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VicPS field trip: Sunday, July 20, 2025

The VicPS fieldtrip this month will be to the lovely Chemainus River.  The site requires a 15-minute walk on a gentle to moderate grade from the parking lot to the river, the ability to traverse a rocky riverbank, and it’s possible you may want to wade across the slippery rocks of the river to the other side.  It is appropriate for families, and children old enough to be around the river.  All children must be in the company of an adult. 

Expect beautiful views, wet feet and a high probability of finding specimens. Sunday is forecast to be a bit cooler than mid-week, but do bring and use sunscreen.

Details are in the email that each member should have received; contact Jerri Wilkins if you have not received the email.  Please RSVP.

    August 21 field trip

    When: Sunday, August 21, 2022, 9 am departure

    Travel: Meet at Helmcken Park & Ride at 9 am to arrange carpooling.

    Exposure: Please see the email sent to paid VicPS members for details.

    Exposure: Please see the email sent to paid VicPS members for details.

    Equipment: Geological hammer, chisel and safety equipment (gloves, goggles, safety helmet advisable) and footwear suitable for wading. Bring water, snacks/lunch and sunscreen.

    Please RSVP to Jerri Wilkins if you plan to participate

    July 17th field trip

    When: Sunday, July 17th, 2022, 7 am departure

    Travel: We are going a little further afield on this trip, so set your alarm clock! Meet at Helmcken Park & Ride at 7 am to arrange carpooling. Or meet us outside the Courtenay Museum at 10 am.

    Exposure: Please see the email sent to paid VicPS members for details.

    Exposure: Please see the email sent to paid VicPS members for details.

    Access: This site is not as easily accessible as other sites; some hiking and scaling of the riverbank is required and current water height in that section of the river is unverified. Good mobility, alertness and care required.

    Equipment: Proper footwear for hiking and riverside collecting. Basic hammer and chisel (like equipment used on shales at Mt. Tzouhalem and Chemainus River). Bring the usual daytrip essentials: hat, sunscreen, insect spray, jacket, lunch, water and an endless supply of curiosity!

    Please RSVP to Jerri Wilkins if you plan to participate