United for old growth
Join us at a rally for old growth on the provincial day of action, Sept 28th.
In Nelson at MLA Brittny Anderson's office or in Revelstoke.
Wildsight news : Conservation
New Conservation Director sets sights on protecting and connecting our shared home
There's no place like home. And for Casey Brennan, there's nothing better than working to protect this special place we call home. After more than a decade gaining valuable experience in both the private and the international ENGO…
The journey of a bank swallow
In late July, a fledgling bank swallow emerges from its burrow in a steep cliff alongside the Columbia Wetlands. Shortly after it first takes flight, likely within days or weeks, this young swallow will begin a journey that could take it as far south as Chile for the winter.
The future of forestry: Cheakamus Community Forest
The Cheakamus Community Forest sits on 330 square kilometres of forest surrounding Whistler, and operates under an ecosystem management-based approach. We met with executive director Heather Beresford to learn more about how forests such as these might shape the future of forestry.
How did the toad cross the road?
We’ve been out here long enough that the traffic has slowed to only a handful of cars. Carolyn zips up her coat; it's a bit cooler tonight after raining the past couple days.
What’s in Sparwood coal mine dust?
In Sparwood, dust from the nearby coal mine sometimes drifts over the town, coating everything in fine black powder and leaving some residents concerned about what they're breathing in. But what exactly is in that dust? The answer may…
Speak up to reduce the cut: Kootenay Lake logging review
If you fly over British Columbia, the most acute problem affecting our forests becomes alarmingly clear; it’s not just Fairy Creek, old growth logging or clearcutting, it's the astonishing rate of logging that is happening due to the…
One clearcut at a time
I’m standing at the edge of a clearcut where a towering ancient cedar and hemlock rainforest used to be. One giant cedar tree remains in the middle, a lonely monument holding the memories of creatures who used to call this place home. Only a year ago, this clearcut was a forest full of life.
EcoStewards students support caribou recovery efforts
Mountain caribou are struggling to survive. This endangered species is on the decline, with loss of their habitat hurting overall population numbers. Through Wildsight's EcoStewards program, students are learning about this special mountain animal — and taking action to support…
Wildsight Annual Report 2022
As I reflect on the impacts of the past year, I see the common threads of passion, commitment and tenacity that have woven through Wildsight since our humble beginning. Our success is possible only with your support – thank you to our donors, funders, supporters, members and partners – thank you for