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When:
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm
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SISKA Meeting Announcement - March 26, 2025
Carnivores of Coastal BC
by
Helen Davis and Richard Weir
Join professional biologists and seasoned kayakers Richard Weir and Helen Davis as they share insights on coastal carnivores, drawing from over 35 years of experience at Artemis Wildlife Consultants. In this engaging talk, they’ll explore the wildlife kayakers might encounter along BC’s shores and offer tips on identifying species and understanding their beachside habits.
The presentation is at the Garth Homer Centre, 831 Darwin Avenue, Saanich BC, 7:00pm on March 26,2025
Have you ever paddled along BC’s coastline and spotted small, mysterious creatures darting across the intertidal zone, leaving you wondering, “What was that?†Or perhaps you’ve seen larger, more familiar animals—like bears—scouring the shorelines for food and wondered where they live and what they do when they’re not foraging? Many of these shoreline dwellers are carnivores, a diverse group that includes not only bears but also dogs, cats, and weasels. These animals lead fascinating lives in the coastal forests and waters of British Columbia.
Join Richard Weir and Helen Davis, professional biologists and seasoned kayakers, as they unravel the mysteries of the coastal carnivores. With over 35 years of experience, both have dedicated their careers to studying these animals through their consulting firm, Artemis Wildlife Consultants.
In this engaging talk, they’ll share intriguing insights about the wildlife kayakers are likely to encounter along BC’s shores, offer tips on distinguishing between species, and explain why these animals are drawn to the beaches. Is it a mink, a river otter, or a sea otter? How can you tell? And how close is too close when encountering terrestrial wildlife while paddling?
Learn about their ecology, behaviours, and the risks their populations face in a changing environment. For more information, please have a look at their consulting firm found at: https://www.artemiswildlife.com/
Our meetings start at 7:00pm however, folks that have gear they wish to sell/swap are invited to show up at 6:00pm to set up, doors open for everyone at 6:30pm. We meet at the Garth Homer Centre, 831 Darwin Avenue, off Saanich Road, near Saanich Municipal Hall.
Cost:
There is no cost for this event/clinic
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Where:
Need directions here? Click here.
Who:
For more information about this Meeting contact:
For information about registration and/or payment contact Meeting Coordinator
Details:
SISKA Meeting Announcement - March 26, 2025
Carnivores of Coastal BC
by
Helen Davis and Richard Weir
Join professional biologists and seasoned kayakers Richard Weir and Helen Davis as they share insights on coastal carnivores, drawing from over 35 years of experience at Artemis Wildlife Consultants. In this engaging talk, they’ll explore the wildlife kayakers might encounter along BC’s shores and offer tips on identifying species and understanding their beachside habits.
The presentation is at the Garth Homer Centre, 831 Darwin Avenue, Saanich BC, 7:00pm on March 26,2025
Have you ever paddled along BC’s coastline and spotted small, mysterious creatures darting across the intertidal zone, leaving you wondering, “What was that?†Or perhaps you’ve seen larger, more familiar animals—like bears—scouring the shorelines for food and wondered where they live and what they do when they’re not foraging? Many of these shoreline dwellers are carnivores, a diverse group that includes not only bears but also dogs, cats, and weasels. These animals lead fascinating lives in the coastal forests and waters of British Columbia.
Join Richard Weir and Helen Davis, professional biologists and seasoned kayakers, as they unravel the mysteries of the coastal carnivores. With over 35 years of experience, both have dedicated their careers to studying these animals through their consulting firm, Artemis Wildlife Consultants.
In this engaging talk, they’ll share intriguing insights about the wildlife kayakers are likely to encounter along BC’s shores, offer tips on distinguishing between species, and explain why these animals are drawn to the beaches. Is it a mink, a river otter, or a sea otter? How can you tell? And how close is too close when encountering terrestrial wildlife while paddling?
Learn about their ecology, behaviours, and the risks their populations face in a changing environment. For more information, please have a look at their consulting firm found at: https://www.artemiswildlife.com/
Our meetings start at 7:00pm however, folks that have gear they wish to sell/swap are invited to show up at 6:00pm to set up, doors open for everyone at 6:30pm. We meet at the Garth Homer Centre, 831 Darwin Avenue, off Saanich Road, near Saanich Municipal Hall.
Cost:
There is no cost for this event/clinic