Programs
Wildsight works collaboratively to expand protection for the Purcell region, making sure that wildlife can freely and safely roam, water runs clean and clear from… Read More
Wildsight works to influence forestry planning and practices in our region so that both humans and nature can thrive.
Wildsight works actively with all of… Read More
Valuing world class wilderness, creating long-term balance.
Some of the best-known and most-cherished National and Provincial Parks are set in the Rocky… Read More
Take action to protect mountain caribou habitat today! Send a message to Environment Minister Catherine McKenna asking her to protect all critical mountain caribou habitat… Read More
Imagine a magical and majestic mountain setting with towering peaks, lush forests and pristine lakes teeming with fish. A place where ancient trees preside over… Read More
The Jumbo Valley, located deep in the wilds of British Columbia’s Purcell Mountains, has long been revered for its spiritual significance and beauty. To… Read More
“One of the most precious things on a world scale...is the Columbia River Wetlands.” Robert Bateman
The Columbia Wetlands are one of the world… Read More
It’s no secret that change and education go hand in hand. Our children are the future stewards of the planet. The goals of our… Read More
In Beyond Recycling, students embark on a rich 24-week investigation into the impact of their lifestyles—energy, waste and consumption—to discover how their… Read More
"Water is our most precious resource. Everyone in the Basin should know where their water comes from, where it goes after they use it, and… Read More
Introducing…ecosystems!
Classroom With Outdoors offers B.C.-curriculum-based outdoor education to promote healthy, hands-on learning through exciting and engaging activities. Our knowledgeable… Read More
Little people love winter!
What a great way to deepen the love primary students have for the outdoors. Winter Wonder programs are outdoor, winter ecology… Read More
EcoStewards offers an excellent opportunity to showcase how environmental education can effectively and successfully provide opportunities for 21st century learning, including inquiry, action and place… Read More
Every school year is a journey.
Nature through the Seasons anchors that journey to the magic of the changing seasons. The leaves turning to their… Read More
PADDLE & LEARN
History | Culture | Salmon | Environment | Energy
An immersive eleven-day canoe trip and exploration of Columbia River issues, the Columbia River Field School… Read More
The East Kootenays is home to many fruit trees. When the fruit is left to fall off the tree and rot, it attracts local wildlife… Read More
At the Community EcoGarden
Since 2003, the Community EcoGarden in Fernie, BC has provided gardening opportunities and community education through sustainable organic projects. Inspired by… Read More
Keeping Food Real aims to support the citizens and communities of the Elk Valley in growing their own food by providing online cold climate educational… Read More
When - Thursdays, 5-7:30 pm, June 21st - September 20th, 2018
Where - Downtown Kimberley, on Howard Street
Fresh food from local farmers… Read More
Kimberley's Open Gate Garden is an edible community garden based on sharing knowledge, ideas, tasks and food. There are no allotted plots and anyone… Read More
Discover the unique history of the East Kootenay on a relaxing snowshoe through a beautiful forest with gorgeous views, an invigorating hike to one of… Read More
Kokanee 101: An interview with Will Warnock
October 17, 2018
Last week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Will Warnock, Aquatic Biologist for the Ktunaxa Nation Council. I wanted to learn more about…Read More
Help take kids outside
October 3, 2018
Did you roam free in the woods behind your house as a kid? Was there a moment you felt connected and at peace in…Read More
The Union Of British Columbia Municipalities recently passed two resolutions at their Annual General Meeting calling on the provincial government to place stronger regulations on…Read More
What if I told you that one of North America’s oldest mammals, the southern mountain caribou, the round-hooved arboreal-lichen-eating ungulates who…Read More
Going wild
September 7, 2018
I look at my small sons spooning up cheerios across the kitchen table—milk dripping, long limbs and messy hair flying. I wonder, who will…Read More
Your water photos needed!
September 5, 2018
Every picture tells a story. Help us tell the story of clean, free-flowing rivers in the Kootenays and Columbia with your water photos. We…Read More