Community spirit shines during Earth Week clean-up events
Gloves on, bags in hand, and community spirit high, residents and businesses in Cranbrook and Kimberley rallied during Earth Week 2025.
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Educator field course applications open
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…
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.
How many boats is too many for Lake Windermere?
When you imagine a perfect summer day on Lake Windermere or Columbia Lake, you might picture sparkling water, sunshine, and boats cruising by. But beneath the surface — literally — these beloved lakes are feeling the strain of growing boating activity.
Plastic-free pond builds biodiversity and water security on West Kootenay farm
At the confluence of the West Kootenay's Slocan and Little Slocan rivers, there's a patch of land taking shape under the careful guidance of a conservation-minded organization. Elk Root Conservation Farm Society's (ERC) vision is to…
New mineral claim consultation framework brings opportunity and new challenges for nations
Last month, British Columbia unveiled a new framework that will guarantee First Nations are consulted about mineral claims on their land. It’s a big step forward in bringing B.C.’s antiquated mining laws into the 21st century
More than a trail: The ecological footprint of access
Resource roads offer easy access to B.C.'s backcountry — but at what cost to wildlife? We explore the ecological toll of roads and recreation, and how smarter management could help protect species like grizzlies and elk.
We’re hiring: Wildsight Revelstoke Outreach and Education Coordinator
Wildsight Revelstoke is seeking an Outreach and Education Coordinator for an 8-10 week role starting in May 2025. The coordinator will be responsible for organizing and running Wildsight Revelstoke’s environmental education program, including the Wild-In-Sight summer…
A call to the current: Why protecting water starts with us
Roughly 22,000 people recreated on a 7 km stretch of Columbia River between Columbia Lake and Fairmont Hot Springs in 2021 alone. In the 17 km stretch between Athalmer and Radium, the numbers were lower, but no less staggering…
We’re hiring: Get Wild! Camp Counsellor
Camp Counsellor - Get Wild! Summer Day Camp Position Description: Wildsight Golden is seeking a team-oriented, creative and energetic individual to fill this seasonal position as a camp counsellor for the GET WILD! Summer Camp.