The future site of the Redd Fish Restoration Stewardship Centre in Ucluelet
Redd Fish Restoration Society announces the future site of the Redd Fish Restoration Stewardship Centre in Ucluelet.
The board of directors and staff of Redd Fish Restoration Society (Redd Fish) are pleased to announce the successful purchase of a property in the heart of Ucluelet that will become both the organization’s base of operations and the future home of the Redd Fish Restoration Stewardship Centre.
The property at 1728 Peninsula Rd. in Ucluelet fulfills a long-term goal of the society to find a permanent location. “This is a dream come true for the society, to have a home,” said Redd Fish board chair Mayco Noel. “We look forward to showcasing the vital work Redd Fish does through the Stewardship Centre.”
The vision for the Stewardship Centre is to educate and engage the public in a vibrant narrative of ecological restoration. Imagine climbing inside a hollowed cedar tree, constructing a beaver dam, and exploring a kelp forest – all within one immersive learning experience.
Visitors to the Redd Fish Restoration Stewardship Centre will be reminded of their deep connection with the natural world through an enriched learning experience that integrates the senses, ignites curiosity, and awakens a sense of stewardship. The centre will serve as a hub for restoration tourism, offering hands-on experiences like tree planting and citizen science programs.
Redd Fish has been a pivotal part of coastal community for nearly three decades, providing employment, training and volunteer opportunities while devoting their efforts to protecting and restoring degraded ecosystems. As a growing organization, this location represents the next step in the evolution of the society. The Redd Fish Restoration Stewardship Centre will bring the work of the society to the forefront while also providing a year-round educational asset to the west coast.
“We are thrilled to be able to share the vision for the Stewardship Centre with our west coast communities,” said Redd Fish executive director Jessica Hutchinson. “This long-held hope for the society is coming to life and we look forward to partnering with local businesses and organizations to make it a reality.”
For media inquiries, please contact Jessica Hutchinson at jessica@reddfish.org.
About Redd Fish Restoration Society
Redd Fish is a registered charity focused on ecosystem restoration, research, and education. Since 1995, we have worked with permission and in partnership with the nuučanuł nations. Together our mission is to restore damaged coastal ecosystems, rebuild threatened or endangered fish and wildlife populations, and inspire an ethic of stewardship by reconnecting people with the environment.