  | About UsPresident's Message"Since 1996, the Greenways Land Trust has coordinated the efforts of hundreds of volunteers to improve the environment for Campbell River's residents and visitors. We play key roles managing local natural areas like the 500-hectare Beaver Lodge Forest Lands, the Haig-Brown Heritage Property, the Kingfisher Creek property and the Baikie Island Reserve in the Campbell River estuary. Annual events like Broom Bash, Oceans' Day, Beaver Lodge Appreciation Day and Rivers' Day engage the public and promote ecological and recreational greenways in the community. With our stream keeper partners, we work to protect vital fish and bird habitat throughout the community. We work with the City of Campbell River to reduce the environmental impact of development projects and to promote the maintenance and creation of ecological and recreational greenways. Thanks to our staff and volunteers, we can take pride in our many successes. Our streams and wetlands are important to fish for spawning, rearing, feed and water quality. We must protect them. In coming years, we will work with streamkeepers to enhance habitats for salmon and other species. We will encourage the city to improve and expand recreational greenways and we will work with landowners and our partners to preserve sensitive lands. This is our role. I hope you will join us. Richard Hamilton - President Goals
RegionThe Discovery Coast Greenways Land Trust acts as a steward for lands and waterways on the east coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia. The stewardship area ranges from the top of the island's central mountains eastwards to the Discovery Coast and includes the islands of Discovery Passage.
Vancouver Island's moderate climate provides abundant rainfall that collects in streams and cascades eastwards; connecting the land to the sea. The resulting watersheds divide the land into many different habitats for wildlife including native plants, and, of course, salmon. These habitats hold a remarkable variety of ecologically sensitive regions, preserved lands, seascapes, streams and river corridors. While the Oyster, Campbell, Salmon and Adam Rivers are the largest waterways supporting salmon in this area, numerous small streams are also home to salmon and other fish species. Near urban areas, the small streams and watersheds have specific stewardship groups. The GLT supports these groups by partnering, aiding, assisting and providing people and resources. Click here to see a regional map of the watersheds surrounding Campbell River DirectorsIn 1996, founding members of the Greenways Land Trust included staff from the District of Campbell River, the Ministry of Forests, Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, as well as volunteers from local businesses, stream stewardship groups, academics and community-minded individuals. Presently, the society is run by a volunteer board of directors and maintains part-time paid positions. The Directors volunteer their time to help run and direct the Land Trust; their work is vital to its very existence. They meet on the second Wednesday of every month at 7:00pm. Call the office for more details.
Staff
Stacey Larsen accepted the part-time role as Operations Manager in May 2011 to fill in for Erin Nowak who will be welcoming a new addition! Stacey calls Campbell River home, though she has lived in serveral small coastal towns throughout her life including Woss, Bella Coola and Port McNeill. With a focus on making a positive difference, Stacey focused her studies in forestry earning both a diploma and a degree in Forest Resource Management. Having spent many years working throughout the coast specializing in silviculture with Canfor, Interfor, Western Forest Products and consulting firms she was ready for a shift in gear. Stacey has previously volenteered with Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society as a director on their Board and as an animal caretaker. She has been involved with community service groups including Students for Forestry Awareness (UBC Faculty of Forestry) and Girl Guides. She is in her element when she can get into the canoe and look for Red-winged black birds! Other ways that she enjoys the out of doors also include back packing, bird watching, caving and back road exploring. Stacey has previously shared her knowledge of the natural world as a forestry tour guide. "I'm excited to work with the Greenways Land Trust in its role as a vital part of Campbell River for all of its residents and natural areas!"
Employment PostingsThere are no postings at this time. VolunteersThe Land Trust cannot exist without the help of motivated people who donate their time towards our many projects. In 2010, volunteers clocked an astounding 700 hours plus! There are lots of choices from web page updates to wading into streams. Most of our volunteers are referred by our supporter, the Campbell River Volunteer Centre, but you are welcome to drop in or contact us directly. We strive to create a volunteer experience and to utilise your skills and experience. Fill out our Volunteer Application Form if you would like to get involved! One of our primary functions is to act as a resource centre for local stewardship groups. These groups often need volunteer help on various projects, or to sit on the Board of their societies. If you would like to get involved with your neighbourhood stewardship group, we can point you in the right direction. Contact us for more information or go directly to the contact on Meeting Times.
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Greenways Events
Quick LinksMissionTo enhance the community through the creation and management of greenways networks, based on principles of stream & land stewardship and development, within public and private property partnerships.
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