Outdoors

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

A 75-minute outdoor yoga class featuring mindful breathing, gentle stretching, walking meditation by the lily pond, and guided relaxation. Suitable for all levels. Pre-registration by donation recommended.

Our Outdoor Summer Dance series starts on June 2nd at 5pm! Thanks to a grant from the Salt Spring Foundation, this weekly dance practice event is free to participate in! When: Every Tuesday June 2 till Sept 1, 5-7pm Where: at the Centennial Park Gazebo What: Mix music to practice your Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia and Merengue dance Remember to bring your water bottle, sun protection and a pal to join us :)

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

Our Outdoor Summer Dance series starts on June 2nd at 5pm! Thanks to a grant from the Salt Spring Foundation, this weekly dance practice event is free to participate in! When: Every Tuesday June 2 till Sept 1, 5-7pm Where: at the Centennial Park Gazebo What: Mix music to practice your Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia and Merengue dance Remember to bring your water bottle, sun protection and a pal to join us :)

A 3-night, 4-day yoga and wellness retreat at Salt Spring Centre of Yoga. The program includes asana classes, breathwork and meditation instruction, time in nature, and lacto-vegetarian meals. Open to all genders, races, and yoga experience levels.

The library invites all kids and their dad-figures to build a nature-based project at home, to be submitted to the library for judging. The public will vote for their 2 favourites. The public has a whole week to vote! To be submitted to the library on June 19. Voting until the June 26.

StoryWalk® is a self-guided supported-activity that allows children and adults to enjoy reading and outdoor activity at the same time. Every weekend, laminated pages from a children’s book is attached to signs, These signs are then sequentially installed from the front of the Library, down the street, then though Mouat Park toward the Rainbow Road Pool. As you stroll down the trail, a story unfolds. StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 13 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! ​ StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. StoryWalks are week long events.

A 12-year-running multi-island boat and bicycle adventure linking Salt Spring, Pender, Mayne, Saturna, and Galiano Islands. Features a special passenger vessel, free shuttles, guided activities, and on Salt Spring an Indigenous Peoples Weekend celebration with artists, musicians, cultural presentations, and family activities.

A 12-year-running multi-island boat and bicycle adventure linking Salt Spring, Pender, Mayne, Saturna, and Galiano Islands. Features a special passenger vessel, free shuttles, guided activities, and on Salt Spring an Indigenous Peoples Weekend celebration with artists, musicians, cultural presentations, and family activities.

Our Outdoor Summer Dance series starts on June 2nd at 5pm! Thanks to a grant from the Salt Spring Foundation, this weekly dance practice event is free to participate in! When: Every Tuesday June 2 till Sept 1, 5-7pm Where: at the Centennial Park Gazebo What: Mix music to practice your Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia and Merengue dance Remember to bring your water bottle, sun protection and a pal to join us :)

Our Outdoor Summer Dance series starts on June 2nd at 5pm! Thanks to a grant from the Salt Spring Foundation, this weekly dance practice event is free to participate in! When: Every Tuesday June 2 till Sept 1, 5-7pm Where: at the Centennial Park Gazebo What: Mix music to practice your Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia and Merengue dance Remember to bring your water bottle, sun protection and a pal to join us :)

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Our Outdoor Summer Dance series starts on June 2nd at 5pm! Thanks to a grant from the Salt Spring Foundation, this weekly dance practice event is free to participate in! When: Every Tuesday June 2 till Sept 1, 5-7pm Where: at the Centennial Park Gazebo What: Mix music to practice your Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia and Merengue dance Remember to bring your water bottle, sun protection and a pal to join us :)

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Our Outdoor Summer Dance series starts on June 2nd at 5pm! Thanks to a grant from the Salt Spring Foundation, this weekly dance practice event is free to participate in! When: Every Tuesday June 2 till Sept 1, 5-7pm Where: at the Centennial Park Gazebo What: Mix music to practice your Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia and Merengue dance Remember to bring your water bottle, sun protection and a pal to join us :)

Opening weekend of the Araucana Grove (Monkey Tree Trail) in south Salt Spring. A short, easy nature trail featuring an interactive puppet theatre, whimsical displays, and the "monkey tree man." Parking available or walk-in access.

Join a Biodiversity Blitz to identify native insects, plants, birds and wildlife at Blackburn Lake while learning about iNaturalist and freshwater monitoring from local biologists. Help document biodiversity and stream attributes of Cusheon Creek. No experience necessary.

Opening weekend of the Araucana Grove (Monkey Tree Trail) in south Salt Spring. A short, easy nature trail featuring an interactive puppet theatre, whimsical displays, and the "monkey tree man." Parking available or walk-in access.

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru

Join ecologist Chris Drake of Coast Alive Stewardship Services this summer at Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve! You will learn about: How this nature reserve was once a golf course and has since been stewarded into a productive and vibrant wetland and forest. Restoring a variety of ecosystem types including wetlands and Garry oak meadows Successfully controlling invasive species Propagating and growing native plants Protecting native plants from deer Reducing wildfire risk, including information on fire-resistant & drought-tolerant plants Enhancing wildlife habitat – birds, bats, frogs, beavers and beyond! Wildlife habitat supplies will be available for purchase by Coast Alive Stewardship Service Nesting boxes for local birds Bird baths and mini-ponds Wire cages to protect trees and shru