Ancient trails, new adventures

We stand on Coyote Plateau, high above the Rocky Mountain Trench. Our group of 12 teens from across the Columbia Basin survey the same sweeping landscape that has captivated people for countless generations. There's very little water in this section of the Top of the World Provincial Park. Springs and creeks siphon into the swiss-cheese limestone beneath our…

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Wildsight welcomes new board chair

June 23, 2026 by Lorene Keitch

After more than a decade as chair of Wildsight's Board of Directors, Brian Conrad is passing the torch to fellow board member Kelvin Saldern. Kel joined Wildsight's board in 2022, first serving as treasurer before stepping in as…

Conservation through the lens of lichens — an interview with lichenologist Toby Spribille

June 23, 2026 by Amelia Caddy

Toby Spribille was 18 years old when he first discovered a new-to-western-science species of lichen, and became hooked on lichenology. “I realized there was quite a bit of unrecognized species diversity among lichens,” says the now world…

Wildsight’s Graeme Lee Rowlands recognized for watershed education leadership

June 4, 2026 by Lorene Keitch

Last month, Wildsight's Graeme Lee Rowlands was recognized for his outstanding work in the field of environmental education with an Award of Excellence from the Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network (CBEEN). Graeme serves as Wildsight’s Director of Water…

Take action: Stop the rollback of Canada’s environmental laws

June 4, 2026 by Wildsight

The federal government is threatening to unravel Canada’s hard-won safety net of environmental protections to fast-track major projects like mines, ports and pipelines.

Goat River Water Monitoring 2025

June 2, 2026 by Melissa Flint

From 2022 to 2025 Wildsight Creston Valley has been monitoring the health of the Goat River by sampling benthic invertebrates. Benthic invertebrates are the bugs that live in the streambed. The community of bugs (species, number and diversity) are indicators…

The growing threat of aquatic invasive species in the Columbia Basin

May 28, 2026 by Siobhan Winters

What you can do as an individual to keep aquatic invasives from wreaking havoc on our fish, ecosystems, and water-based recreation here in the Columbia basin.

After the paddle: Dix urges field school alumni to speak up for the basin

May 22, 2026 by Lorene Keitch

Alumni from Wildsight's Columbia River Field School (CRFS) are uniquely positioned in discussions around the Columbia River and should use their voice to speak up on matters related to this region.

The Free Bike Valet is back in 2026!

May 21, 2026 by Wildsight Invermere

This Summer – Saturdays only – from 9am to 1pm Skip looking for a parking spot and ride your bike to the Invermere Farmers Market all summer long with Wildsight's free bike valet service.

Digging deeper: Wildsight Kim/Cran’s AGM & garden work party

May 20, 2026 by Trixie Pacis

On a warm spring evening last week, twenty community members gathered beneath the shade of the community garden gazebo for Wildsight Kimberley / Cranbrook's 2026 AGM and garden work party. With warmer weather finally arriving, the evening offered the perfect…

We’re Hiring: Nature Day Camp Assistant

May 19, 2026 by Trixie Pacis

Are you a nature enthusiast who loves working with kids? Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook is hiring a Camp Assistant for Camp Odyssey, a nature-based day camp that runs in Kimberley and Cranbrook. Candidates should have experience working with children and…

Upcoming events

Harvest dinner
Elk Valley
Tuesday, September 15
Show off your 2026 garden feats at the Harvest Potluck at the EcoGarden. Bring a dish to share for a potluck-style dinner with catered…
Fall Pre-loved Clothing Market 2026
Invermere
Thursday, September 17
Back by popular demand, the Fall Preloved Clothes Market is a place to keep textiles out of landfill and keep good quality items in circulation…
Kimberley Farmers' Market
Kimberley & Cranbrook
June 18 - September 17
Fresh food from local farmers and food producers, crafts from local artisans, live music, and delicious food are all served up in downtown Kimberley every week during the summer season!
Stillpoint Festival
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Saturday, September 19
Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook presents Stillpoint, a three-day festival and flagship Banff World Tour Summit Screening celebrating art, nature, and community in Kimberley, BC, from September 17-19, 2026.
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.

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