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Alumni from Wildsight's Columbia River Field School (CRFS) are uniquely positioned in discussions around the Columbia River and should use their voice to speak up on matters related to…Read more
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
Upcoming events
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
BC Annual Bat Count: Golden Chapter
Golden
Wednesday, June 3
Wednesday, June 3
Do you love seeing the bats come out at night and want to contribute to citizen science? Come help count bats emerge from select buildings with the Kootenay Community Bat… Read more
Old-growth fun run — Revelstoke
Revelstoke, Regional
Saturday, June 6
Saturday, June 6
On June 6, join us for a 7-kilometre run through a spectacular old-growth stand and learn all about the Inland Temperate Rainforest on Revelstoke's doorstep. Read more
Fernie Garden Tour & EcoGarden Fundraiser
Elk Valley
Saturday, July 11
Saturday, July 11
Join us for a day of inspiration and exploration in unique Fernie gardens. ITINERARY 9AM tour of the Fernie Community EcoGarden 9:30AM - 12PM Explore designated display gardens at your… Read more
Columbia River Field School
Regional
July 4 - July 18
July 4 - July 18
Applications are now closed for the 2026 field school. Thank you for your interest! The Columbia River Field School is a summer learning adventure for students aged 15-18. Read more