In the Community

They want to create the Bowen/Nexwlélexm Marine Conservation Atlas.

A golden plunger, a 1920's swim suit and many many brave bathers spanning 40 years play into the tradition's story.

“Can we learn to live here as if we are staying?” asks Robin Wall Kimmerer in her book, Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teaching of Plants .

This book is a gift. It was given to me by Jackie Bradley, whom I met through the Bowen in Transition Offering Circle. I made an offer, she accepted, and soon we found ourselves in beautiful cycle of reciprocity without a hint of obligation.

Applying is very easy. You need two things: 1. A (maximum) 500 word summary of your idea. 2. A partnership with an on-island charity.

A note from your emergency program coordinator.

What was happening on Bowen 10, 25, 40 years ago?

The health centre foundation has a busy year planned ahead.

Experienced teacher, tutor and now author Laurie Beesting answers some of the Undercurrent's questions.

The Bowen film was a smash-hit in 2005.