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Arrow Lakes Environment Stewardship Society

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8, SD10
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Nature Appreciation, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To work collaboratively with the community and all stakeholders to monitor and enhance our environment Read More

Box Lake model:
Physical model of the Box Lake wetland More Info

Field Trips:
work with True North Forestry and school. More Info

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Avalanche Awareness Beyond the Boundary Society

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Regional Districts:	RDCK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD8, SD20
Activities:	Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Youth

To raise awareness and educate youth in decisions making about backcountry travel and avalanche safety by providing age appropriate courses in the West Kootenay region. Read More

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Avalanche Canada

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Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Presentations, Events, Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Youth, Adults

To minimize public risk in avalanche terrain by providing leadership, development, communication, coordination and delivery of public avalanche safety education, warnings, products, and services. Read More

Avalanche Canada's Youth Programs:
Age-appropriate avalanche and snow safety presentations More Info

Backcountry Avalanche Workshops:
Pre-season primers for backcountry safety More Info

Avalanche Awareness Days:
Community-led events that focus on local backcountry safety More Info

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BC Interior Forestry Museum & Discovery Centre

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Regional Districts:	CSRD
School Districts:	SD19
Activities:	Presentations, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To record, preserve, restore and display artifacts and collections of historical, archaeological, artistic, educational, and scientific material as it pertains to the forestry industry in the interior of the province of BC, the museum operates as a non-profit society and encourages historical research to stimulate public interest in the history of forestry. Read More

Youth Forestry Engagement Program: Grades4-6 Grades 8-12
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BC Parks – Kootenay Section

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Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Citizen Science, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To protect representative and special natural places within the province's Protected Areas System for world-class conservation, outdoor recreation, education and scientific study. Read More

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Boundary Naturalists

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Regional Districts:	RDKB
School Districts:	SD51
Activities:	Field Studies

Perfect for: Adults

To work to preserve and promote this special place. Read More

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Castlegar & District Wildlife Association

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8, SD20
Activities:	Events, Nature Appreciation, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Youth, Adults, Families

To protect, enhance and promote the wise use of the environment for the benefit of present and future generations. Read More

Work and Learn:
Hands on activities for students including trail building, planting, nature investigations, outdoor skills. More Info

Wild Kidz camp:
week-long outdoor skills day camp More Info

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Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS)

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Regional Districts:	RDCK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD8, SD10, SD20
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

Our Mission To protect ecosystems and communities by preventing and reducing the harmful impacts of invasive species. Read More

Various Teaching Resources:
Many resources available that fit well into the BC Curriculum to help youth be aware of invasive species and their impact on biodiversity. More Info

Youth Pulling Together Program-Field Trips and guest speakers:
CKISS offers FREE field trips to interested schools and classes. Students uses hand tools to remove an invasive plant infestation in their community. More Info

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Circle of Indigenous Nations Society (COINS)

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Regional Districts:	RDCK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD8, SD10, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Pre-K, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

Providing cultural support and counseling services to people in the West Kootenay and Boundary region. Read More

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Clear Sky Meditation and Study Centre

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5, SD6
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Events, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults

To ensure sustainability in all four of our bottom lines - financial, social, spiritual and environmental. The environment features strongly in Clear Sky's approach. Read More

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College of the Rockies (COTR)

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Regional Districts:	RDCK, RDEK
School Districts:	SD5, SD6
Activities:	Presentations, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Youth, Adults

To transform lives and enrich communities through the power of education in order to create and deliver the most personal student experience in Canada. Read More

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Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network (CBEEN)

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Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Events, Nature Appreciation, Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Post-secondary, Adults

Encouraging environmental stewardship and sustainability in the Canadian Columbia Basin by supporting educators. Read More

Wild Voices for Kids:
Wild Voices for Kids is a curriculum-linked environmental education program engaging local experts in the education of K-12 students on the land, history and culture of the Columbia Basin region. More Info

Workshops & Events:
CBEEN offers a variety of professional development workshops, webinars, events and conferences to support educators in developing their knowledge and skills. More Info

Resources:
We offer a wide range of resources for educators of all types. More Info

