Author: Wildsight

Wildsight Education Coordinator wins prestigious award

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Wildsight's own Jill Jennings has been awarded an Environmental Education Award of Excellence from the Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network (CBEEN)! Jill was one of seven outstanding educators recognized for their efforts in educating students and the public on…

A journey beyond recycling

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One of our favourite education programs here at Wildsight is Beyond Recycling, a year-long learning journey that equips kids with the tools and knowledge to achieve positive environmental change in their own lives and their broader communities.

With gratitude and love, thanks to Baiba

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Long-time Wildsight volunteer Baiba Morrow has stepped down as president of the Invermere Wildsight branch after 14 years of service to the organization. And while she is still involved with several passion projects at the branch, we'd like…

YCC investigates waste and wants

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Waste not, want not, or so the old saying goes. In other words, if you use a resource sparingly, you won't find yourself in need. A similar sentiment can be applied to the world of waste management, where, when…

Connecting to the Columbia

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"This experience meant so much to me. I enjoyed so much learning from the land, guest speakers, and leaders and being able to make my own connections. I will remember how much I learned, all the new places I saw…

Immersed in the wild

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"I looked up from the ground and realized what an incredible place I was in. From a young age, I'd always thought the alpine was the coolest thing ever, and being so fully immersed in it … felt amazing."2023…

Snapshots of a season: YCC in action

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The 2023 season is in full swing for the Kimberley/Cranbrook Youth Climate Corps (YCC). The goal of YCC is to provide youth with the opportunity to take hands-on action to address the climate crisis and obtain entry-level…