Author: Wildsight Golden

Donna Mendes Art Calendars for Sale

September 28, 2021 by Wildsight Golden

Christmas is coming! I know it’s still months away, but we have a perfect gift for the Wildlife and Art lover in your life. The 2022 Donna Mendes art calendars are beautiful and the total proceeds of every calendar…

Wildsight Golden Recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, September 30, 2021

September 27, 2021 by Wildsight Golden

In 2015, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission made public its final report on the history and legacy of Canada’s residential school system. There were 94 Calls to Action. Call to Action #80 called upon the Federal Government to establish…

Why is Old Growth important?

September 20, 2021 by Wildsight Golden

Written by Kiana Froese I am sure that you have all heard about the Fairy Creek Blockade and the Revelstoke Blockade (Revylution) which are attempting to protect the old-growth forests from being logged.

Mining Restart in Nicholson; Sinova Responds to Wildsight Golden

September 8, 2021 by Wildsight Golden

Wildsight Golden had heard concerns from some local people about the restart of mining in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District near Nicholson, BC. A number of years ago, there was a previous plan and we wanted to address the concerns…

Raise the Roof for Barn Swallows

September 7, 2021 by Wildsight Golden

The Columbia wetlands, a globally-recognized natural treasure, plays host to all manner of aquatic and avian life, including bank and barn swallows. With two of seven types of swallows in Canada facing population declines in Canada, these life-sustaining…

Get Wild! Summer Day Camp is Over for 2021!

August 30, 2021 by Wildsight Golden

It is hard to believe it is that time of year already that people are getting ready for cooler temperatures, back to school, and it is the end of what was a really fun and exciting summer for Wildsight Golden…

Wildsight Golden Community Weed Project Final Report

August 23, 2021 by Wildsight Golden

Wildsight wrapped up the 2021 Community Invasive Plant Program (CIPP),which aimed to decrease invasive plant infestations while increasing public awareness about the environmental, social and economic impacts invasive plants can have on Golden.

Education: The First Step in Managing Invasive Plants

August 4, 2021 by Wildsight Golden

Education is the first step for managing invasive plants using non-toxic methods. Here is a helpful list of resources that can help you on your learning journey. Why Should You Care Care is what guides action.

Cheat Sheet for Dealing with Invasive Plants

July 8, 2021 by Wildsight Golden

Invasive plants do not belong in the compost. Please double bag all invasive plants and take them to the landfill for deep burial. As of 2018, all yard and garden waste are free to dispose of at any CSRD refusal…

Local Artist Dedicated to Helping More Kids Get Wild! this Summer

June 2, 2021 by Wildsight Golden

Wildsight’s vision for our community and landscape and the essence of local artist, Sabrina Curtis’ painting “Confluence” really resonate. For that reason, and in appreciation of the work Sabrina has witnessed Wildsight accomplish over the 20 years she has…