CNH Tours organized an event in Victoria British Columbia (31 July) in support of the Charles Darwin Foundation. Great venue, great food and good conversations.

The “Global Gathering for Galapagos” to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the Charles Darwin Foundation and its incredible conservation research & accomplishments was held in Metchosin, BC (near Victoria) Canada. Events were held in 65 locations around the world to raise funds & awareness (we raised nearly $3,000). 

CNH Tours co-owner Heather Blenkiron, with the help of our Antarctica travel advisor (and Victoria resident) Kathy Haesevoets led the organization effort for this lovely event at the bucolic Bilston Creek Lavender Farm.  Heather and her husband Marc said a few words, and ceded the podium to Michael Jackson, who outlined some of the great work the Foundation is doing. We watched other events around the world via a live-streaming platform.  There was a lengthy Q&A session.  It was great to see friends, former guests and even a Galapagos ship owner and make some new connections with those who are passionate about Galapagos conservation.

From the Darwin Foundation:  “We are celebrating this 65th anniversary milestone alongside our community of donors at the Houston Zoo, a long-standing ally and supporter of our work in the Galapagos. Together, we will raise awareness, turn reflection into action and show how conservation in the Galapagos inspires global change.”

 

L-R: Kathy Haesevoets (Antarctica Trave Advisor); Heather Blenkiron & Marc Patry (CNH Tours co-owners) and Michael Jackson

 

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