Tofino Earth Day Weekend
Yoga Carmen Bell
with Carmen Bell
Tin Wis Beach Resort
Sat Apr 19 8:30am
Classes are primarily hatha flow of iyengar influence. A full body integration woven with fluid breath, & deep inner focus. Beginners and advanced students welcome. Limited number of mats available. Full proceeds go the MUP.
Intertidal
Investigators
South Chesterman parking
Sat Apr 19 9:00am-10:00am
Come and check out all the squishy, sticky and colourful plants and animals that are uncovered during low tide! Suitable for kids 6-12, but families and all ages welcome. Meet at the South Chesterman Beach parking lot at 9:00. Rain or Shine! FREE or by donation to the Raincoast Education Society.
Saturday Stroll
at the Tofino Mudlflats
Tofino Botanical Gardens
Sat Apr 19 10:00am-11:00am
Naturalist Jen Pukonen has been working in the Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations community of Ahousaht to help develop and restore traditional Nuu-chah-nulth root gardens. Jen will introduce you to some of the species of plants were cultivated for their tasty and nutritional roots. Meet at the Tofino Botanical Gardens. Cost $10 adults, $6 student, kids 12 and under FREE. TBG Members free. All proceeds support the RES and the Tofino Botanical Gardens.
Annual MUP Clean up
Multi Use Path
Sat Apr 19 10:00am-2:00pm
Join local businesses and individual volunteers as we clean-up Tofino's own multi-use path. Organized by the Wickaninnish Inn.
Earth Day
Fundraising Flea Market
Long Beach Golf Course
Sat & Sun Apr 19/20 11am-3pm
Quality Items for sale. Proceeds benefit a local charity. To donate items, volunteer, or for more information, call 725-3378.
Rain Water Collection
System & Geo Exchange
Pacific Sands
Sat Apr 19 1:00pm-3:00pm
Rain Water Collection System & Geo Exchange Open House at Pacific Sands.
Clayoquot 101
Tofino Botanical Gardens
Sat Apr 19 1:00pm-4:00pm
A three hour guided tour with a biologist and naturalist introducing participants to the flora and fauna of Clayoquot Sound's ancient temperate rainforest, beaches and mudflats. Cost includes three-day admission into the Tofino Botanical Gardens, a free beverage from the Trilogy Garden Cafe, and a package of information to take home. $25 per adult, $15 for students, children 12 & under free. Please wear appropriate footwear and bring a rain jacket. All proceeds support the Tofino Botanical Gardens Foundation.
Film Screening:
Planet Earth
Remote Passages Boathouse
Sat Apr 19 7:00pm
Screening film "Planet Earth" at Remote Passages Marine Excursions boathouse, located at the bottom of Wharf Street. Bring a folding chair or cushion. Everyone welcome to this free evening. Sponsored by Remote Passages.
Los Dukes &
Low Temper STar
Tofino Legion
Sat Apr 19 9:00pm
Los Dukes and Low Temper Star. A portion of the door sales donated to the MUP. Sponsored by Los Dukes, and the Tofitian.
Yoga
with Amy Carr-Hilton
Tofino Community Hall
Sun Apr 20 8:30am-10:00am
Medley of different yoga styles tailored to the participants. Whole family welcome. Lots of yoga mats available. Proceeds donated to the Raincoast Education Society.
Group Commute
South Chesterman parking lot
Sun Apr 20 9:00am
Meet at South Chesterman Beach parking lot for a group bike ride to Tofino Village Green for Earth Day activities. Families welcome. Sponsored by the 4th Street Natural Market.
5th Annual Earth Day
Pancake Breakfast
Tofino Village Green
Sun Apr 20 9am-noon
Village Green- Under the big tent donated by the Tofino Rec. Department. All proceeds donated to the Raincoast Education Society. Sponsored by Fiber Options Naturals, and the Raincoast Cafe.
Tofino Public Market
Tofino Village Green
Sun Apr 20 9:00am-1:00pm
Tofino Public Market at the Village Green. Featuring local artisans and food growers.
Children's Entertainers
Bobs & Lolo
Tofino Village Green
Sun Apr 20 11:00am-noon
Bobs & Lolo are dedicated to connecting kids to the natural world with music, movement and make believe. Sharing musical stories that engage, inspire and educate, they teach kids to care about themselves, their neighbours, and the planet. Sponsored by Weigh West Marine Resort, Middle Beach Lodge and Ecoeverything Tofino.
Paddle & Cleanup
on Morpheus Island
Tofino Sea Kayaking
Sun Apr 20 12:30pm-4:00pm
Seating is limited so register in advance. 725-4222. No experience required. $20 for adults, $10 for kids (must be over 6yrs.). Proceeds will be donated to the Friends of Clayoquot Sound.
