Pre-register by signing up on the lodge deck

This is your opportunity to share in front of the entire group. These fast paced two-minute presentations allow you to share inspiring news about your business. This is your chance to pitch an idea or make that ask for what you really need. What have you come to Social Venture Institute to raise awareness about?

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We gather in small groups for these interactive problem solving sessions. Each person can share a challenge and receive loving peer reflection in a safe, intimate space. High value for your own enterprise.

<div style="padding-left:40px;padding-right:40px;padding-bottom:40px"> <p><strong data-stringify-type="bold"><em data-stringify-type="italic">Afternoon Eco Kayak & Swim</em></strong></p> <p><strong data-stringify-type="bold">Friday, Sept  24. 2:30-5:30pm. Departs Hollyhock Beach.</strong></p> <p>Pack your bathing suit, water bottle and camera for this “intertidal ecology exploration” as we paddle our kayaks around the southern reef. Keep your eyes open for jellyfish, sea stars, harbour seals, porpoises, dolphins, whales and orcas! We will stop for a swim on a beach halfway through our paddle.</p> <p>Sign up at the Hollyhock Store<br />$90/person</p> <p> </p> <p><em><strong data-stringify-type="bold">Guided Group Forest Therapy Walk </strong></em></p> <p><strong data-stringify-type="bold">Friday, September 24, 2021</strong><br /><strong data-stringify-type="bold">2:00 - 5:00pm </strong>Join us for this slow, quiet, and meditative nature immersion experience on the beautiful forested trails of Hollyhock. Forest therapy is inspired by the Japanese practice of <em data-stringify-type="italic">shinrin-yoku</em>, which translates to “forest bathing.” Studies have demonstrated a wide array of health benefits, especially in the cardiovascular and immune systems, and in stabilizing and improving mood and cognition. Through a series of simple, sensory-based invitations, your certified forest therapy guide, Sobhana, will work in partnership with the forest to invite you into deeper states of health and well-being. Come discover the many healing benefits nature holds for you! For more information and registration details, please visit: <a class="c-link" href="https://forestawakenings.com/bookings/svi-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-sk="tooltip_parent">https://forestawakenings.com/bookings/svi-2021/</a></p> <p>Registration deadline: Wed. Sept. 22<br />Cost: $75 + GST per person <br />Partial scholarships available - please inquire.To register, please email <a class="c-link" href="mailto:sobhana@forestawakenings.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-sk="tooltip_parent">sobhana@forestawakenings.com</a></p> <p> </p> <p><em><strong>Guided Nature Hike - Meet on Garden Deck</strong></em></p> <p>Join Hollyhock Naturalist Bill Ophoff for this guided exploration of Cortes Island’s beautiful Kw’as Park. Hike past Hague Lake, the elder “Survivor Fir” and other ancient trees, as Bill shares stories of the preservation of this land, and the flora and fauna that call it home. Pack your camera, water bottle, rain gear, and wear your most comfortable hiking shoes.</p> </div>

Ignite is all about big thinking, awesome ideas and plenty of fun in half the time. Join us for this series of speedy presentations consisting of 20 slides timed to auto advance every 15 seconds. This year’s presenters have prepared deep and meaningful stories.