Events

December 7, 2023: Virtual Event: Annual Biocontrol Summit: Using Weed Biocontrol to Reduce Wildfire Risk and Mitigate Wildfire Impacts

November 7, 2023

The North American Invasive Species Management Association’s 4th Annual Weed Biocontrol Summit will be held virtually on December 7, 2023, from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm CST. The Biocontrol Summit communicates the latest in classical weed biocontrol research to North American invasive plant managers and educators and aims to connect researchers to on-the-ground practitioners. This …  Read more

March 11-14, 2024 – National Forum on Biological Control

November 1, 2023

The 2024 National Forum on Biological Control is set to take place from March 11 to March 14 in Annapolis, Maryland, and we encourage all those passionate about biocontrol to join in! Hosted by the USDA Forest Service in collaboration with the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) and the National Association of State …  Read more

November 8-9, 2023 – Pathways to Change: Horticulture & Invasive Species Virtual Conference

October 19, 2023

Attention growers, landscapers, retailers, master gardeners, farmers, fruit and vegetable growers, government agencies, environmental organizations, Indigenous partners, organizations, and gardening rookies this event is for you! The first national Horticulture and Invasive Species Conference in Canada presented by the Canadian Council on Invasive Species is coming up in November 2023! CKISS is planning to attend …  Read more

October 11, 2023 – Native Planting Day at Hunter Siding Wetland – Volunteers Wanted!

September 27, 2023

We are looking for volunteers to join CKISS and the Slocan Lake Stewardship Society for a day of native planting and maintenance at the Hunter Siding Wetland Enhancement site that is part of the Bonanza Biodiversity Corridor Project. The wetland in this area support a wide range of ecosystems and wildlife habitats in the Slocan …  Read more

September 25, 2023 – Invasive Species 101 presentation with the West Kootenay Naturalists. Everyone Welcome!

September 25, 2023

On Monday September 25, the Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS) will be giving an informative presentation on invasive species to the West Kootenay Naturalists at the Castlegar Community Complex. Members of the public are welcome to sit in on the presentation that is taking place from 7:30-8:30 PM at the Castlegar Community Centre. There will be free take home resources from CKISS …  Read more

September 23, 2023 – Native Plant Seed Collection Workshop – Workshop is now FULL but you can join the waiting list

September 1, 2023

UPDATE: The Native Plant Seed Collection Workshop is now FULL. If you want to add your name to the waiting list please click on the button below. If a spot becomes available we will get in touch via email. Click here to join waiting list Join us and KinSeed in Rossland on September 23 for …  Read more

September 14, 2023: CKISS Field Tour – Protecting native ecosystems in the Castlegar area

August 31, 2023

Learn about the positive actions that CKISS, citizens and organizations are taking to protect native ecosystems in the Castlegar area. Join us on our field tour and be inspired! On September 14th you are invited to come find out what CKISS and others are doing to protect native ecosystems in the Castlegar area. Field Tour …  Read more

September 9, 2023 – CKISS outreach tent at the Hills Garlic Festival

August 30, 2023

It’s back!! CKISS will be at the Hills Garlic Festival once again with an outreach booth with lots of valuable resources for gardeners, water enthusiasts and homeowners. In addition we will have fun kids items  including stickers, tattoos, zebra and quagga mussel display and a few bullfrog specimens.  Annual Hills Garlic Festival is held the …  Read more

August 27, 2023: Interactive Outdoor Science at the Sundays in the Kohan

August 26, 2023

Join CKISS and the Slocan Lake Stewardship Society for a unique educational event at the Kohan Reflection Garden this Sunday, August 27th between 10-11am. CKISS will have an interactive display table showcasing invasive species threatening the Kootenay area. There will also be a chance to learn about several invasives growing along the shore of Slocan …  Read more

August 26, 2023: CKISS Outreach Booth at the Kaslo Farmers Market

August 9, 2023

Is this the year you want to tackle the invasive plants on your property? Come find the CKISS Outreach Booth at the Kaslo Farmers Market on Saturday August 26. We will be there from 9 am until 1 pm with free resources to help you manage your property and tips on how to prevent them …  Read more

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