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Columbia Basin Local Chapters of the Environmental Educators Provincial Specialist Association (EEPSA)

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Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Events, Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults

EEPSA Local Chapters are teacher-driven organizations that help local teachers come together to collaborate, network and engage in professional development. Read More

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Columbia Basin Trust (CBT)

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Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20
Activities:	Presentations, Events, Resources

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults

To support efforts by the people of the Basin to create a legacy of social, economic and environmental well-being and to achieve greater self-sufficiency for present and future generations. Read More

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Columbia Basin Watershed Network (CBWN)

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Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20
Activities:	Presentations, Events, Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Adults

To support a water stewardship ethic by sharing knowledge, building skills and facilitating community action in order for communities across the Columbia Basin to be actively engaged in conserving and managing healthy, functioning watersheds. Read More

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Columbia Lake Stewardship Society (CLSS)

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD6
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Youth, Adults, Families

The Columbia Lake Stewardship Society (CLSS) mission is to act as stewards in preserving the ecological health of Columbia Lake. Our vision is that by conducting water quality measurements, recording data, and circulating information and reports, we will engage others in our mission to preserve Columbia Lake’s pristine water and natural environment. Read More

Columbia Lake Watershed Education Tour:
Learn about the hydrological cycle, stewardship of the watershed and various water users and their impact on the watershed. More Info

Columbia Lake Tours:
Learn about respecting sensitive shorelines, waterfowl and plants. More Info

Canal Flats Displays at boar launch:
Reinforce clean,drain,dry, discuss sensitive shorelines and speed limits in WMA More Info

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Columbia Mountains Institute of Applied Ecology (CMI)

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Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Presentations, Events, Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Adults

To improve ecological management by increasing and sharing knowledge about the ecosystems of the Columbia Mountains and nearby regions. Read More

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Columbia Outdoor School

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Post-secondary, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To educate youth and adults to broaden perspectives, develop science literacy and foster appreciation for engaged citizenship. We accomplish this mission through fun, meaningful and collaborative learning experiences in the natural environment that incorporate biased balanced scientific inquiry, leadership development, civic engagement and academic rigor. Read More

Winter Progams:
Spring Break Camps & Winter Outdoor Youth Leadership More Info

Summer Programs:
Summer Camps & Teen Programs More Info

Restore Joseph Creek Project:
A collaboration of community partners involved in the Joseph Creek management framework. More Info

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Columbia River Basin Biodiversity Atlas

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Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Citizen Science, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults

To positively influence decision making through education and awareness regarding native biodiversity in the Columbia Basin by providing high-quality, relevant integrated geospatial information that is comprehensive and easy to access. Read More

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Columbia River Paddle

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD6
Activities:	Field Studies, Events, Nature Appreciation

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To offer a unique way to discover the Columbia Wetlands, one of the World's largest Living Treasures, as well as the lakes and rivers in the Columbia Valley, The Columbia Wetlands are the longest protected intact wetlands in North America and home to over 300 species of fish and other wildlife. We will teach you about the history and ecology of the area. Read More

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Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society (CSISS)

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Regional Districts:	CSRD
School Districts:	SD6, SD19
Activities:	Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Youth, Adults, Families

To develop a collaborative and coordinated approach to invasive species prevention, reduction and management in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District. CSISS in partnership with the Invasive Species Council of BC can provide educational resources and activities that fit well in the prescribed BC Learning Objectives. Read More

Teacher/Educator Training on How to Teach about Invasives:
CSISS now offers Pro-D Day Teacher Training. Find out what invasive species are threatening your local biodiversity, what you can do to help, and learn how to link invasive species to your classroom a More Info

Invasive Species Field Trips / Weed Pulls:
Organize a weed pull or restoration event with your class to take action and protect our native biodiversity. Invasive species and native biodiversity are important themes tied to the BC curriculum. T More Info

Invasive Species Workshops / Presentations:
Attend or organize a workshop/presentation by CSISS on invasive species. Topics vary annually and are generally available between April - October. Examples: Restoration and Invasives, Forestry and Inv More Info

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Columbia Wetlands Stewardship Partners (CWSP)

