the value of woodpeckers, wasps and ants in the ecosystem of the forest.

I retired from the MOF in 2000 and my wife Ronda and I started an eco-tour company. We have done many tours to Wildwood Forest. Merv always welcomed our group into his home to talk about his beloved Wildwood and the merits of sustainable logging. We have talked to him many times and he always had a new and interesting story about one of his experiences around the world or right here at home promoting sustainable forestry. His knowledge and recall ability of nearly a century of history was astounding.

I will miss Merv deeply. I will miss those fascinating and inspiring talks as will hundreds of people that have spoken with Merv.

He will live on in his video on our website and in the hearts of many people.

Goodbye my hero.

I pledge to do my best in passing on your message.

Gary Murdock

Pacific Rainforest Adventure Tours.

Forest Technologist (Retired)

Comment on Conservation Moments with TLC – Peach Cliff by dstenberg

dstenberg — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 18:14:18 +0000

Thanks for your comment Brian.
Currently there aren’t any known identifications from the Peachcliff area. For more information on species please visit the B.C. Species and Ecosystems Explorer at http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/atrisk/toolintro.html.

Comment on Calling for Volunteers to Help with Wells Gray Day by bbooth

bbooth — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 23:15:14 +0000

Hi Sharon

Thanks for your interest in Wells Gray Day.
I’ve got you down as a potential volunteer. Right now we’re looking for folks to help out as hosts, as a canoe guide, as a traffic controller, a rover (someone that just keeps and eye on things and does random acts of tidying), and support for dinner. We’re also looking for folks to contribute to the community potluck. If anything here appeals, let me know.

Thanks again,

Barry
Cheers

Barry

Comment on Calling for Volunteers to Help with Wells Gray Day by Sharon Neufeld

Sharon Neufeld — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 23:35:49 +0000

Sounds like an amazing event and such a beautiful setting….Im looking forward to seeing whats new this year!

Comment on Pollinator Picnic: August 21 from 2 – 6 p.m. by Roxxanne

Roxxanne — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:51:57 +0000

I am an apprentice here at this farm and I hope there is a good turn out! Come join us!

Comment on Celebrate B.C. Day with TLC’s Top 50 B.C. Heroes by Bill Turner

Bill Turner — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:45:03 +0000

Thank you for your comments. When the “Heroes” label was first suggested I felt the same concern, the term is often over used. But then I thought about it for a few minutes and agreed that these people are true Heroes. Heroes are those who take action in the face of personal risk for the good of all. These people have done just that. TLC has struggled in these tough economic times to survive. These people have chosen to stand up and be counted, to express their support. TLC has always been non-political. These Heroes come from all parties, from all walks of life but have many things in common. They care about their communities and the have the courage to stand up and be a part of our Be The Change Campaign. To me that makes them real heroes. Future generations will thank them.

Comment on Celebrate B.C. Day with TLC’s Top 50 B.C. Heroes by biodiversity

biodiversity — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 23:07:41 +0000

At first I thought, Oh No!, another stupid self-serving awards program. Then I looked at the 50 names. Many of these people I know, and I certainly know some of the contributions of every name on the list. Every individual is deserving of recognition for their efforts.
Don’t like the rather tired “Heroes” label, but an excellent idea and these people make this planet a better place and deserve our recognition.