Thousands of kilometres home: Birds’ yearly migration to our region
Using only the stars and Earth’s electromagnetic fields to navigate, tens of thousands of birds are taking to the night sky to make their way to our region right now.
Wildsight news : Conservation
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.
New mineral claim consultation framework brings opportunity and new challenges for nations
Last month, British Columbia unveiled a new framework that will guarantee First Nations are consulted about mineral claims on their land. It’s a big step forward in bringing B.C.’s antiquated mining laws into the 21st century
More than a trail: The ecological footprint of access
Resource roads offer easy access to B.C.'s backcountry — but at what cost to wildlife? We explore the ecological toll of roads and recreation, and how smarter management could help protect species like grizzlies and elk.
Columbia River Treaty leaders urge patience and resolve
This Tuesday, Adrian Dix, Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions and Minister responsible for the Columbia River Treaty, hosted a virtual information session on the status of the Columbia River Treaty after the U.S.
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
Keeping the Flow: Watershed Sustainability with Jim Smith
Keeping the Flow: Join Us in Shaping the Future of Creston Valley's Water!
Send a letter: Get southern mountain caribou the protection they need
In the last 20 years, over 310,000 hectares of deep-snow caribou habitat have been logged in B.C, destroying many of the old and mature forests that are essential to the survival of southern mountain caribou herds.
Mountain goats in a dangerous time: Recreating respectfully this winter
With so many threats to their survival during winter, avoiding mountain goats while recreating in the backcountry is critical.
Overcut: The crisis facing B.C.’s forests and the possible futures before us
The question we’re collectively faced with today is: do we allow business-as-usual to continue, or do we demand change? Depending on how we answer that question, we will arrive at one of two possible futures.