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Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDEK
School Districts:	SD6
Activities:	Citizen Science, Nature Appreciation, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults

To steward, manage and protect the globally significant Columbia Wetland system. Read More

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Columbia Wetlands Waterbird Survey

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Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDEK
School Districts:	SD6
Activities:	Citizen Science, Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults

To gather important scientific data, and enhance and preserve the biodiversity and important habitat of the Wetlands through increased awareness of its ecological significance. Read More

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Cranbrook Community Forest Society

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5, SD6
Activities:	Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To provide opportunities for a range of non-motorized recreational experiences in a semi-primitive setting in addition to forest education and interpretation opportunities to learn about local ecosystems and forest practices. Read More

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Cranbrook Food Action Committee (CFAC)

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5
Activities:	Presentations, Events, Resources

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To be involved and well-informed on the value and need of a healthy, sustainable, local food supply that is respectfully accessible, safe, healthy and available to all. Read More

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Creston Community Forest

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

A small forest management company operating within over 18, 000 hectares of land surrounding the Creston Valley providing educational opportunities to the community. Read More

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Creston Valley Bird Festival

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Nature Appreciation

Perfect for: Youth, Adults, Families

To celebrate the birds, art and agriculture of the Creston Valley. Read More

Creston Valley Bird Fest:
field trips, school programs, guest speakers More Info

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Creston Valley Food Action Coalition (CVFAC)

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Presentations, Events, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Adults, Families

To create awareness of how we can better feed ourselves using local resources in a sustainable, healthy, secure and environmentally sound way. Read More

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Creston Valley Rod & Gun Club

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD5
Activities:	Events, Nature Appreciation

Perfect for: Youth, Adults, Families

To enjoy and nurture the fish and wildlife resources in our beautiful valley and promote proper management and responsible use of these resources, now and for future generations. Read More

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Duhamel Water Society

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Citizen Science, Events, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults

To provide solutions to a growing mutual need for communities and companies to work together in a meaningful way to improve watershed planning, development, maintenance, conservation and risk mitigation to ensure long-term sustainable watershed management. Read More

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East Kootenay Integrated Lake Partnership (EKILP)

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5, SD6
Activities:	Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults

Tto develop integrated, collaborative approaches to lake management, in order to address the current and future activities in the watershed in ways that sustain the ecological health, social and economic values of lakes in the East Kootenay. Read More

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East Kootenay Invasive Species Council (EKISC)

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5, SD6
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To mitigate the negative environmental, social, and economic impacts of invasive species in order to achieve an East Kootenay free of invasive species. Read More

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Eastshore Freshwater Habitat Society

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To strive for the protection and assist, in cooperation with ministries of wildlife, fisheries and conservation, in the remediation of all rivers, creeks, streams and lakes on the Eastshore that is a tributary to the Kootenay Lake. Read More

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Elk River Alliance

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Youth, Adults, Families

To connect people to the Elk River ensuring it is drinkable, fishable and swimmable for future generations. Read More

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Elkford Rod and Gun Club

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5
Activities:	Events, Nature Appreciation, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults, Families

To protect, enhance and promote the wise use of the environment for the benefit of present and future generations. Read More

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Fernie Nature Club

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5
Activities:	Field Studies, Nature Appreciation, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults

To hike and explore nature and participate in activities which will improve and enhance some of the natural situations in and around our community. Read More

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Fernie Rod & Gun Club

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5
Activities:	Events, Nature Appreciation, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Youth, Adults, Families

To enhance and maintain an environment in which populations of wildlife can thrive, and to preserve and promote the sports of shooting, archery, hunting, and fishing, and enhancement of wildlife habitat. Read More

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Fields Forward

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Presentations, Events, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Adults, Families

To envision a vibrant productive local agri-food system that builds genuine community wealth by supporting and sustaining the community’s environmental, indigenous, social, cultural, economic and aesthetic values. Read More

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Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program

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Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Presentations, Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Youth, Adults, Families

To fund projects that help conserve and enhance fish and wildlife in watersheds that have been impacted by BC Hydro dams. Read More

