From BC to Costa Rica: tracking the epic journey of at-risk swallows

Bank Swallows are a species at risk and have been facing one of the largest population declines for any species in Canada - an estimated 93-98% of the Canadian population has been lost in the last 40 years. The Upper Columbia Swallow Habitat Enhancement Project (UCSHEP) is a multi-faceted, multi-year swallow conservation project that takes place in the…

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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…

Sustainable solutions for leftover pumpkins after Halloween

November 4, 2023 by meganmacphee

This year, let's adopt responsible practices for dealing with leftover pumpkins. Whether it's repurposing them for human or animal consumption, or donating to those in need, there are numerous sustainable alternatives.

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.

Completion of feasibility study

October 31, 2023 by Wildsight Golden

Over the last 6 months, Wildsight Golden has conducted a feasibility study to understand if a wellness trail would be beneficial to the people and businesses of Golden and Area A.

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

October 27, 2023 by Wildsight

[Kukamaʔnam/Kimberley] — Thursday, October 26, Premier David Eby unveiled a new $300 million Conservation Financing Mechanism that will help progress British Columbia’s mandate to protect 30% of its land and water by 2030 (30x30).

Laws of the land

October 26, 2023 by Simon Wiebe

In late September, British Columbia's Supreme Court gave the province 18 months to update its Mineral Tenure Act. The decision has significant implications for both reconciliation and environmental protections in the province.

Giving kids a climate of hope

October 26, 2023 by Jill Jennings

This year, we've had to cut the number of education programs we offer, meaning we'll only be able to support about half as many kids. Our education coordinator, Jill Jennings, reflects on the importance of environmental education for facing the climate crisis to come.

Upcoming events

Sinclair Creek Weed Pull
Invermere
Thursday, June 26
Led by the fun and knowledgeable weed-busting folk from East Kootenay Invasive Species Council, we’ll head out on Sinclair Creek trail in Radium…
Webinar: Old Growth Logging and the impacts on Caribou in the Revelstoke area
Monday, July 14
The recently released analysis on Old Growth Logging in Endangered Caribou Habitat demonstrates the imminent danger faced by BC caribou due to logging pressures.
Let's go hiking - with kids!
Invermere
Sunday, July 20
Did you enjoy hiking pre-kids and now wish to continue with kids, but aren’t sure where or how to start? We're running…
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…
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…

From BC to Costa Rica: tracking the epic journey of at-risk swallows

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