Why is Old Growth important?
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.
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Mining Restart in Nicholson; Sinova Responds to 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
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!
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
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
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
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
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…
Wildsight Golden Community Weed Program 2021
We are excited to announce that the 11th season of Wildsight's Community Invasive Plant Program (CIPP) has just begun. Through the CIPP, Wildsight Golden — with support from the Town of Golden and the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society — has…
AGOG presents Donna Mendes & Rachel Darvill: At-Risk Birds & their Columbia Wetlands Habitat
All text and poster came from Kicking Horse Culture and the Art Gallery of Golden. Used with permission. AGOG is proud to present a Mother & Daughter Exhibit featuring the paintings of Donna Mendes and the photography of Rachel Darvill…