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Flexpeditions

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Regional Districts:	CSRD
School Districts:	SD19
Activities:	Nature Appreciation, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Youth, Adults

To connect outside through knowledge and adventure. Read More

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Four Nations Coalition of Indigenous Medicines

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Regional Districts:	RDCK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD8, SD10, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Children, Youth, Adults, Families

At the Four Nations Coalition of Indigenous medicines we are dedicated to offering teachings and services that enhance all people’s connection to nature, their creators and each other. We want the world to be beautiful, vibrant and healthy for many generations to come, and we want to co-create that beautiful world with you! We believe that to achieve that goal we have to share the deeply wise teachings that our ancestors acquired and bridge them with the incredible technologies and innovation that our modern world has to offer. We offer programs that educate children, youth and adults in earth honouring traditional indigenous teachings from the four nations of humanity. From fun and creative child and youth programs to deeply trans-formative adult education and personal healing we offer our gifts to you all. Read More

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Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society (FOKLSS)

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Nature Appreciation, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To improve the health and stewardship of Kootenay Lake through monitoring, habitat restoration, capacity building and the empowerment of local communities and stakeholders in order to sustain a healthy Kootenay Lake for future generations. Read More

Osprey Nest Monitoring:
Engaging Basin residents who become citizen scientists by observing breeding ospreys around Kootenay lake to help us gather information on their health and behaviour. More Info

Shoreline Cleanups:
Keeping the shorelines clean around Kootenay Lake for the benefit of fish, wildlife and human use. We usually do 1-2 cleanups a year. Please contact us if you would like to organize one with your grou More Info

Lake Education:
Educational presentations to community group, schools, daycares and other school-aged groups involving fun, educational games and activities. More Info

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Friends of Kootenay National Park

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD6
Activities:	Citizen Science, Events, Nature Appreciation, Resources

Perfect for: Children, Adults, Families

To protect, appreciate, educate and understand the cultural and natural history of Kootenay National Park and its surrounding ecosystem, the Columbia River Valley. Read More

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Friends of the Lardeau River

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults, Families

To help protect and care for the Lardeau River corridor. Read More

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Friends of the Rossland Range

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD20
Activities:	Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults, Families

To increase public awareness of the importance of natural values, including recreational, scenic and environmental values, to the people and communities touched by the Rossland Range. Read More

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Friends of West Kootenay Parks Society

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Regional Districts:	RDCK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD8, SD10, SD20
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Adults, Families

Works in co-operation with BC Parks to enhance the "park experience" for visitors to parks in the West Kootenay Region. Supplements the Parks' Interpretation and Visitor Services Programs promote educational opportunities. Facilitates promotions, public programs, school programs and special events. Read More

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Golden & District Rod & Gun Club

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Regional Districts:	CSRD
School Districts:	SD6
Activities:	Events, Nature Appreciation, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults, Families

To foster the propagation and conservation of the fish and wildlife of British Columbia and the control and protection of British Columbia's ecology. Read More

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Groundswell Network Society (GNS)

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD6
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Pre-K, K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To promote community sustainability through education and by the advancement of innovative projects that result in health for people, the environment and the economy. Read More

Plants, People, Place at Groundswell Community Greenhouse: Grades 4-9
Students visiting Groundswell Community Greenhouse will dive head and hands first into the world of small-scale urban agriculture. More Info

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Harrop-Procter Community Forest

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Adults

A community-owned forest that provides clean drinking water for residents and employment for local loggers and millworkers. Read More

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Institute for the Development in Education, Arts & Leisure (IDEAL)

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5
Activities:	Presentations, Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Pre-K, K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To promote a new educational system based on the principles of education through experience in keeping with human and ecological values. Read More

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Invasive Species Council of BC

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Activities:	Citizen Science, Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students

The Invasive Species Council of BC works together with concerned stakeholders to reduce the spread and impact of invasive species in BC. Engaging people of all ages is key to protecting BC's amazing biodiversity by preventing the spread of invasive species. ISCBC’s education resources support educators and students in environmental learning, outdoor field experiences and conservation in their communities. Invasive species, unlike many large-scale environmental issues, are something that youth can actually do something about, in a hands-on, experiential way! Read More

