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Summer Student Job: Camp Leader

May 10, 2017

Please email your application to camps@scsalmon.org The Sunshine Coast Salmonid Enhancement Society is looking for a camp leader to assist in the delivery of “Explore the Wild” Summer Camps at Chapman Creek Hatchery. Campers will explore the local creek, forest and ocean ecosystem through scientific investigation, exploration, outdoor games, and wilderness skill building activities. To be eligible for this position, you must be between 16 and 30 years of age on the start date of the job. You also must have been a full-time student…

Sunshine Coast Summer Camp 2017 Registration is now Open

May 4, 2017

SCSES

Community, Education

Sunshine Coast Summer Camp 2017 Registration is now Open Sunshine Coast Summer Camps 2017 registration is now open. Each day of Explore the Wild Summer Camps on Chapman Creek will showcase a new level of ecosystem to explore. Bring your curiosity of the Sunshine Coast natural world and develop your skills of observation, scientific study and wilderness survival. Camps are based out of the classroom at Chapman Creek Hatchery. Activities take us into the forest, along Chapman Creek,…

EXPLORE THE WILD: SPRING BREAK CAMP 2017

January 24, 2017

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Community, Education

Explore the Wild. Practice skills like fishing and wilderness survival. Dive into the science of water and the creek. Capture the fun and tell a story with digital devices. There will be a fun mix of indoor and outdoor activities to keep us warm and engaged. Come prepared to be outside: rain jackets and pants, boots/hiking shoes, extra socks and extra snacks. Ages 7 to 11 Rate per week: Rate per day: 9 AM – 3:30 PM Available Weeks in 2017: Note:***…

20TH ANNUAL SALMON ENHANCEMENT DINNER: APRIL 8, 2017

January 23, 2017

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Community

20TH ANNUAL SALMON ENHANCEMENT DINNER 2017 : April 8, 2017 Sechelt Seniors Centre 6.00pm Cocktails/ Hors d’oeuvre Dinner at 7:00pm Help us celebrate another great year at the Chapman Creek Hatchery. Join us for a delicious catered salmon dinner prepared by Chef Aldo of Ruby Lake Resort and Green Planet Foods. Your $100 ticket includes: A $50.00 tax receipt Catered Salmon Dinner (Alternate Meals Available) Entry into a reverse draw with a top prize…

Fishing Reopens on Chapman Creek

October 6, 2016

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News

Fishing reopens Oct 7 on Chapman Creek Improved water levels and observed local fish abundances support re-opening this area to salmon fishing. Waters: Chapman Creek. Management measure: Effective one hour before sunrise Friday, October 7, 2016 until further notice: – The daily limit for coho salmon is four (4) with only two (2) greater than 35cm. – The daily limit for chinook salmon is four (4) with only two (2) greater than 50cm. Variation Order: 2016-446…

Chapman Creek Rivers Day Salmon Festival Membership Drive Oct 22 2016

October 6, 2016

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Community

The Sunshine Coast Salmonid Enhancement Society will celebrate Rivers Day on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 10:00 am- 3:00 pm with an open house at its Chapman Creek Hatchery. Everyone is invited to tour the facility, observe a fin-clipping demonstration, see a model of the Chapman Creek watershed, fish for rainbow trout, purchase salmon “subject to availability” learn about salmon and their habitat, feed the fish being raised in the rearing tanks, and observe salmon returning to Chapman Creek. There is…

Volunteers needed for 2016 coho fin clipping on Wed 26 October

October 6, 2016

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Community, Hatchery Work

It’s that time of year again for fin clipping. Clipping will take place on Wednesday Oct 26 from 9-3. ” lunch will be provided.” If you have a couple of hours to spare either in the morning or afternoon call the hatchery on 604 885 4136

Fishing For Salmon Closed in Chapman Creek due to Extremely low Water Levels

August 11, 2016

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News

RECREATIONAL – Salmon Fishery Notice – Fisheries and Oceans Canada Subject: FN0840-RECREATIONAL – Salmon: Region 2 – Chapman Creek – Closure to Fishing for Salmon Effective dates: August 12, 2016 until October 15, 2016. Waters: Fishing for salmon is not permitted. This closure is in response to extremely low water levels and is intended to protect salmon stocks in this system. Variation Order Number: 2016-357 Notes: Anglers are advised to check http://www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/fm-gp/rec/index-eng.html for fishing closures and other recreational fishing information. Did you witness suspicious fishing…

SECHELT SUMMER CAMPS FOR CHILDREN

May 26, 2016

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Community, Education

Sechelt Sunshine Coast summer camps for children on Chapman Creek are now being offered by the Sunshine Coast Salmonid Enhancement Society. “Explore the wild” of our local creek, forest and ocean ecosystem through scientific investigation and inquiry, exploration and observation, creativity, outdoor games, and outdoor skill building activities.” Click here to register or find out more

Summer Student Job Opportunity – Hatchery Assistant Fish Technician

May 9, 2016

SCSES

Hatchery Work

The Sunshine Coast Salmonid Enhancement Society is accepting applications for a summer student. JOB TITLE: Summer Student Hatchery Assistant Fish Technician Location: Chapman Creek Hatchery Wage: $10.45 Per Hour 40 hrs per week Duration: 9 weeks Closing date: June 15, 2016 Requirements: Is Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment. Was registered as a full-time student during the preceding academic year. …