Author: Wildsight

Wildsight invites Columbia Basin residents to join educational field tours this fall

June 26, 2025 by Wildsight

This September, Wildsight is inviting Columbia Basin residents to camp, explore and learn with us along the Columbia River through two ‘Columbia River Conversations’ Field Tours designed around interactive learning. Participants will learn about the past, present and future of…

Thousands of hectares of old growth, caribou habitat under threat

June 25, 2025 by Wildsight

Wildsight, Stand.earth and Wilderness Committee are calling for urgent action as new research sounds the alarm on imminent danger to southernmost caribou from logging.

“It’s up to you”: A Ktunaxa perspective on water, memory and responsibility

June 17, 2025 by Wildsight

When he speaks, he draws from two worlds — ancient and immediate. A member of the Ktunaxa Nation's Akisqnuk Band, Faro Burgoyne stood before an audience interested in water conservation to share wisdom: this land remembers, and water listens.

Celebrating the life and legacy of Jim Galloway

June 11, 2025 by Wildsight

The Earth has lost a passionate advocate: Jim Galloway passed away in early June at the age of 91. A lifelong environmental advocate, Jim was an active member and volunteer of Wildsight for more than three decades.

Educator field course applications open

May 5, 2025 by Wildsight

In an incredibly dynamic time for the Columbia River watershed, we would like to invite educators to join us for a three-day, two night adventure that immerses you in the geography, history, ecology, hydrology, politics, economics and more of…

How many boats is too many for Lake Windermere?

April 16, 2025 by Wildsight

When you imagine a perfect summer day on Lake Windermere or Columbia Lake, you might picture sparkling water, sunshine, and boats cruising by. But beneath the surface — literally — these beloved lakes are feeling the strain of growing boating activity.