Indigenous leadership, salmon, and the benefits to us all

Last Friday marked National Indigenous People's Day, a part of Canada’s National Indigenous History Month. In the Columbia River Basin, salmon are a big part of the history of Indigenous peoples. Thanks to the leadership of Indigenous Nations and Tribes, they could become a big part of this region’s future – for everyone that lives here today.

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Now hiring: Wildsight YCC West Kootenay

January 23, 2024 by Wildsight

Hiring is open CLOSED for the 2024 Wildsight Youth Climate Corps West Kootenay. Than you for your interest. Follow along this season on our Instagram account. Position: Climate Action Technician Contract Dates: May 6 - August 23, 2024 (with the potential…

Hiring Local Retail Coordinators – Elk Valley Branch

January 10, 2024 by Dawn Deydey

Position: Retail Coordinators – Local Store Deadline to apply: January 22nd, 2024 Compensation: $18-21/hour Scope: Part-time. Flexible. 8-20 hours/week Number of positions: Two Start Date: February 2023 Location: Fernie, BC NOTE: YOU MUST CURRENTLY LIVE IN…

The space grizzlies need

December 7, 2023 by Robyn Duncan

In the Rocky and Columbia Mountains, we are lucky to still have enough wild, connected spaces to support grizzly bears and other large animals. But unless people like you and I defend them, they too will be lost.

This unlucky fern’s love of magnesium-rich soil could be its downfall

November 30, 2023 by Simon Wiebe

On Record Ridge near the town of Rossland, British Columbia, the perfect conditions exist for a very particular plant called the mountain holly fern to grow. This fern grows in just two isolated areas in B.C., and is listed…

Come and Join the Tradition! Join Golden’s 33rd Annual Christmas Bird Count

November 30, 2023 by Wildsight Golden

Submitted by Christmas Bird Count volunteers Do you enjoy watching our winter birds? If so, you should participate in this year’s Christmas Bird Count which will be held Saturday, December 30th. This fun community science project, provides us with…

Hiring Branch Administrator – Elk Valley Branch

November 29, 2023 by Kaitlyn

Position: Branch Administrator - Wildsight Elk Valley Branch Deadline to apply: December 5th, 2023 Compensation: $20-22/hour Scope: Part-time – 8 hours/week Target Start Date: December 2023 Duration: 1 year contract with possibility to renew Location: Fernie, BC NOTE…

Nature agreement is a step in right direction

November 23, 2023 by Robyn Duncan

It’s been an exciting month for nature in British Columbia, with major conservation news that we hope will go a long way to protecting clean water, connected landscapes and safeguarding healthy wildlife populations.

Exploring truth and reconciliation through salmon on the Columbia

November 20, 2023 by Monica Nissen

Along the banks of the Arrow Lakes Reservoir, on a lake that is not a lake, we gathered with a group of educators to explore themes of water, renewal, and how to teach a generation of students to respect this…

Wildsight Education Coordinator wins prestigious award

November 9, 2023 by Wildsight

Wildsight's own Jill Jennings has been awarded an Environmental Education Award of Excellence from the Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network (CBEEN)! Jill was one of seven outstanding educators recognized for their efforts in educating students and the public on…

Doing business better

November 2, 2023 by Amelia Caddy

Is there such a thing as a ‘low-impact’ ski lodge? Valhalla Mountain Touring owner Jasmin Caton is doing her best to make it a reality.

Upcoming events

Nature Walk: Ka papa Cedars Trail
Creston Valley
Saturday, July 6
These walks are family friendly and will explore various trails and habitats in the Creston Valley.
Eco Park Weed Pull & BBQ
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Friday, July 12
We invite you to join us for a plant-based potluck to share dishes, recipes, and knowledge with members of the Kimberley Cranbrook community!
Golden's 15th Annual Community Weed Pull Event
Golden
Saturday, July 13
Summer is here, and it's time once again for our Annual Community Weed Pull Event! All members of the community and surrounding area are…
Kimberley Community Garden Work Bees
Kimberley & Cranbrook
July 5 - July 28
Whether you're big or small, young or old, new to gardening or a veteran, we'd love to have you join us in the Kimberley Community Garden!
Go Wild! 2024
Regional
August 5 - August 10
Six days, five nights. Endless exploration. In Go Wild!, students learn to be leaders while connecting with the wild landscapes that define our Kootenay communities.

Indigenous leadership, salmon, and the benefits to us all

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