Shaping water stewardship in Canada

Studies show that a popular East Kootenay lake now has more disturbed shoreline than natural — a situation not seen in any other surveyed lakes in British Columbia's (BC) Columbia Basin. The national nonprofit organization Living Lakes Canada (Living Lakes) commissioned a Foreshore Integrated Management Planning (FIMP) study of Lake Windermere, a beautiful recreational lake tucked between the Rocky and…

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Take action: Record Ridge mine needs an environmental assessment

May 14, 2024 by Simon Wiebe

From May 15 to June 14, the public can have a say about Wildsight’s request for an environmental assessment on the proposed Record Ridge industrial mineral mine, near Rossland, B.C.

What’s happening to elk in the Columbia Valley?

May 14, 2024 by Amelia Caddy

Born and raised in Golden, Brian Gustafson grew up hunting with his dad, mountain biking, kayaking and playing hockey. During winter drives to Invermere for hockey games, he remembers seeing herds of hundreds of Elk.

2024 Co-Community Cleanup a Huge Success!

May 9, 2024 by Andrea Chapman

This year’s Co-Community Cleanup was a big hit in Cranbrook and Kimberley, with over 140 people descending on public land and green spaces on Saturday, April 20. A strong community culture is developed by many hands, and we truly can’t do it without all of you!

Dr Rachel Holt on wildfires and old growth: fact vs fiction

May 8, 2024 by Amelia Caddy

In this presentation to the Columbia Shuswap Regional Distract (CSRD), ecologist Dr Rachel Holt addresses misinformation about the relationship between wildfires and old growth forests in British Columbia.

Golden kids getting ready to Get Wild!

May 2, 2024 by Wildsight Golden

Wildsight Golden has been hosting the GET WILD! summer environmental education camp for the children and youth of Golden and area for 10 years now. Participants learn about local ecosystems through play and exploration.

In a time of drought, a modernized Columbia River Treaty offers hope

April 23, 2024 by Graeme Lee Rowlands

It’s official: B.C’s annual April snow survey confirms this winter is leaving our province with its lowest snowpack on record at just 63% of normal. Last year’s snowpack was significantly higher at 88%, but even that…

Help make sure these polluters pay

April 16, 2024 by Casey Brennan

We’re fighting to ensure Teck and Glencore are held to account for the environmental damage caused by the Elk Valley coal mines. Your gift will support our work pressuring politicians to make these polluters pay, so our wild waters are kept cleaner for future generations.

Camp Counsellor needed for Get Wild Camp – is it you?

April 16, 2024 by Wildsight Golden

Job Posting: Get Wild Camp Counsellor - NO longer accepting applications Get Wild Summer Day Camp Position Description: The GET WILD! Summer day camp provides and environment and outdoor education program for children from ages 6-10.

Get ready to Get Wild – Coordinator needed

April 16, 2024 by Wildsight Golden

Job Posting: Summer Environmental Education Coordinator No longer accepting applicaitons Get Wild Summer Day Camp Position Description: Wildsight Golden is looking for a highly motivated and organized individual to act as a coordinator for the GET WILD! Summer Camp.

Callout for Volunteers 2024 Season

April 15, 2024 by Wildsight Golden

It’s that time of year again. Spring has sprung and the birds are on the move. Tree Swallows have already arrived in the Columbia Valley! This is the fourth year of the five-year Upper Columbia Swallow Habitat Enhancement…

Upcoming events

A Journey into the world of spiders
Golden
Saturday, October 11
Naturalist Bryan Kelly-McArthur will be holding a presentation on the wonderful world of spiders! Come and join Wildsight Golden at the Golden Branch of…
Wildsight Golden Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Golden
Friday, October 17
Join us for an evening of inspiring films, community connection, and a celebration of the people and places working to protect our planet.
Climbing and Forest Play Pro-D Day Camp
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Friday, October 24
Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook is partnering with Spirit Rock Climbing Center again for joint Pro-D Day camps this school year in Kimberley, BC. The combo camp will have your kids climbing walls and trees in the same day!
12th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival in Invermere
Invermere
Saturday, November 15
One BIG night of 10 films, food/drink, draw prizes, and friends (that’s you!). This is Wildsight Invermere’s awesome fundraiser. Don't miss the live silent auction and online raffle with 3 great outdoor adventures as prizes.
Wild & Scenic Film Festival ONLINE!
November 15 - November 21
Support Wildsight Invermere's 12th annual fundraiser from afar! Get online access to all ten films in our Wild & Scenic Film Festival program, to…

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