Our Guides

Lee-Anne Walker – Lee-Anne owned and operated Fernie Nature Tours for 10 years before donating the company to Wildsight Elk Valley Branch. Local naturalist, environmental educator and environmental consultant, since 1983, Lee-Anne continues to lead visitors on wintery experiences exploring all topics from natural history, winter ecology and survival strategies to local conservation issues.

Ayla Bennett – With a BSc in Environmental Science, Ayla facilitates a unique experience bringing together environmental awareness and science.

Elk Valley News

Wildsight Elk Valley launches "Feed the Need" program: Supporting Fernie’s local food system

November 27, 2024

Wildsight Elk Valley introduces its new and improved Feed the Need campaign.Read More

Full Circle Food in the Elk Valley: Building a Sustainable Community through Local Food Systems

November 18, 2024

Wildsight Elk Valley’s food projects highlight the impact of a connected, community-focused network that nurtures sustainable agriculture and food security in our region…Read More

The grizzly fate of bears on Elk Valley rails

October 23, 2024

The death of a collared grizzly and a grain spillage earlier earlier this year highlighted the threat that Elk Valley railway lines pose to grizzly bears and other wild animals—and the need for immediate solutions.Read More

Upcoming Elk Valley events

Fernie Seedy Saturday 2025

Saturday, February 22

Fernie Seedy Saturday will showcase the world of seeds for gardeners, nature lovers and plant lovers!

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Our Elk Valley branch focus

Local Store

Community EcoGarden

Evergreens Farm

Join The Team

Want to protect wildlife, clean water and wild spaces? Volunteer with us! Wildsight volunteers are a very special group of people who give generously of their time to stuff envelopes, attend rallies, help run events, put up posters, keep tabs on forestry practices in their communities and participate in citizen science initiatives.

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