Thousands of hectares of old growth, caribou habitat under threat
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.
Author: Wildsight
“It’s up to you”: A Ktunaxa perspective on water, memory and responsibility
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
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
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?
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.
A call to the current: Why protecting water starts with us
Roughly 22,000 people recreated on a 7 km stretch of Columbia River between Columbia Lake and Fairmont Hot Springs in 2021 alone. In the 17 km stretch between Athalmer and Radium, the numbers were lower, but no less staggering…
Environment Canada misses another deadline to release long-delayed plan for endangered caribou
Continued lack of action comes after decade-long delay, while rate of logging increased in B.C. caribou ranges
Teens can Go Wild! this summer
Six days backpacking the Kootenay backcountry. Learn to be a leader, connect to the landscape, and leave with a love of the mountains that will last a lifetime.
Apply now for the Columbia River Field School
An amazing summer field school for teens aged 15–18 (which also earns participants FOUR credits through a partnership with SD8) is now open for applications. Two weeks of fun, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
We’re hiring: Conservation Coordinator
This job position is closed. Thank you for your interest. Job Title: Conservation Coordinator Where: Anywhere in the East Kootenay region, based from your home office FTE or Hours: 0.6 FTE (22.5 hours/week) Starting: January 6, 2025…