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Do you know a woman who has made an outstanding contribution to protecting nature or environmental education in the Columbia Headwaters region? Nominate her for the 2026 Ellen Zimmerman Award and support her ongoing work and commitment to protecting nature and inspiring about nature through environmental education…

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Nominate a conservation champion

February 11, 2026 by Wildsight

Call for Artists: The Rare & The Ancient – Defending the ITR through Art

February 9, 2026 by Wildsight Golden

Wildsight Golden invites artists of all disciplines to take part in a collaborative, educational art display celebrating the Interior Temperate Rainforest (ITR) — one of the rarest ecosystems on Earth, and right here in our backyard.

From salmon to swallows: Wildsight Golden’s latest barrier mural

October 27, 2025 by Wildsight Golden

Wildsight Golden is thrilled to share the success of our latest community art project! Over a late September weekend, a team of enthusiastic volunteers gathered near the Dogtooth Bridge to paint beautiful swallow-themed murals on concrete barriers—adding a…

Wildsight Golden hosts UBC forestry professors to tackle local forestry challenges

September 5, 2025 by Wildsight Golden

Last week, Wildsight Golden welcomed professors from the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Forestry for a collaborative visit focused on the unique forest management challenges facing the Golden region. The visit, organized by Wildsight Golden board chair Mathew…

DIY Air Filter Workshop empowers Golden residents to breathe easier during wildfire season

July 25, 2025 by Wildsight Golden

Last summer, smoke was a regular part of our lives here in Golden. With wildfire seasons becoming longer and more severe across British Columbia, communities like ours are feeling the impact of prolonged exposure to smoke-filled air.

Cool summers, clean winters: Now’s the time to switch to a heat pump

July 8, 2025 by Wildsight Golden

As summer temperatures rise and winter heating bills loom just months ahead, now is the ideal time for Golden residents to consider replacing their old wood stoves with modern, energy-efficient heat pumps.

Recognizing a lifetime of stewardship: Dr. Suzanne Bayley

June 24, 2025 by Lorene Keitch

How would the world look if we honoured the champions of this Earth? Those that protect the landscapes we love and defend wildlife that can't speak for themselves? It's why we launched the Ellen Zimmerman Award.

Are your kids ready to GET WILD!? Spots still open for summer camp

June 23, 2025 by Wildsight Golden

Wildsight Golden is delighted to welcome Robyn, our new Camp Coordinator for this year’s GET WILD! summer day camp. She's eagerly awaiting the arrival of all the young adventurers to join camp this season.

From BC to Costa Rica: tracking the epic journey of at-risk swallows

June 17, 2025 by Wildsight Golden

Bank Swallows are a species at risk and have been facing one of the largest population declines for any species in Canada - an estimated 93-98% of the Canadian population has been lost in the last 40 years.

Shape the future of our environment: Join Wildsight Golden’s Board of Directors!

February 25, 2025 by Wildsight Golden

Wildsight Golden has worked towards and delivered many key successes in maintaining biodiversity and a healthy community over the years, for example the inclusion of the old growth forest in the Cummins Valley in Hamber Provincial Park, and the motorized…

Upcoming events

Climate Café Series 2026: Café #2 Green Buildings
Golden
Tuesday, February 24
The climate crisis is one of the most pervasive and impactful phenomenons happening in our society, affecting almost every aspect of our lives including the…
Seedy Saturday Kimberley
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Saturday, March 7
Whether you're a gardening pro or just starting to get your hands dirty, there is much to be shared, so join us for Seedy Saturday to plan for the upcoming growing season and to connect, exchange, and learn!
Forest and Nature School: Winter 2026 Programs
Kimberley & Cranbrook
January 9 - March 13
Using play-based, child-led, emergent curriculum, young explorers are offered time and space to build, play, and engage with one another.
Camp Odyssey Spring Camps
Kimberley & Cranbrook
March 18 - March 27
Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook is partnering with Spirit Rock Climbing Center for joint Pro-D Day camps in Kimberley, BC. The combo camp will have your kids climbing walls and trees in the same day!
Spring Bird Walks April 12th Duke Lake
Creston Valley
Sunday, April 12
April Bird Walks! 9:30–12:00 pm on Sunday, April 12 2026 Duck Lake (need to walk in) 9:30-12:00 pm on…

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