Author Archives: Ed

PKOLS-Mount Douglas is Saanich’s largest protected Coastal Douglas-fir forest. Our nature preserve is in a narrow climatic region with a Mediterranean-like climate that allows these trees to grow; unfortunately, through many factors, these forests in this zone are mostly unprotected … Continue reading →

When did you hear only nature – no traffic or other city noises? Increasing urbanization comes complete with noise from traffic, leaf blowers, lawnmowers, high-pitched backup warning signals, and on and on. At the same time, places of solitude, places … Continue reading →

The petition below is being circulated by a group of concerned stewards and volunteers, from “Saanich’s Pulling Together program.” We greatly appreciate all the work that Saanich Parks staff do in supporting restoration work and volunteers in this fantastic and … Continue reading →