by Barb Riordan | Mar 11, 2026 | news
Exciting News: Fish eggs found on the restored beach at the Nature Trust Mariner Way property Since 2018, MVIHES has tracked forage fish spawning locations along our community beaches. The results confirm that the beaches at Craig Bay, San Pareil, Rathtrevor...
by Barb Riordan | Dec 15, 2025 | news
One of the key insights into how 6PPD-quinone enters waterways is the presence of stormwater drains on many bridges crossing creeks and rivers. These drains, in effect, function as direct conduits for contaminants. When vehicles travel across bridges, tiny particles...
by Barb Riordan | Dec 1, 2025 | news
One gorgeous weekend in June, seventeen passionate volunteers came together at French Creek to take part in a Streamkeeper Course. Hosted by the Pacific Streamkeepers Federation, this course provided hands-on training in assessing fish habitat and stream health. The...
by Barb Riordan | Nov 1, 2025 | news
Volunteers are the heart and soul of the Mid Vancouver Island Habitat Enhancement Society (MVIHES), and their dedication never ceases to amaze. From rescuing stranded Coho Salmon fry to showcasing stunning local art, our volunteers have been on the go all summer in...
by Barb Riordan | Sep 1, 2025 | news
On October 18, twenty three ROAMS students from Ballenas high school and their teacher, Heather Quinn, helped the City of Parksville Parks Department plan 500 trees, shrubs and sedges in the Parksville Wetlands. ROAMS stands for Rivers, Oceans, and Mountains School...
