From the creek to the classroom
A lanky teen crouches beside a creek to collect a water sample in a vial from the creek's cool flow. He holds the sample up carefully next to a colour-coded chart to see how much Dissolved Oxygen is…
Wildsight news : Education
Moving kids from climate despair to hope
Where does the seed of hope come from? In the face of our global climate crisis, one teacher in a British Columbia classroom is facing climate concerns head on by bringing in an education program that counteracts despair with action…
Educator field course applications open
In an incredibly dynamic time for the Columbia River watershed, we would like to invite educators to join us for a three-day, two night adventure that immerses you in the geography, history, ecology, hydrology, politics, economics and more of…
Survivor: Animals in winter edition
Wildsight's Winter Wonder program invites students to explore the ecology, environment and educational experiences found in nature just steps from the classroom door. Students learn basic ecological principles that launch their journey to a lifetime of learning and love…
Teens can Go Wild! this summer
Six days backpacking the Kootenay backcountry. Learn to be a leader, connect to the landscape, and leave with a love of the mountains that will last a lifetime.
Apply now for the Columbia River Field School
An amazing summer field school for teens aged 15–18 (which also earns participants FOUR credits through a partnership with SD8) is now open for applications. Two weeks of fun, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
Inspiring changemakers with FutureMakers
Wildsight's own Dawn Deydey led a workshop on Tuesday, October 29 with the Outdoor Learning School & Store to officially launch our newest educational offering! FutureMakers is designed for grades 4–7 students, and empowers them to design a…
FutureMakers inspires students to build sustainable future
Wildsight's new environmental education program focused on sustainability and climate resilience is inspiring students to design the communities of tomorrow. By pairing examples of sustainable living with hands-on activities, FutureMakers shifts climate education away from eco-anxiety and…
From the redwoods to the Columbia: The lessons of a lifetime
I was a lousy student for most of my schooling: I procrastinated on homework, failed courses and was generally unmotivated to learn. That all changed after a field trip to California’s redwoods during spring break of Grade 11.
Journey through the Columbia: Youth learn, reflect, and connect with an ancient watershed
Alfred Joseph grew up in the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa, in the area of ?akisq’nuk, the area of the two lakes in what is now known as the Columbia Valley, British Columbia.