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The world needs more Baiba
July 10
Surrounded by mementos of a life spent exploring the great wide world, and with sweeping views over the Columbia Wetlands outside her windows, Baiba Morrow was recognized recently for a…Read more
Wildsight is hiring a Communications and Engagement Lead to provide strategic leadership for the communications and engagement team. Applications due by July 24, 2026.Read more
Once upon a time, a wildfire whipped through a forest. Flames ate ferociously through the land as animals dashed away in fear.Read more
The Creston Community Forest is a local treasure. Spanning 21,000 hectares near the rural community of Creston, B.C, its network of trails makes it a popular recreation destination…Read more
The Southern Mountain Caribou of B.C.’s Columbia Mountains are in trouble. Their migration ranges are contracting by up to 25% a decade, and eight of 18 ‘deep-snow’ herds across the broader region are now functionally extinctRead more
After more than a decade as chair of Wildsight's Board of Directors, Brian Conrad is passing the torch to fellow board member Kelvin Saldern.Read more
Upcoming events
Pollinator Picnic: Creston Nectar Network
Creston Valley
Sunday, July 19
Sunday, July 19
We're getting excited for the Creston Nectar Network Pollinator Picnic! Join us on Sunday, July 19 from 9:30 AM–1:30 PM at Millennium Park for a fun… Read more
The Future of Reflection Lake: Community Open House & BioBlitz
Golden
Tuesday, August 4
Tuesday, August 4
Reflection Lake—one of the Columbia Wetlands’ most accessible and biologically rich sites—is facing a progressive ecological decline. The lake is becoming shallower, cattails are rapidly expanding, and organic… Read more
Get Wild! Summer Day Camp 2026
Golden
June 29 - August 21
June 29 - August 21
Camp Odyssey 2026
Kimberley & Cranbrook
July 6 - August 28
July 6 - August 28
Gear up for summer of adventures—Camp Odyssey is back! During this nature-based summer day camp, kids spend their days outdoors, hiking, exploring, gardening, learning wilderness survival skills, making… Read more
Kimberley Farmers' Market
Kimberley & Cranbrook
June 18 - September 17
June 18 - September 17
Fresh food from local farmers and food producers, crafts from local artisans, live music, and delicious food are all served up in downtown Kimberley every week during the summer season! Read more