Where hope takes root

Is it just me, or did we all breathe a collective sigh of relief when the leaves started to turn? The promise of fall brings cooler temperatures, shorter days and, hopefully, reduced wildfire risks. After yet another summer of drought, heat and fires, it feels good to catch our breath. The uncertainty we face these days is hard for anyone…

Wildsight news

A trip into the endangered ancient Foster rainforest

September 24, 2026 by Eddie Petryshen

There’s an image etched in my head: rain is falling in a light drizzle and the occasional thunderclap echoes in the distance as we walk through soaking wet ferns and avoid tall spiny Devil’s Club.

Bridging science and hope: How watershed monitoring can make a difference

September 22, 2026 by Simon Wiebe

A river monitoring study in BC's Flathead watershed is giving researchers an inside look into how natural and human-impacted landscapes change over time. Danie Frevola, a Research Scientist at the Flathead Lake Biological Station (FLBS), has spent three…

Where hope takes root

September 21, 2026 by Monica Nissen

Is it just me, or did we all breathe a collective sigh of relief when the leaves started to turn? The promise of fall brings cooler temperatures, shorter days and, hopefully, reduced wildfire risks.

Now hiring: Part-Time Retail Help – Local Store Fernie

September 11, 2026 by Elk Valley Branch

Position: Retail Coordinator – Local Store Deadline to apply: rolling Compensation: $18-22/hour Scope: Part-time – 7.5 - 15 hours/week Start Date: ASAP Location: In person, Fernie, BC Job Summary We are searching for a great addition to our…

Launch of the new “Late Bus” in the Columbia Valley

September 10, 2026 by Wildsight Invermere

What is the “Late Bus”? Wildsight Invermere has heard from the David Thompson Secondary School (DTSS) Climate Club that there is a need for transit that runs later in the evening to accommodate after-school activities, extracurriculars, and part-time…

An Important Update About the Stillpoint Festival

September 2, 2026 by Trixie Pacis

It is with deep regret that Wildsight Kimberley/Cranbrook has made the difficult decision to cancel the Stillpoint Summit Screening and mountaintop experiences originally planned for September 19, as well as the expanded Farmers’ Market and Kootenay Film Celebration planned…

Now hiring: SD20 Environmental Educator

August 26, 2026 by Jill Jennings

Are you passionate about teaching ecological literacy, nature connection, sustainability and environmental stewardship? Wildsight is seeking an educator to join our team and deliver the following programs: Winter Wonder, Classroom with Outdoors, Beyond Recycling and Watershed Matters in the Castlegar…

Upcoming events

Grab your paddle for BC Rivers Day
Invermere
Sunday, September 27
Rivers are the lifeblood of our country, and a worthy reason to get together on BC Rivers Day and paddle down the Columbia— one of…
Turtle Fence Removal Work Bee
Creston Valley
Tuesday, September 29
It is time to take down the Turtle Fencing for the season! We will host another removal Work Bee on September 29th at 10AM.
Raffle for the Wild 2026
Invermere
August 1 - September 30
Join our Online Raffle for the Wild and help protect the lakes, wetlands, and wildlife that make the Columbia Valley such a remarkable place.
Harvest Party 2026
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Saturday, October 3
This Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook event is a great chance to enjoy the garden, partake in a plethora of activities, and, most importantly, connect with others while enjoying the turning of the season.
Turtle Fence Removal work bee October 4th
Creston Valley
Sunday, October 4
It is time to take down the Turtle Fencing for the season! We will host a removal Work Bee on October 4th at 10AM.

Where hope takes root

Wildsight news

A trip into the endangered ancient Foster rainforest

Bridging science and hope: How watershed monitoring can make a difference

Where hope takes root

Now hiring: Part-Time Retail Help – Local Store Fernie

Launch of the new “Late Bus” in the Columbia Valley

An Important Update About the Stillpoint Festival

Now hiring: SD20 Environmental Educator

Ancient trails, new adventures

Two weeks on the river: a Columbia River Field School scrapbook

Sharing recreation trails with wildlife

Where hope takes root

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