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Thousands of hectares of B.C.’s Inland Temperate Rainforest are currently slated for logging, including over 600 hectares in the Seymour River watershed considered to be core habitat for the Columbia North herd.Read more
Last Friday marked National Indigenous People's Day, a part of Canada’s National Indigenous History Month. In the Columbia River Basin, salmon are a big part of the history…Read more
It's little more than a ski lift and a couple of runs, but the Salmo Ski Hill is a treasured local gem.Read more
While nature is valuable for nature's sake alone, we can also appreciate the valuable services nature provides to humans that allow us to thrive on this planet.Read more
The petition will require the federal government to answer questions about how it's protecting Canadian taxpayers and the environment as part of its review of Glencore’s takeover of coal mines in B.C.’s Elk Valley.Read more
A new batch of clearcut proposals in the Seymour River watershed threaten over 600 hectares of endangered woodland caribou habitat, old growth forests and remnant patches of our Inland Temperate Rainforest.Read more
Upcoming events
Nature Walk: Ka papa Cedars Trail
Creston Valley
Saturday, July 6
Saturday, July 6
These walks are family friendly and will explore various trails and habitats in the Creston Valley. Come out to learn about the ecology of the Creston Valley and have fun… Read more
Eco Park Weed Pull & BBQ
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Friday, July 12
Friday, July 12
We invite you to join us for a plant-based potluck to share dishes, recipes, and knowledge with members of the Kimberley Cranbrook community! Read more
Golden's 15th Annual Community Weed Pull Event
Golden
Saturday, July 13
Saturday, July 13
Summer is here, and it's time once again for our Annual Community Weed Pull Event! All members of the community and surrounding area are welcome to join us for… Read more
Columbia River Field School 2024
Regional
July 6 - July 20
July 6 - July 20
Registration for this program is now closed. Thank you for your interest. Youth aged 15–18 are invited to join the Columbia River Field School, a 15-day summer field… Read more
Kimberley Community Garden Work Bees
Kimberley & Cranbrook
July 5 - July 28
July 5 - July 28
Whether you're big or small, young or old, new to gardening or a veteran, we'd love to have you join us in the Kimberley Community Garden! Read more
Go Wild! 2024
Regional
August 5 - August 10
August 5 - August 10
Six days, five nights. Endless exploration. In Go Wild!, students learn to be leaders while connecting with the wild landscapes that define our Kootenay communities. Read more