This course is an introduction to Nuu-chah-nulth homelands, culture, and language. Learn about local history, cross cultural understanding, Nuu-chah-nulth language, and cultural world view.
Small Town, Big Picture: Ucluelet, is a three-hour orientation session that delivers the “big picture” of living in Ucluelet. Learn about local history and basic ecology, cross-cultural understanding, businesses and activities, festivals, host etiquette, and important civic information. This is a great way to get up-to-date local’s information about living and working in Tofino. Location: […]
This 2.5-hour course explores the intertidal and pelagic ecosystems of Clayoquot and Barkley Sounds, highlighting the incredible diversity of seaweeds, invertebrates, marine mammals, and more. Participants will also learn about local oceanographic conditions and the vital role this rich marine environment plays in sustaining life along this coast. Beyond education, this course is about connection—helping […]
This outdoor course focuses on our coastal temperate rainforest. From the forest floor to the top of the canopy, you will explore the many interactions that make up the fabric of this iconic habitat. Join us to discover the dynamic nature of old-growth forests! Small Town, Big Picture is a suggested prerequisite for this course. […]
This weekend field course will introduce participants to the world of west coast seaweeds.
This 2.5-hour course explores the intertidal and pelagic ecosystems of Clayoquot and Barkley Sounds, highlighting the incredible diversity of seaweeds, invertebrates, marine mammals, and more. Participants will also learn about local oceanographic conditions and the vital role this rich marine environment plays in sustaining life along this coast. Beyond education, this course is about connection—helping […]
This outdoor course focuses on our coastal temperate rainforest. From the forest floor to the top of the canopy, you will explore the many interactions that make up the fabric of this iconic habitat. Join us to discover the dynamic nature of old-growth forests! Small Town, Big Picture is a suggested prerequisite for this course. […]
Coastal Wolves are the topic tomorrow! 🐺 Join Petra, our RES Education Outreach Coordinator, and ask those questions, learn about these amazing adaptable animals! A Free Program! 🌿 Where: Lighthouse Loop of the Wild Pacific Trail 🌿 Time: 10am-4pm 🌿 When: July 1st The Raincoast Educaiton Society will be on the Wild Pacific Trail in […]
The Tonquin trail showcases some of the regions most iconic species and unforgettable views. Join RES for an interpretative walk and take a journey from rainforest to kelp forest. We will discuss a myriad of species, explore the diversity of ecosystems in the coast, and find ourselves enmeshed in their connections. Bring your walking shoes, […]
Plankton Tow & Teach! Free Event Though you may not always see them – plankton are out there, and some will become a feast for tiny fish or giant whales. Come and observe plankton up close, particpate in a plankton tow and learn more! Stop by - we will be outside with plankton samples ready […]
Explore intertidal eelgrass meadows and learn about the animals that live in this important habitat at a beach seine this summer! FREE EVENT Most of us have probably encountered eelgrass – from spending hours in the ocean alongside these green ribbons, or exploring eelgrass-filled mudflats. Eelgrass meadows create habitat for a myriad of coastal species […]
The West Coast Ambassador Program: This three-hour orientation session delivers the “big picture” of living in Tofino. Learn about local history and basic ecology, cross-cultural understanding, businesses and activities, festivals, host etiquette, and important civic information. This is a great way to get up-to-date local’s information about living and working in Tofino. Location: Tofino Vistitor […]
Shaping an environmentally sustainable future for the Clayoquot and Barkley Sound region through education and community stewardship
