Wetlands: Our unsung water pollution-fighting heroes

In southwestern Alberta, one unassuming wetland downstream of an abandoned coal mine has been silently removing dangerous pollution for decades. Could it hold answers for British Columbia’s Elk Valley?

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We need the wild—and the wild needs us

July 29, 2020 by John Bergenske

Much has changed over the past few months. We’re all doing what we can to keep our families and our communities safe, even with so much fear and uncertainty. I hope you are finding time to recharge in the…

Invermere branch is hiring! Climate Change Resilience Coordinator – Intern

July 29, 2020 by Wildsight Invermere

Wildsight Invermere is hiring a Climate Change Resilience Coordinator Intern. To be eligible for this program the candidate must be 30 years of age or under and a recent graduate or student. If you are a independent, self motivated individual passionate about making a difference please apply!

What is a Green Map?

July 27, 2020 by Melissa Flint

Welcome to the first of a series of blogs about our Creston Valley Green Map project. What is a green map? Green Maps are used worldwide to highlight nature, culture and other values to create healthier communities.

Why isn’t Teck’s huge Castle coal mine getting a federal environmental assessment?

July 14, 2020 by Lars Sander-Green

Teck’s Castle coal mine expansion will take down a mountain in the BC Rockies over decades and will become Canada's largest coal mine by production. But under Canada’s environmental assessment rules, the mine apparently doesn’t qualify…

Wild Reads For Summer

July 13, 2020 by Jill Jennings

Summer is officially here and hopefully your days are filled with exploring and enjoying your local wild paradise. But when your hammock is summoning you for some respite, connect to the natural world with our list of recommended summer reads…

Reconnecting the Rockies

July 10, 2020 by Randal Macnair

If you drive enough on a provincial highway, it seems inevitable you will collide with an animal some day. It seems everyone has a story of a near-miss, or a collision, with wildlife while driving at high speeds.

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…

Upcoming events

Summer cleanups at Lake Enid
Invermere
June 18 - August 13
Beloved by many, Lake Enid is a beautiful spot for nature appreciation, camping and outdoor recreation. Over summer it can become over-used, and unfortunately…
Camp Odyssey
Kimberley & Cranbrook
July 7 - August 15
A nature-based day camp in Kimberley & Cranbrook, where kids spend their days exploring and playing outdoors in a safe, structured, and fun environment. We hike, garden, learn wilderness survival skills, craft, play games...
Youth Climate Corps presents resiliency programs of the RDCK
Regional
Tuesday, August 19
Come learn from the West Kootenay Youth Climate Corps (YCC) all about the RDCK's Resiliency programs. After weeks of training with RDCK staff, the…
GET WILD! Summer Day Camp 2025
Golden
July 7 - August 22
Get Wild’s mission is to inspire youth to connect with our community and nature through fun inclusive outdoor activities. Participants will learn about local ecosystems through play and exploration.
2025 Ebike Raffle and 50/50
Kimberley & Cranbrook
July 3 - August 28
Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrooks annual raffle is back. Now with a 50/50 draw as well! Enter online for your chance to win a sleek 2025 Norco Scene VLT e-bike or a growing cash prize.

Wetlands: Our unsung water pollution-fighting heroes

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