Tuesday, 1 March 2016

March 1, 2016

I bought this book today for our classroom from the artist, Ron den Daas

Discovery Day Coho Workshop at MacKay Creek

 

Our working space with a fabulous view

BCIT Grad talks about restoration of riparian habitat


This new bald eagle nest was "encouraged" with just a few 2"x4"s, and this nesting pair took over from there!

Famed artist, Ron den Daas works with the students.






Student work underway


A few bold strokes sets the watery scene

Afternoon hike upriver beside MacKay Creek


Spring has sprung!

Marine biologist Doug Swanston with a bear tale that captured our attention!


MacKay Creek Salmon Hatchery


A salmon biologist shows us the pink salmon fry in the hatchery


26,000 fry in there!

A summary inside the MacKay Creek Salmon hatchery.

 What is equally exciting is that our students' work will be incorporated into a permanent outdoor "installation" this Spring. We'll be notified when the "unveiling" will happen!