Author

Kiley Verbowski

Kiley Verbowski is a freelance journalist and a Senior Editor at The Martlet. She's also a children's puppeteer and birdwatcher.

Housing

Newly net-zero home in Oaklands has a little footprint but a big impact

by Kiley Verbowski
May 11, 2021

Homeowner, entrepreneur, and City of Victoria Climate Champion Wendy Littlefield hopes to inspire her local and global neighbours

Environment

Vancouver Island is a wild food smorgasbord. If you forage, here's how to do so respectfully.

by Kiley Verbowski
Apr 19, 2021

Jared Qwustenuxun Williams explains how enthusiasts can take part in this growing trend

Environment

Grey whales are swimming by Vancouver Island right now on their seasonal migration to Alaska

The species has a long history with Indigenous peoples and settlers alike

Know Your Neighbour

Andy MacKinnon is committed to making you love the outdoors

by Kiley Verbowski
Mar 11, 2021

From education to understanding to conservation, Mackinnon's push for appreciation of the land starts at the grassroots

Know Your Neighbour

International puppetry star Ingrid Hansen delighting distanced Victorians

Epidermis Circus premiered last month in the backyard of Phillips Brewery for a drive-in audience