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My eight-year-old daughter doesn’t go anywhere without her books. They’re her safety net — her escape from the world. But this summer, when we camped at Kootenay Lake, her pile of books sat untouched.Read more
Wildsight is resuming efforts to obtain an emergency order for the endangered mountain holly fern, after learning last week that B.C. won’t require the proposed Record Ridge mine to undergo an environmental assessment.Read more
What I learned on the river
August 26
"I never anticipated having as much fun as I did," says Maya, a student from Revelstoke, reflecting on a two-week journey along the Columbia River.Read more
Birthing hope in caribou maternity pen
August 26
Just 25 years ago, nearly 250 southern mountain caribou roamed the central Selkirk Mountains of southern B.C. As of 2023, only 25 remained.Read more
When a coal mine closes, we’re told that reclamation will return the landscape to something close to what it once was. But new research from Alberta shows that even when fully reclaimed, pollution continues to flow.Read more
In late July, after almost 18 months of deliberating, the B.C. government decided to bypass an environmental assessment for a proposed new ski resort in the province’s spectacular…Read more
Upcoming events
Nature Trivia with Wildsight Revelstoke
Revelstoke
Thursday, September 4
Thursday, September 4
Join Wildsight Revelstoke for a fun evening of Nature-themed Trivia with local quizmaster Ben Jammin! Entrance is by donation, and we will have snacks and refreshments available to purchase… Read more
Repair Café at the Revelstoke Farmers Market
Revelstoke
June 7 - September 6
June 7 - September 6
Wildsight Revelstoke is hosting a Repair Café at our booth at the Revelstoke Farmers Market this summer, on the first Saturday of each month. Read more
Discover the Ecology of Cottonwood Island: Guided Nature Walk with Jim Smith
Creston Valley
Sunday, September 7
Sunday, September 7
Explore the incredible ecology of the Creston Valley on a fun and educational guided nature walk. Join us Sunday, September 7 from 9–11am for a walk led by retired… Read more
Saturday Bike Valet at Invermere Farmers Market
Invermere
June 14 - September 13
June 14 - September 13
This Summer - Saturdays only - from 9am to 1pm We're stoked to start offering a FREE bike valet service for all visitors to the Invermere Farmers Market. Read more
Nature Walk: Thompson Pack Trail
Creston Valley
Sunday, September 14
Sunday, September 14
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
Teach the Columbia Field Course
Regional
September 13 - September 15
September 13 - September 15
In an incredibly dynamic time for the Columbia River watershed, we would like to invite educators to join us for a three-day, two night adventure that immerses you in… Read more