Journey through the Columbia: Youth learn, reflect, and connect with an ancient watershed

Alfred Joseph grew up in the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa, in the area of ?akisq’nuk, the area of the two lakes in what is now known as the Columbia Valley, British Columbia. He spent his childhood exploring the woods, playing and fishing by the beaver dams along Lake Windermere and catching trout for the family's weekly Friday…

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Reducing Food Waste. No Problem!

November 25, 2016 by Andrea Chapman

On the Thanksgiving weekend we were lucky to have an impressive turnout for the showing of Just Eat It at Centre 64. Following the film, those interested were invited to sign up for the Just Eat If Challenge and take…

Sixth Year Anniversary of the Qat’muk Declaration

November 18, 2016 by Lindsay Cuff

Ktunaxa ?amak?is - Six years ago, the Ktunaxa Nation made public their Qat’muk Declaration, affirming the spiritual, cultural and ecological values of Qat’muk and the Ktunaxa’s stewardship obligation to protect its lands and waters.

Fall Waterbird Survey Results Are In: Citizen scientists recorded over 51,000 birds!

November 17, 2016 by Lindsay Cuff

Due to the outstanding contribution of 79 volunteers, 51,261 birds were recorded over three survey dates during the fall Columbia Wetlands Waterbird Survey (CWWS)! The highest single day count was recorded on October 15th, 2016 when 20,784 birds…

Wildways: Corridors of Life Mini Tour!

November 15, 2016 by Lindsay Cuff

From grizzly bears in the Flathead Valley to lions in Tanzania the PBS documentary Wildways: Corridors of Life showcases the importance of wildlife corridors in the ever changing landscape of the 21st century.

Support Craft Beer and Protect the Places You Love

November 15, 2016 by Lindsay Cuff

Vote for Wildsight in Phillips Benefit Brew contest and help us get our own beer + $10,000 towards protecting the Jumbo Valley and other places you love! You can vote here everyday, once a day, until November 18th.

Know Your Neighbour: Rob Orchiston

November 10, 2016 by Kim Urbaniak

KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOUR: Rob Orchiston What is your link to Wildsight? I have followed in the periphery of Wildsight for several years, and supported the Jumbo Wild movement with my kids. Growing up on a farm New Zealand that bordered…

Mountain Dream: Mungo Tennant on Design, Jumbo and the Global Village

November 8, 2016 by Lindsay Cuff

Wildsight's Conservation Assitant, Eddie Petryshen interviews Mungo Tennant, the founder of Montesogno, an inspired apparel company that recently designed and donated a beautiful sweatshirt to the Jumbo Wild cause. Find out what inspired him to get involved.

Wildsight Elk Valley Awarded a “Happy Birthday Canada” 150th Celebration Garden

November 8, 2016 by Tanya Malcolm

Fernie, BC, - The Wildsight Community EcoGarden is the lucky recipient of one of a hundred and fifty, ‘150th Celebration Gardens’ being distributed across Canada – by the Canadian Garden Council in collaboration with Vesey’s Bulbs of PEI – in celebration of…

The Fight of a Lifetime: An Interview with Ellen Zimmerman

November 7, 2016 by Lindsay Cuff

Lindsay Cuff: You just had a major victory in your environmental career: the third and final part of a boating regulation meant to protect the Columbia River adjacent to the Columbia Wetlands was enacted.

Job Opportunity: Communications and Development Coordinator

November 3, 2016 by Lindsay Cuff

Communications and Development Coordinator (One year, half-time contract, with potential to renew) Start Date: Position begins January 3, 2017, with two to three training days in mid-December Hours: 20-24 hours a week, to be determined Salary: $22…

Upcoming events

Seed Saving Workshop
Elk Valley
Saturday, September 14
Garden tour and free hands-on seed saving workshop at the seed garden on Saturday, September 14 from 9–11 am.
E-Transportation Show
Kimberley & Cranbrook, Invermere
Saturday, September 14
All things electric - cars, trucks, bikes, scooters. All emission-free transportation. Join us on September 14 in Invermere and Sept 21 in Cranbrook to have…
Field to Fork
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Tuesday, September 17
Field to Fork is a celebratory event inspired by the 100-mile diet where everything, food, beverages, and music, comes from our community and the surrounding areas.
Big Trees Talk
Creston Valley
Thursday, September 19
Join us for a talk about 'Big Trees of the Inland Temperate Forests of BC' with Terry Nelson.
Kimberley Farmers' Market 2024
Kimberley & Cranbrook
June 20 - September 19
The Kimberley Farmers' Market will be serving up fresh produce from local farmers, crafts from local artisans, live music, and delicious food for you to enjoy each Thursday throughout the summer!

Journey through the Columbia: Youth learn, reflect, and connect with an ancient watershed

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