Author: Wildsight

Wildsight Annual Report 2021

April 4, 2022 by Wildsight

Our race against the clock to halt and reverse the climate and biodiversity crises challenges us to be innovative — and for 35 years the Wildsight model has proven unique and effective. We are pleased to share our achievements and impacts of the last year made possible with your support.

Wildsight AGM 2022

March 31, 2022 by Wildsight

Did you miss our AGM? Or just wanting to feel inspired today? Watch the incredible work underway at Wildsight over the past year, including updates from our Conservation, Education and Youth Climate Corps teams, as well as all six branches…

Intricate stories and eye-opening experience: Columbia River Field School

March 29, 2022 by Wildsight

We are excited to offer Columbia River Field School once again this summer! Hear from alumni Gabriella Hurst on her experience in this immersive program: How traveling the Columbia opened my eyes to what is happening in my own backyard…

Columbia River Field School: Applications now open!

March 22, 2022 by Wildsight

The Columbia River Field School is an immersive learning experience for students ages 15-18. Over 15 days, students travel the Columbia River by canoe while exploring important aspects of the river’s story through lessons in geography, ecology, hydrology…

Go Wild! returns for 2022

March 8, 2022 by Wildsight

This summer brings back an engaging educational experience for teens that's been sidelined since COVID-19 hit. Go Wild! Is a six-day adventure and outdoor leadership program for youth. With loaded backpacks and two experienced, certified wilderness guides…

Winter wonder revealed

February 23, 2022 by Wildsight

What's better than being outside during recess on a school day? How about being outside during school time, getting to explore the wonders of winter alongside your class and a knowledgeable Wildsight educator? Across the Columbia Basin this season…

Conservation heroes wanted

February 9, 2022 by Wildsight

Call for Nominations: 2022 Ellen Zimmerman Award Do you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to protecting nature or environmental education in the Columbia Headwaters region? Nominate them for the 2022 Ellen Zimmerman Award and support their ongoing…

Act now: Save Radium’s Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep

February 5, 2022 by Wildsight

Over the past 20 years, more than 200 bighorn sheep have died on the highway at Radium on the edge of the Rocky Mountains. In January, seven sheep were killed on one deadly stretch of highway just outside Kootenay National Park.

Local youth find employment theory and practice through partnership

January 28, 2022 by Wildsight

A group of young adults in the West Kootenay have a few more job skills in their pockets thanks to a successful collaboration between Kootenay Career Development Society (KCDS) and Wildsight. Fresh from this successful venture, the two organizations are…

At the root of it all

November 30, 2021 by Wildsight

Update: Two dedicated wildlife champions have stepped up to match your donation for the wild, up to $14,000! That means your gift of $50 becomes $100 for wildlife, wild places, and clean water. https://player.vimeo.com/video/651775402…