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We're hiring: Conservation Coordinator
November 4
Job Title: Conservation Coordinator Where: Anywhere in the East Kootenay region, based from your home office FTE or Hours: 0.6 FTE (22.5 hours/week) Starting: January 6, 2025…Read more
The churned-up dirt is dusted with autumn leaves and the air is heavy with the scent of decaying foliage as fall transitions to winter.Read more
Inspiring changemakers with FutureMakers
October 30
Wildsight's own Dawn Deydey led a workshop on Tuesday, October 29 with the Outdoor Learning School & Store to officially launch our newest educational offering! FutureMakers is designed for…Read more
The death of a collared grizzly and a grain spillage earlier earlier this year highlighted the threat that Elk Valley railway lines pose to grizzly bears and other wild animals—and the need for immediate solutions.Read more
I was a lousy student for most of my schooling: I procrastinated on homework, failed courses and was generally unmotivated to learn.Read more
At a time when B.C.’s forestry sector is struggling to attract young people, 30 year-old Castlegar resident Taylor Sand is an anomaly.Read more
Upcoming events
Local Colours 2024
Creston Valley
Friday, November 22
Friday, November 22
Join us for an exciting evening with Creston’s Outdoor Photography Show, where the beauty of nature comes to life through the lenses of talented local presenters. Read more
The Upper St. Mary's Valley: What's at stake
Kimberley & Cranbrook, Regional
Tuesday, November 26
Tuesday, November 26
Join us for an informal town hall gathering to learn about proposed logging in the Upper St. Mary's Valley. Also known locally as "The Forks", proposed potential logging plans… Read more
Sustainability Clothing Shu-Swap
Golden
Thursday, December 5
Thursday, December 5
Join us at Golden's Senior Centre for a fun and eco-friendly Clothing Swap event. Doors open at 7pm on December 5th. Read more
Forest and Nature School: Fall 2024 Programs
Kimberley & Cranbrook
September 6 - December 20
September 6 - December 20
Forest and Nature School offers regular and repeated access to nature across every season which allows children to become the magic themselves, showing us what an amazing teacher nature is herself. Read more
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour
Kimberley & Cranbrook
January 3 - January 4
January 3 - January 4
Get off the beaten path and explore the edge of believable with captivating stories from the 49th Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival. Read more