Educational Resources for K-12:
A range of activities to engage your students, help them investigate invasive species and their impacts and take action to prevent their spread. The activities align with the BC curriculum. More Info

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Kaslo & District Community Forest Society

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults

To contribute to the sustainability of the community and its resources. Read More

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Kaslo Community Services Society

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Presentations, Events, Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Adults, Families

To develop and provide services and programs which contribute to a thriving community and enhance the quality of life for North Kootenay Lake residents. This includes the Kaslo Food Security Project and Kaslo Food Hub.

Kokanee Creek Nature Centre

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Adults, Families

To encourage a love of nature and educate about West Kootenay ecosystems and the value of environmental preservation. Come out to the Kokanee Creek Nature Centre, and take part in the exciting programs offered throughout the week. Read More

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Kootenai River Network

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5, SD6
Activities:	Citizen Science, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults

To foster partnerships with private and public interests dedicated to the protection, utilization, restoration, and education of water resources in the Kootenai River watershed. Read More

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Kootenay Community Bat Project (KCBP)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD20
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To raise awareness about bats in southeastern BC and work with local residents who have bats in buildings. Read More

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Kootenay Conservation Program (KCP)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD20
Activities:	Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Adults

To coordinate and facilitate conservation efforts on private land, and generate the support and resources needed to maintain this effort. Read More

Stewardship Toolkit:
Full Service on line directory for land owners and managers in the Kootenay Region More Info

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Kootenay Food

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8, SD10, SD20
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Pre-K, K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

We are a community-based cooperative working to build a healthy and resilient region through collaboration, education, media and net-positive initiatives. Read More

Fermenting Vegetables 101:
We will teach your class the traditional art of fermentation using salt, herbs and brines with our Kootenay Food Mobile Kitchen Classroom Equipment. Contact us for more information. We customize each lesson to accommodate your unique setting! More Info

In-School Workbees:
We will visit your class, or school, and deliver fun, hands-on, Food Safe programming. Contact us for more information. We customize each lesson to accommodate your unique setting. More Info

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Contact us for more information. We customize each lesson to accommodate your unique setting. More Info

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Kootenay National Park (KNP)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD6
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Adults, Families

To protect the habitats, wildlife and ecosystem diversity representative of - and sometime unique to - the natural regions. Read More

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Kootenay Native Plant Society (KNPS)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD8, SD20
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Nature Appreciation, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Adults, Families

To promote knowledge, appreciation, conservation and restoration of West Kootenay native plants and natural habitats through education, research, and on-the-ground activities. Read More

Camas Discovery Day:
Discover the wonders of camas, an ecologically and culturally important species. More Info

Blossoms and Bees:
Explore the connections between native plants and native bees; learn about how to enhance habitat for both More Info

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Kootenay Permaculture Institute

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8, SD10
Activities:	Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Adults

To develop more research and education in Permaculture and ecological living in British Columbia and across Canada. Read More

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Kootenay Trout Hatchery

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To enhance and conserve of BC's freshwater fish resources for the benefit of the public by delivering the provincial fish stocking program to support sport fishing, offering a range of conservation services to protect wild fish, and promoting the importance of sport fishing and fish conservation to the public. Read More

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Kootenay Worm Composting (KWC)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD19
Activities:	Presentations, Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults

To lead the way in indoor, wildlife and earth friendly composting so that we and all upcoming generations can achieve self-sustainability while reducing our carbon footprint. Read More

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Kootenay-Boundary Environmental Education (KBEE) Initiative

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults

The vision of the KBEE to better support students’ understanding of their local environment and empowering thoughtful action, through learning that is outdoor, experiential, place-based and place-conscious. Read More

Take Me Outside for Learning School Year Challenge:
Commit to taking your learning outside at least one day/week and receive a free outdoor learning toque and be entered to win the grand prize of a complimentary 2-night overnight trip for your class at the Columbia Outdoor School’s Blue Lake Camp! More Info

Place-based Learning Inspiration Handbook:
A compendium of curricular-based ideas and resources for outdoor learning. More Info

