Thousands of kilometres home: Birds’ yearly migration to our region

Using only the stars and Earth’s electromagnetic fields to navigate, tens of thousands of birds are taking to the night sky to make their way to our region right now.

Wildsight news

Revelstoke turtles get fresh new nesting habitat to help prevent road deaths

November 21, 2023 by Jenna Schulhof

It all started with a turtle nesting on the driveway and now we’re trimming trees and pulling weeds. In late October, members of the newly formed Turtle Conservation Revelstoke (TCR) group organized a field day with Golden’s Youth…

Give children a climate of hope

November 21, 2023 by Wildsight

Education is the more important tool we have to turn the tide on climate change. Thank you for helping to give our youngest advocates the tools and knowledge they need to make a difference.

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…

Earth’s ecosystems and educational outings

November 17, 2023 by Wildsight

What do extraterrestrials, Earth's ecosystems, and an energetic educator have in common? Wildsight's Classroom with Outdoors program! Classroom with Outdoors encourages students to experience hands-on learning in the outdoors. Professional educators lead classes from Grades 4–7…

Wildsight supports new framework for biodiversity and ecosystem health

November 15, 2023 by Wildsight

Wildsight welcomes the BC government’s commitment to protecting biodiversity and ecosystem health and the creation of a law that would give overarching priority to biodiversity protection. The draft Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health Framework was released today.

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…

Upcoming events

Creston Valley Bird Festival
Creston Valley
May 9 - May 12
Celebrate the Spring Migration in the Creston Valley! Join us for the 2025 Bird Festival. Registration at: https://wildsight.ca/branches/creston-valley/birdfest/registration/
EcoGarden Plant Swap & Sale
Elk Valley
May 17 - May 18
Garden season is just around the corner, and we’re so excited to welcome you to our EcoGarden Plant Swap & Sale on May 17th…
Claws, paws, & jaws: Resources for teaching about wildlife
Regional
Tuesday, May 20
Join Wildsight educators Dave Quinn & Jill Jennings for an exciting, hands-on workshop that brings the fascinating world of carnivores and omnivores to life…
Community Yard Sale 2025
Elk Valley
Saturday, May 24
Join us for Fernie's biggest yard sale of the year, on Saturday, May 24 2025 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm!
Backyard Farmers Spring Social & Info
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Thursday, May 29
An information session for the Backyard Farmers Program and a chance to meet with other garden enthusiasts.

Thousands of kilometres home: Birds’ yearly migration to our region

Wildsight news

Revelstoke turtles get fresh new nesting habitat to help prevent road deaths

Give children a climate of hope

Exploring truth and reconciliation through salmon on the Columbia

Earth’s ecosystems and educational outings

Wildsight supports new framework for biodiversity and ecosystem health

Wildsight Education Coordinator wins prestigious award

Sustainable solutions for leftover pumpkins after Halloween

Doing business better

Completion of feasibility study

Wildsight welcomes $300 million for conservation in B.C.

Thousands of kilometres home: Birds’ yearly migration to our region

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