November 2021 Issue 156

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Autumn Picnics Pairs with Birding at Affinity Ciderhouse

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ucked into the Cowichan estuary sits a serene piece of land teeming with wildlife and an abundance of birds – a property that many locals don’t even know exists. While it is privately owned, the owner encourages the public to access the estuary for what is sure to be a spectacular experience. Affinity Ciderhouse owner Tanner Elton is encouraging the public to bring a picnic, park in the parking lot and take in the shoreline birding opportunities in November. Heck, bring a picnic from a local restaurant or farm gate and settle in to watch the show. What’s special about this year is the record number of chinook salmon spawning in the Cowichan River. The increase is the result of years of conservation efforts by Cowichan Tribes, which has worked to restore the river to its natural course before logging operations altered the river. And with the salmon come dozens of hungry eagles, cleaning up the remains.

Affinity Ciderhouse’s grounds border the estuary with many secluded spots to see the eagles gently gliding over the area spotting its prey, swooping down to grasp a fish in its beak or talons, or just solemnly perching in a nearby tree surveying the situation. General manager Kieran Holdsworth has even placed picnic tables and benches in key locations ideal for birdwatching at a respectful distance. “We expect this experience to rival that of Goldstream Park, where people are most familiar with seeing the salmon run and the eagles in action,” says Holdsworth. “We want people in Cowichan to know they have a place for a more intimate experience at our property.” Affinity Ciderhouse is open for public parking on Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Check AffinityCider.com for more information or call Kieran at 778 455-4577.

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November Forecasts

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