Place-based Learning Videos:
Inspiring videos for taking your learning outside! More Info

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Kootenay-Columbia Discovery Centre

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Pre-K, K-12 Students, Post-secondary, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To provide environmental education and awareness programs and activities at the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area (a 17,000 acre internationally recognized wetland habitat). Programs include curriculum based school programs, guided excursions (canoe and walking tours), stewardship, summer camps and special events. Discovery Centre is open seasonally (May-October) with educational displays and information, hands-on activities, onsite naturalists/guides to deliver program and answer questions. Access to trail network, recreational opportunities and various programs is year round. Read More

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Ktunaxa Interpretive Centre

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK, RDEK
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To showcase Ktunaxa arts, culture and heritage. On display are historic photographs, scale models of traditional tipis, the sturgeon-nosed canoe and many other artifacts. Read More

School Programs:
To showcase Ktunaxa arts, culture and heritage. On display are historic photographs, scale models of traditional tipis, the sturgeon-nosed canoe and many other artifacts. More Info

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Lake Windermere Ambassadors (LWA)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD6
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Nature Appreciation, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To have an ecologically healthy Lake Windermere that is protected with balanced management approaches that support recreation and traditional uses, high fish and wildlife values, and economic prosperity in the region. Read More

Watersheds 101:
We will go over: What is a watershed, The water cycle, Watershed processes, and Stewarding your watershed More Info

Lake and Stream Water Quality:
We will go over: Overview of Lake Windermere’s water monitoring program, Current & past water quality results, Future impacts, and How you can help steward your waters More Info

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Lake Windermere District Rod & Gun Club

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD6
Activities:	Field Studies, Citizen Science, Events, Nature Appreciation, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Youth, Adults, Families

To preserve our natural environment and promote outdoor recreation activities. Guiding Principle: Let us not destroy what we have not the power to replace. Read More

Youth Workshops:
A variety of FREE programs and events are available to encourage Columbia Valley children and teens to pursue outdoor activities. More Info

Habitat Restoration:
various club projects More Info

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Living Lakes Canada and the Columbia Basin Water Hub

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Youth, Adults

Mission: To maintain a national network to protect, restore and rehabilitate the health of lakes, wetlands, rivers, other water bodies, and watersheds in Canada. LLC facilitates collaboration in education, monitoring, restoration and policy development initiatives for the long-term protection of Canada’s water bodies in this era of climate change crisis.

The Columbia Basin Water Hub is a project facilitated by Living Lakes Canada. It is a central repository where decision makers, researchers, students, professionals and the public can access a wide variety of data and information about water in the Columbia Basin. Reports covering a wide range of topics including water quality, habitat, groundwater and geology can be found on the Water Hub, which are great resources for students. Access the Columbia Basin Water Hub here.

The Water Hub team is available to provide demonstrations to teachers and students on how to use the Water Hub. This can include how to use the searchable map to access water data for specific regions and how to conduct some basic analysis. If school groups or other learners have collected water-related information such as photos, site descriptions, cultural values, water quality test results, the Water Hub team is keen to help upload this data so it can be easily shared.

Mainstreams Environmental Society

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To educate and heighten awareness on water related issues and solutions relying upon the use of sound science. Read More

Stream Trailer:
Mainstreams owns a Stream Trailer for teaching stream dynamics and the importance of riparian vegetation. More Info

Climate Change Adaptation 1.0 - Strategies for the Kootenays :
Climate Change Adaptation in the Columbia Basin is positive and solutions based (not doom-and-gloom). More Info

Climate Change Adaptation 2.0 - Living with Wildfire:
How can vulnerable communities protect themselves from wildfires? More Info

Macroinvertebrate Ecology:
A series of classroom programs for elementary school where students discover through exploration, different strategies various macro invertebrates use to eat and live. More Info

Beaver:
Learn more about these extraordinary water engineers! More Info

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Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks (MRGNP)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	CSRD
School Districts:	SD19
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Adults, Families

To protect the habitats, wildlife and ecosystem diversity representative of - and sometime unique to - the natural regions. Read More

