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Where mountains once stood
May 14
Historical and contemporary repeat photography from the Mountain Legacy Project reveals how half a century of mountaintop-removal coal mining has altered the geography of the Elk Valley. Read more
British Columbia’s mine cleanup policy is built on a simple principle: companies should pay to clean up the environmental damage they cause. But as mining projects expand and pollution risks grow, an important question remainRead more
Photo story: Life in a burned forest
April 30
At first glance, you might assume a burned forest is devoid of life. But a few minutes spent in one is all it takes to realize you are in fact witnessing the renewal of an ecosystem.Read more
Spring has arrived in Revelstoke, bringing sunny days, blooming crocuses, and the annual migration of Western Toads and Western Painted Turtles along Airport Way.Read more
A legacy of love
April 24
Marjan Patterson’s gift for the wild honours the legacy her parents left and continues the work they started more than 50 years ago.Read more
Join an evening of community conversation about our forests and watersheds next Wednesday, April 15th. Experts Dr. Garry Merkel and Dr. Younes Alila will join Wildsight conservation specialists Eddie Petryshen…Read more
Upcoming events
Columbia River Conversations: Duncan Reservoir tour
Regional
Saturday, May 16
Saturday, May 16
Columbia River Conversations is a series of immersive, one-day field tours exploring the river that shapes our region. Read more
Kimberley Farmers' Market Talks
Kimberley & Cranbrook
April 13 - May 19
April 13 - May 19
Join us for a casual, open conversation about the Farmers' Market season ahead! Kimberley Farmers' Market Coordinator Sparta Humphreys is hosting a series of Market Talks to share updates and… Read more
World Turtle Day
Revelstoke
Saturday, May 23
Saturday, May 23
Calling all nature and turtle enthusiasts! Come celebrate World Turtle Day in Revelstoke on Saturday May 23rd, with a turtle talk and community BioBlitz at Williamson Lake. Read more
Plant Swap & Sale
Elk Valley
Saturday, May 23
Saturday, May 23
Garden season is just around the corner, and we’re so excited to welcome you to our EcoGarden Plant Swap & Sale on Saturday May 23rd from 10AM-2PM. Read more
Fernie Community Yard Sale
Elk Valley
Saturday, May 30
Saturday, May 30
This year’s Community Yard Sale is taking place on Saturday, May 30th from 9:00am-1:00pm. Last year’s event took place in over 50 locations across Fernie… Read more
Beyond Organic: Old Blue Truck Farm Tour
Invermere
Saturday, May 30
Saturday, May 30
In nature, nothing is wasted. Period. Truly sustainable food production revolves around closed-loop systems utilizing inputs that are available all around us. Read more