Featured Event
CKISS Outreach Booth at Kaslo Saturday Market – July 27th
July 6, 2024 – Kootenay Gallery Communities Pulling Together
UPDATE: Due to illness of the event facilitator this event has been cancelled. Apologies for the inconvenience. Join CKISS and West Kootenay Naturalist on July 6, 2024, at the Kootenay Gallery in Castlegar for a Communities Pulling Together event. Together, we’ll tackle invasive plants to enhance ecosystem health and community safety. Seize the opportunity to make … Read more
July 3, 2024 – Blewett Communities Pulling Together Event
We are hosting a Communities Pulling Together (CPT) Event just outside Nelson in Blewett on July 3. A CPT is when a group of volunteers mechanically remove an invasive plant infestation in their community. Volunteers receive hands-on learning experiences on the impacts invasive plants can have on ecosystems and economies. In addition, they learn about … Read more
July 9, 2024 – CKISS Outreach Booth at the Fruitvale IncrEDIBLE Farmers Market
Concerned about an invasive species on your property? Just curious about invasive plants and how they interact with our local native ecosystems? Head down to the Fruitvale farmers market Tuesday July 9th between 3-6 PM and stop by the CKISS outreach booth! We love to talk about all of your invasive species curiosities and have … Read more
June 15 – 25th Annual Family Fishing Weekend at Champion Lakes Provincial Park.
Get those fishing rods ready or come borrow one and join CKISS, BC Parks and other community members for the 25th annual Family Fishing Weekend! CKISS will have an outreach booth set up at Champion Lakes Provincial Park on Saturday June 15. We have a wealth of great resources to remind you to Clean, Drain, … Read more
May 30, 2024 : Pulpit Rock Communities Pulling Together event. Sign up to volunteer!
Join us and other like minded folks on May 30, 2024, from 4:30-6:30 PM for a special Communities Pulling Together event at Pulpit Rock in Nelson! Whether you’re a hiker, runner, cyclist, or simply enjoy the outdoors in the Nelson area, this event is for you. Partnering with the Nelson Run Club, CKISS is calling … Read more
May 24, 2024: Slocan Valley Communities Pulling Together Event. Volunteer Opportunity!
Are you passionate about environmental conservation and eager to make a positive impact in your community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! CKISS is teaming up with the Slocan Lake Stewardship Society (SLSS) to organize a Community Pulling Together event in the stunning Slocan Valley. This event will be held at the … Read more
May 11, 2024 – CKISS Outreach Booth at the Garden Start Market in Nelson
April 27, 2024: Join CKISS at the Blewett Volunteer Fire Department Open House
Are you concerned about invasive plants on your property that could pose a fire hazard? Or perhaps you’re looking to revamp your garden with plants that are suited for the Central Kootenay region and address climate change, water, and fire issues? CKISS has got you covered! We’re excited to announce that CKISS will be at … Read more