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Nakusp and Area Community Forest (NACFOR)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD10
Activities:	Field Studies, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To provide social, environmental, and economic benefit to the local community by sustainable management of a forest land base Read More

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Nakusp Rod & Gun Club (NRGC)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD10
Activities:	Events, Nature Appreciation, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Youth, Adults, Families

To represent the interests of all outdoorsmen in the Province of BC, while maintaining and preserving our rights to hunt and fish in the Province. Help promote the wise use of our natural resources within the boundaries of the Provincial Hunting and Fishing Regulations. Read More

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Nature Conservancy of Canada Rocky Mountain Region (NCC)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8
Activities:	Citizen Science, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To lead, innovate and use creativity in the conservation of Canada's natural heritage; and to secure important natural areas through their purchase, donation or other mechanisms, and then manages these properties for the long term. Read More

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NatureKids BC: Nelson

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Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Events, Nature Appreciation, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Children, Families

We are a nature exploration organization for children and their families. We help children get outdoors to explore, play, learn about and take action for nature by running an award-winning province-wide network of volunteer-led nature clubs for children ages 5-12 and their families. Read More

Explorer Days: Kids 5-12 and their families
Monthly outdoor nature exploration activities. More Info

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Nelson Food Cupboard

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Adults, Families

To share healthy food and skill building opportunities to improve well-being. Read More

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Nelson Rod & Gun Club

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Events, Nature Appreciation, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Youth, Adults, Families

To promote conservation of the wildlife, scenic and outdoor recreational resources and the land and water base on which they depend. Read More

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Nipika Mountain Resort (NMR)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD6
Activities:	Field Studies, Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To help people enjoy the spectacular setting using self-propelled activities, while utilizing clean energy sources. Read More

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Northwest Invasive Plant Council (NWIPC)

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Activities:	Presentations, Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults

To prevent further damage to the ecosystems of northwest and central BC from invasive alien plants and begin to rehabilitate ecosystems that have been degraded by invasive alien plants. Read More

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Open Mountains Project Society (OMPS)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	CSRD
School Districts:	SD19
Activities:	Field Studies, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Youth, Adults

Open Mountains Project Society exists primarily to support the resilience and leadership of youth, young adult, and other vulnerable populations in Revelstoke, British Columbia and to provide barrier-free access to the mountain environment and to the empowering experiences available in those environments. Read More

Mountain Youth Summer Camp:
6 days of mountain-based activities that engage youth in their natural mountain environments through canoeing, rockclimbing, mountain biking, hiking, and alpine camping. More Info

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Outdoor Connections

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5
Activities:	Presentations, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Pre-K, K-12 Students, Children, Families

To provide affordable opportunities for children to connect to themselves, each other and the natural world. Read More

Forest School:
outdoor play-based program that is child-led, experiental and nature based More Info

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Parachutes for the Planet

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20, SD51
Activities:	Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Youth

Parachutes for the Planet is a youth inspired collective international art project illustrating concern for climate change. The project encourages classrooms to think about local and global issues as they design and create a group parachute and gives students an opportunity to display their message locally, nationally, and internationally. For more information, see the attached information sheet: Parachutes for the Planet-Information for Teachers (.pdf) Read More

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Quantum Leaps Lodge

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDEK
School Districts:	SD6
Activities:	Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres

Perfect for: Adults, Families

To welcome people and families on our land who are seeking a place of Retreat for peace, reflection, quiet, and rejuvenation, as well as a beautiful way to be together to connect with Nature and with each other. Read More

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RAP Park Contracting operating Kootenay SW Parks

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8, SD10, SD20
Activities:	Presentations, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To operate beautiful BC Parks in the West Kootenays while working to maintain a balance between conservation and recreation. We also oversee the operation of the Kokanee Creek Nature Centre Society Read More

Kokanee Creek Nature Centre Society:
Offering quality environmental programs daily through the Nature Centre More Info

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Revelstoke Bear Aware Society

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	CSRD
School Districts:	SD19
Activities:	Presentations, Events, Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To reduce human / bear conflict through education, cooperation and active management initiatives in the community of Revelstoke and surrounding area. Read More

