Raincoast Education Society
Shaping an environmentally sustainable future for the Clayoquot and Barkley Sound region through education and community stewardship
Creative Creatures | Tofino Dates: July 26th-30th Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Calling all nature loving Picassos! Be inspired by nature's beauty and channel your creativity into works of art. With Raincoast’s new “Exploring the Edge” camps, you will construct seashell mosaics, make plant tie-dye, dance on a paddleboard and so much more! Get […]
Eco Heroes | Tofino Dates: August 9th-13th Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Calling all superheroes! Grab your cape and join us for a week of non-stop adventure! With Raincoast’s’ new “Exploring the Edge” camps, you will fly down sand dunes, race through eco obstacle courses, hop on paddleboards to explore kelp forests and so […]
Creative Creatures | Ucluelet Dates: August 16th-20th Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Calling all nature loving Picassos! Be inspired by nature's beauty and channel your creativity into works of art. With Raincoast’s new “Exploring the Edge” camps, you will construct seashell mosaics, make plant tie-dye, create kayak choreography and so much more! Get ready […]
This weekend field course will introduce participants to the wonderful world of West Coast Mushrooms.
Jellyfish have been in the oceans for 600 million years – they are one of the oldest animal lineages that are still around today. Unfortunately, jellyfish are often seen as pests because of the negative interactions that they have with people. In fact, jellyfish are integral for healthy ecosystems, but they don’t get much credit […]
Rorquals - what a beautiful word, it rolls around your mouth before unfurling on your tongue. Rorquals - what beautiful creatures, the ethereal giants of the deep. Including the two largest animal species on planet Earth, rorquals are a group of baleen whale species which are characterised by deep ventral grooves that extend from the […]
What is a giant squid? Many different species have been referred to by this name, from the "calamar gigante" that Danna studied in Mexico and California to other species alternately known as warty squid, clubhook squid, and colossal squid. Danna will give a tour of the unique features and record-holders of each species, with plenty […]
A hands-on, coastline-focused workshop followed by a themed feast in honour of the daily lesson.
Learn about local history, cross-cultural understanding, businesses and activities, festivals, host etiquette, and important civic information specific to Tofino.
Learn about local history, cross-cultural understanding, businesses and activities, festivals, host etiquette, and important civic information specific to Tofino.
Learn about local history, cross-cultural understanding, businesses and activities, festivals, host etiquette, and important civic information specific to Ucluelet.
Learn about local history, cross-cultural understanding, businesses and activities, festivals, host etiquette, and important civic information specific to Tofino.