Learning from the land
"We're going to visit a grandmother on our walk today," Wildsight educator Genna Lazier tells students as they head down a winding path on a crisp autumn day. “Keep your eyes out for this very special guest!" And so…
Author: Lorene Keitch
Collective problems: collective solutions
When we launched the Youth Climate Corps (YCC) in 2020, we found Nelson, BC fertile soil in which to plant our first crew. This city is a leader in climate action, doing what is within its reach to create a…
Challenges, chainsaws and confronting the climate crisis
Today's youth are fully aware of the climate crisis, and want to be part of the solution. This is highlighted again and again in every climate report and at every climate event by those at the helm of our…
Teaching the Columbia
It was the last evening of our four-day, three-night adventure. Peaceful calm was in camp as chores were wrapping up, bellies full from dinner. Comfortable chatter from people that started as strangers, but were leaving as friends, could…
YCC at work in Kimberley Nature Park
Wildsight's Youth Climate Corps (YCC) Kimberley/Cranbrook crew is spending the last few weeks of their contract working in Kimberley's backyard jewel. At 840 hectares, the Kimberley Nature Park is B.C.'s largest municipal park, home to…
Mountain-top moments: Girls* on Ice
"I am a lot stronger than I thought I was. These 12 days are some of the best in my life, and the memories and teachings I gained will support me for years to come." - Kootenay Girls* on Ice participant…
Agroforestry: Food, forest, and fire
Agroforestry is a concept in land restoration that could pave the way for a more secure, sustainable future. That's the goal of a pilot project underway in the West Kootenay. Wildsight's Youth Climate Corps (YCC) is involved in…
Girls* on Ice Science Presentation
Ten young women returning from a science-wilderness expedition will share what they've learned at a public event Thursday, September 1st. The group began in Kokanee Creek Park August 22. After some time spent team-building and preparing, they…
On Top of the World: Go Wild!
It was the views that cinched the trip for Tanner Banman. The views, and the smell of rain mixed with pure mountain air that made Go Wild! an experience like no other.
Youth Climate Corps retrofit project helps local residents
A Nelson group home is a more comfortable, energy-efficient place to live thanks to a hardworking team of altruistic young adults. A partnership between Wildsight, FortisBC and Kootenay Society for Community Living (KSCL) led to the retrofit project on…