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A path to protecting native pollinator species
September 10
Elk Root Conservation Society in the West Kootenay's Slocan Valley is creating a pollinator highway. Pollinator highways are tracts of land dedicated to supporting pollinators (bees, hummingbirds, bats and…Read more
What's up with the wasps?
September 2
Have you found yourself sheltering from wasps in the past few weeks? These insects can certainly disrupt our summer activities, however their bad reputation is not fully deserved.Read more
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…Read more
We’re living in a once-in-a-generation moment here in the Columbia River Basin. After 60 years, Canada and the U.S.Read more
We’re living in a once-in-a-generation moment here in the Columbia River Basin. After 60 years, Canada and the U.S.Read more
With fall around the corner and fresh incentives from the B.C. government, forestry companies will be starting to plan their post-wildfire salvage operations — with potentially dire consequences for species and ecosystems.Read more
Upcoming events
E-Transportation Show
Kimberley & Cranbrook, Invermere
Saturday, September 14
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 all your questions answered on… Read more
Seed Saving Workshop
Elk Valley
Saturday, September 14
Saturday, September 14
Garden tour and free hands-on seed saving workshop at the seed garden on Saturday, September 14 from 9–11 am. Read more
Field to Fork
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Tuesday, September 17
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. Read more
Kimberley Farmers' Market 2024
Kimberley & Cranbrook
June 20 - September 19
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! Read more
Big Trees Talk
Creston Valley
Thursday, September 19
Thursday, September 19
Join us for a talk about 'Big Trees of the Inland Temperate Forests of BC' with Terry Nelson. He will present a slide show of his most recent adventures finding… Read more
BC Rivers Day - come paddle with us
Sunday, September 22
Sunday September 22nd is BC Rivers Day… and also World Rivers Day! Joining the Lake Windermere Ambassadors and Columbia River Paddle, let’s celebrate with a group paddle down the… Read more