May 25 | 12:00–5:00 PM | Bear Spring Eco Retreat (Beasley) We’re so excited to announce that the Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS) will be part of the Kootenay EcoFest, hosted at the beautiful Bear Spring Eco Retreat on May 24–25! This two-day festival is all about reconnecting with nature, celebrating local solutions, and inspiring … Read more
Pull Together at Pulpit Rock: Community Action for Trail Health Join CKISS, the Nelson Running Club and professional trail runner Jazmine Lowther on Thursday, May 8, 2025, for a special Communities Pulling Together event at one of Nelson’s most iconic outdoor destinations—Pulpit Rock! Whether you’re a hiker, runner, walker, or simply a nature lover, this … Read more
Looking to get more involved in your community and learn about local low- and no-cost programs and services? Join CKISS and other local organizations at the Trail Community Resource Fair hosted by the Trail FAIR Society! This all-ages event is your chance to connect with dozens of organizations offering free or low-cost support and activities … Read more
Join the fun at Taghum Hall’s Earth Day Celebration—a family-friendly community event featuring a Kid Zone, interactive activities, and inspiration on how to be a better steward of nature! 🌱🌎 Stop by the CKISS outreach booth to learn how you can take action against invasive species and protect B.C.’s incredible biodiversity. Play our Jeopardy game … Read more
Whirling disease, a parasite that threatens juvenile trout and whitefish, has been detected in Kootenay Lake. This invasive pathogen poses a serious risk to B.C.’s fish populations, freshwater ecosystems, and water quality. Join CKISS, the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society, the Province of B.C., and the BC Wildlife Federation for a virtual speaker series event … Read more
Join the Invasive Species Council of BC (ISCBC) in New Westminster this February for the 20th anniversary of the Invasives Forum. This milestone event, themed Back to the Future, brings together invasive species practitioners, researchers, community leaders, Indigenous voices, ranchers, foresters, and the broader public to reflect on past successes and envision a future free … Read more
Join the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) for their 5th Annual Weed Biocontrol Summit. This virtual event highlights progress in classical weed biocontrol research, with a special focus on aquatic invasive plants. Experts will present updates on biocontrol development and share innovative tools for integrated weed management. Designed to connect researchers and practitioners, … Read more
Join experts and stakeholders from across Canada and the U.S. at the Canadian Council on Invasive Species’ virtual conference, Wildfires, Climate Change, and Invasive Species. This interactive event brings together Indigenous leaders, researchers, and fire and invasive species managers to address the crucial link between wildfire management, climate resilience, and invasive species. Expect insightful sessions … Read more
Are you interested in combining environmental stewardship with a fun, creative project? Join us for Broomcraft Mastery, an exciting online webinar where you’ll learn how to turn invasive Scotch broom (Cytisus scoparius) into fantastic Halloween decor! Event Details: Date: Thursday, October 24 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM PST Location: Online Webinar (via Zoom) Cost: … Read more
