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 have the Little Slocan River watershed, Slocan Valley, and beyond teeming with fish, the land abundant with wildlife and healthy…

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Reduce Reuse Recycle – Out in the Wild

July 8, 2020 by Wildsight Golden

A lot of waste is generated camping and picnicking. Through this series, there have been a lot of “at home” hints, but often when we go outdoors to eat or send our children with lunches and snacks, we generate a…

Tell BC we need a sustainable recovery

July 8, 2020 by Jessica Fong

The BC government is preparing a plan to reactivate the economy and they want to hear from you. They are setting priorities for improving the healthcare system, restoring and creating jobs, supporting Indigenous peoples and enhancing quality of life for…

Sustainable Recovery: Is it really possible?

July 7, 2020 by Jessica Fong

Thousands of Canadians have raised their voices to demand an economic recovery that builds a more sustainable future. This pandemic has highlighted the strong connections between health, climate, biodiversity and social equality, and people are realizing that building back better…

Watch now: Old growth logging in Golden’s Blaeberry Wilderness

July 6, 2020 by Wildsight Golden

Wildsight Golden is supporting the release of a new short film that celebrates the beauty and biodiversity of the headwaters of the Blaeberry River, while offering a reminder of what we stand to lose under current forestry practices in BC…

Reduce Reuse Recycle – Covid 19

June 25, 2020 by Wildsight Golden

As this series continues to be published in the paper, a number of people have provided Wildsight Golden with feedback that what we are advocating cannot be done during a global pandemic.

Speak up: Castle mine needs a federal environmental assessment

June 24, 2020 by Lars Sander-Green

Teck’s proposed Castle mine, which will produce more coal than any other mine in the country, won’t have a federal environmental assessment—unless the people demand one.

Protect BC’s Ancient Forests

June 24, 2020 by Eddie Petryshen

Old growth forests in BC are being systematically eliminated through industrial forestry and bad government policy. Present government policy is allowing for the destruction of what little old growth forest remains in British Columbia – if this continues, old growth forests…

Engaging locally to build a better future

June 21, 2020 by Jessica Fong

Our province’s economy has restarted and the government is making decisions on how best to invest their $1.5 billion Economic Recovery Fund. Many organizations and individuals are actively engaged in promoting an economic recovery that addresses pressing social…

Building safe passage for critters and cars

June 18, 2020 by Randal Macnair

One doesn’t have to drive Kootenay roads for long to know we have an issue with wildlife collisions on our highways. Animal carcasses at the side of the road are commonplace and a telltale smear of blood on the…

Turning a sour situation into sweet online learning

June 16, 2020 by Wildsight

A barrel of lemons landed on our education team’s heads when coronavirus kicked traditional education to the curb. How to deliver education programming when schools were closed and social distancing was in place? We rolled up our sleeves and…

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Turtle Tales
Thursday, May 1
Join Turtle Conservation Revelstoke for an evening dedicated to Western Painted Turtles! With presentations from local biologists and conservationists, learn about local conservation efforts and…
Kimberley Cranbrook AGM
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Tuesday, May 6
Join us on Tuesday, May 6th for a stellar evening of inspiration and connection! The evening will commence with Cosmic Odyssey: From Stardust to Life…
Migratory Bird Day Birding Breakfast 2025
Golden
Saturday, May 10
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Creston Valley Bird Festival
Creston Valley
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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…

Plastic-free pond builds biodiversity and water security on West Kootenay farm

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