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Guided Lichen Walk at Christmas Hill
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary
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About this event
Join local lichenologist Tasha Lavdovsky for a guided walk at Christmas Hill to explore lichen at this majestic site. Starting at the Nature House, this guided walk will make its way up to Christmas Hill, where you will look at common macrolichens, learn identification techniques, and gain introductory-level familiarity with the different morphological groups and growth structures.
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3873 Swan Lake Road, Victoria, BC
Victoria, Southern Vancouver Island
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