What I learned on the river

"I never anticipated having as much fun as I did," says Maya, a student from Revelstoke, reflecting on a two-week journey along the Columbia River. "It was hard, but the support I gained from my peers really helped me through it." Maya was one of 16 teens who joined this summer's Columbia River Field School, a 15-day…

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Shape the future of our environment: Join Wildsight Golden’s Board of Directors!

February 25, 2025 by Wildsight Golden

Wildsight Golden has worked towards and delivered many key successes in maintaining biodiversity and a healthy community over the years, for example the inclusion of the old growth forest in the Cummins Valley in Hamber Provincial Park, and the motorized…

Teens can Go Wild! this summer

February 25, 2025 by Wildsight

Six days backpacking the Kootenay backcountry. Learn to be a leader, connect to the landscape, and leave with a love of the mountains that will last a lifetime.

Mountain goats in a dangerous time: Recreating respectfully this winter

February 24, 2025 by Siobhan Winters

With so many threats to their survival during winter, avoiding mountain goats while recreating in the backcountry is critical.

Do we really need coal to make steel?

February 20, 2025 by Lars Sander-Green

We can — and already do — make steel without using metallurgical coal. With the steelmaking industry accounting for more than 5% of global carbon emissions, it's time to wind down the metallurgical coal industry.

Overcut: The crisis facing B.C.’s forests and the possible futures before us

February 19, 2025 by Eddie Petryshen

The question we’re collectively faced with today is: do we allow business-as-usual to continue, or do we demand change? Depending on how we answer that question, we will arrive at one of two possible futures.

Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook — Our 2024 year in review

February 18, 2025 by Robyn Skare

Take a moment with us, and reflect on just how much our communities come together to support each other and our environment.

Have a say on the Elk-Kootenay water pollution study

February 13, 2025 by Casey Brennan

Members of the public are being asked to give input before Feb 17 into an independent study on the impacts of water pollution from Elk Valley coal mines.

Hiring: Local Store Manager – Elk Valley Branch

February 4, 2025 by Dawn Deydey

Position: Store Manager – Local Store Deadline to apply: Feb 24th, 2025 Compensation: $24-26/hour depending on experience Scope: 25-35 hours / week. Number of positions: One Start Date: February 2025 Location: Fernie, BC Length of contract: 1 year (Maternity…

Elk Valley mine named in report on Hyundai’s harmful steel supply chain

February 3, 2025 by Simon Wiebe

The Elk Valley’s Line Creek coal mine has been named in a new report exposing environmental impacts and human rights abuses occurring in Hyundai’s steel-making supply chain around the world.

Apply now for the Columbia River Field School

January 22, 2025 by Wildsight

An amazing summer field school for teens aged 15–18 (which also earns participants FOUR credits through a partnership with SD8) is now open for applications. Two weeks of fun, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

Upcoming events

Saturday Bike Valet at Invermere Farmers Market
Invermere
June 14 - September 13
This Summer - Saturdays only - from 9am to 1pm We're stoked to start offering a FREE bike valet service for all visitors to the Invermere…
Wildlife Friendly Fencing: Barbed Wire Removal Work Bee
Creston Valley
Saturday, September 13
Join us to remove derelict barbed wire to help protect wildlife! 📅 Date: Saturday, September 13th ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM 📍 Location: Behind King’s Church, Wynndel…
Nature Walk: Thompson Pack Trail
Creston Valley
Sunday, September 14
These walks are family friendly and will explore various trails and habitats in the Creston Valley.
Teach the Columbia Field Course
Regional
September 13 - September 15
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…
Harvest dinner
Elk Valley
Wednesday, September 17
Show off your 2025 garden feats at our free Harvest Dinner in the EcoGarden. Bring a dish to share for a potluck-style dinner with…

What I learned on the river

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