In response to COVID-19, the B.C. government has closed six provincial parks on Vancouver Island. These are full closures: no one, not even a local, is allowed anywhere in the park. This covers all trails and beaches. The closed list includes Juan de Fuca Provincial Park, which includes Sombrio, China, and Botanical beaches, as well … Continue reading BC Parks closes most provincial parks
Hicks requests Botanical, French and China Beaches be shut
This is from Regional Director Mike Hicks: I have just sent this note to my contact in the Premier's office and bcc'd many residents of Port Renfrew, Jordan River and Shirley. Hope you support! I was hoping that you could carry this message to the appropriate Minister and Premier Horgan. Port Renfrew , Jordan River, Shirley … Continue reading Hicks requests Botanical, French and China Beaches be shut
Looking for New OPSRRA Board Director Nominations – We Need Your Support!
We are looking for members to fill upcoming vacancies on our board of directors at OPSRRA’s upcoming AGM and continue the important work we are doing to support our communities. These include things such as liaising with CRD and other external organizations, membership maintenance (or skills relating to the membership director’s position), meeting and records … Continue reading Looking for New OPSRRA Board Director Nominations – We Need Your Support!
Invasive Geranium Alert
The province recently issued an invasive species alert for the Shiny Geranium. The invasive plant has been observed on property in the Juan de Fuca Electoral Area. This species has been designated as extremely high priority and is part of the provincial Early Detection Rapid Response list, meaning that the province will lead treatment and … Continue reading Invasive Geranium Alert
