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Columbia River Conversations

Columbia River Conversations

May 16
Join us for a journey into the heart of the Columbia River watershed alongside others who care deeply about our shared future. We will step into the landscape that shapes our future as we camp under the stars and learn from the land, and each other, through this experience. This September, we'll gather and explore along the Columbia River…

Upcoming Regional Events

Community invasive species removal Castlegar & Rossland

Regional
July 23 - July 25
Come remove invasive species in your community! Come for as little or as long as you like. Bring loppers and gloves if you have them, and be prepared to get dirty. Refreshments will be provided; we hope to see you…

Columbia River Field School

Regional
July 12 - July 26
The Columbia River Field School is a summer learning adventure for students aged 15-18. Participants will paddle key sections of the Canadian side of the Columbia River and camp along its riverbank, while learning about the watershed's past…

Go Wild!

Regional
July 27 - August 1
Go Wild! challenges youth through a six-day wilderness backpacking trip into the spectacular Kootenay backcountry. Go Wild! isn’t just a backpacking trip: it’s an education in backcountry camping and hiking that teaches students the wilderness skills needed…

Teach the Columbia Field Course

Regional
September 13 - September 15
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…

Columbia River Conversations

Regional
September 5 - September 29
Join us for a journey into the heart of the Columbia River watershed alongside others who care deeply about our shared future. We will step into the landscape that shapes our future as we camp under the stars and learn…

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    June 26
    This September, Wildsight is inviting Columbia Basin residents to camp, explore and learn with us along the Columbia River through two ‘Columbia River Conversations’ Field…
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