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Revelstoke Caribou Rearing in the Wild Society

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	CSRD
School Districts:	SD19
Activities:	Resources

Perfect for: Adults

To conserve and recover mountain caribou in the Revelstoke area through implementation of a maternity penning project Read More

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Revelstoke Local Food Initiative (LFI)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	CSRD
School Districts:	SD19
Activities:	Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults, Families

To cultivate a vibrant, resilient local food system through education, facilitation and advocacy; and empower the community to enhance local food production and utilization. Read More

Garden Guru:
Community Workshops focusing on gardening, harvesting and processing More Info

Community Gardens:
A communal space to grow, learn from others, and get empowered to cultivate your own food. More Info

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Revelstoke Rod and Gun Club (RRGC)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	CSRD
School Districts:	SD19
Activities:	Events, Nature Appreciation, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults, Families

Dedicated to wildlife conservation and habitat preservation. Read More

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Rocky Mountain Naturalists (RM Nats)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5, SD6
Activities:	Field Studies, Nature Appreciation, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults, Families

To foster an awareness, appreciation and understanding of our natural environment, that it may be wisely used and maintained for future generations. Read More

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Rocky Mountain Trench Natural Resources Society (Trench Society)

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Regional Districts:	RDEK
School Districts:	SD5, SD6
Activities:	Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: Adults

The Rocky Mountain Trench Ecosystem Restoration Program has operated as a successful partnership of government, industry, First Nations, NGOs and the public since 1998. The long-term goal is to restore local low-elevation grasslands and dry forests to their natural state. Restoration is taking place on Crown land, within provincial and national parks, on private conservation properties, and on First Nations reserves from Radium Hot Springs to the US border. Read More

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Rossland Society for Environmental Action (RSEA)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDKB
School Districts:	SD20
Activities:	Field Studies, Events, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To encourage and support environmental & sustainability initiatives in Rossland and the surrounding areas. Read More

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Rossland Streamkeepers (RS)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDKB
School Districts:	SD20
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Youth, Adults

To protect and conserve aquatic resources and riparian habitat within the watersheds of the Rossland - Warfield - Trail area. Read More

Stream Flow Monitoring:
use different techniques to measure flow More Info

Educational & Stewardship :
Various educational and stewardship opportunities exist. More Info

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Salmo Watershed Streamkeepers Society

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Field Studies, Presentations, Citizen Science, Events, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Adults

To protect and steward the Salmo River watershed to ensure it is clean and healthy, and to increase our connection with the ecology and rich cultural heritage of the Salmo River watershed within the Columbia River Basin. Read More

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SEEDS Nelson

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8
Activities:	Events, Nature Appreciation, Outdoor/Learning Centres, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Children, Youth, Adults

To steward vibrant and educational organic gardens, where community comes together to learn, and to grow nutritional vegetables. Read More

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Selkirk College School of Environment and Geomatics (SCSEG)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8, SD10, SD20
Activities:	Presentations, Resources, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: Youth, Adults

To focus on experiential, hands-on outdoor learning in our nationally-accredited environmental science programs Read More

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Selkirk Innovates (formerly Columbia Basin Rural Development Institute (RDI))

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Regional Districts:	CSRD, RDCK, RDEK, RDKB
School Districts:	SD5, SD6, SD8, SD10, SD19, SD20
Activities:	Resources

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Youth, Adults

The Columbia Basin Rural Development Institute, at Selkirk College, is a regional research centre with a mandate to support informed decision-making by Columbia Basin-Boundary communities through the provision of information, research and related extension support. Read More

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Slocan Lake Stewardship Society (SLSS)

Audience:		Seasons:		Themes:

Regional Districts:	RDCK
School Districts:	SD8, SD10
Activities:	Field Studies, Citizen Science, Resources, Stewardship/Sustainability Projects, Workshops/Training

Perfect for: K-12 Students, Adults, Families

To work in the community to protect the beauty, health and wonder of the magnificent Slocan Lake ecosystem for future generations. Read More

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Slocan River Streamkeepers Society

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