This is a rare opportunity to protect a large waterfront tract. St. John Point The property, currently on the open market, is zoned for 6 subdivision lots. With 64 acres of relatively undeveloped land, over 2.1 kilometers (1.3 miles) of mostly south facing shoreline and two pebble beaches this property could be very appealing to…
The Mayne Island Conservancy and American Friends of Canadian Land Trusts have a written agreement with Jon, Roger and Howard to allow us to purchase St. John Point and permanently preserve it for public benefit. In order to make this dream a reality our two organizations are leading a campaign to raise $4.3 million CAD.
A short video talking about the work done on Mayne Island and the importance of eelgrass to our local ecosystems,
Henderson Park has been a prime focus of the Mayne Island Conservancy Society over the past 10 years. This video is meant to showcase the hard work, dedication and fruits of our volunteers’ labour.
You might be amazed at who shares your property with you. Mayne Island Conservancy offers a service to land holders on Mayne Island where, at your request, our trained staff and volunteers will accompany you for a walkabout of your property. We can discuss its natural features and how becoming Read more…
The Nursery Beginnings The Mayne Island Conservancy began a native plant propagation program in the spring of 2011. Having a ready supply of local native plants is a key component in completing our ecosystem restoration projects on Mayne Island. In addition, native plants are growing in popularity with home gardeners, Read more…
September, 2013 – The question of re-establishing deer hunting on Mayne Island was brought to representatives of the Mayne Island Residents and Ratepayers Association and the Mayne Island Conservancy Society by the Provincial Fish and Wildlife Department who asked the Conservancy and MIRRA members to talk to the community members Read more…
Red Elderberry Scientific Name: Sambucus racemosa Status (BC): No concern This large shrub requires a combination of full to part sun with consistent moisture. Its long green leaves accompany large clusters of small white flowers, which become persistent, red, berry-like fruit. Its flowers attract native pollinators and its berries are eaten by Read more…
Western Screech Owl Scientific Name: Otus kennicottii kennicottii Status (BC): Blue-listed Western Screech-owls are small owls with yellow eyes and tufts over their ears. Their feathers range from grey to brown and have dark wavy lines, creating a streaked appearance. Their calls include trills and have been likened to a bouncing ball. Read more…
Purple Martin Scientific Name: Progne subis Status (BC): Blue-listed The Purple Martin is the largest North American swallow and has declined in numbers due to loss of habitat. Originally nesting in large snags and wildlife trees in woodland and freshwater areas, Purple Martin almost all nest in human-made nest boxes placed in Read more…