Join CKISS at the Salmo Valley Farmers’ Market on August 4th! Come shop for delicious produce, mouthwatering baked goodies, gorgeous handcrafted items… and learn about local invasive species issues at the same time! CKISS staff will be at our booth to provide information and answer any questions you may have. We have lots of fun … Read more
Join CKISS at the Kaslo Saturday Market! Come check out the fabulous produce and artisans of beautiful Kaslo, and stop by our booth! CKISS staff will be there to educate and inspire to you to learn about the impacts of invasive species in our area, and how you can prevent their spread. Where will you find … Read more
Come visit us at the Rossland Mountain Market! CKISS staff will be hosting our outreach booth, with lots of educational and fun activities, info and swag for kids and adults alike. Learn about the impacts of invasive species in our area and what you can do to help prevent their spread. Where will you find us? … Read more
Visit us at Trail Market on the Esplanade! Come stroll along the river and find our booth to learn about invasive species in your area, their impacts, and what you can do to prevent their spread! Where will you find us? Date: Friday, July 8th Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm Location: Esplanade Avenue, Trail BC Read more
Did you know that Creston is at risk of invasion by American Bullfrogs? Bullfrogs have been found in Idaho, just south of the border! If they reach the Creston area, these voracious predators could have major impacts on the amazing biodiversity of our area. Bullfrogs prey on, and out-compete, native frog species, including the endangered Northern Leopard Frog and … Read more
The Kootenay Native Plant Society invites you to a special reception on Friday June 3rd. Come out and buy some original art and help keep camas blooming in the Kootenays. Time: 6-8 pm Where: Castlegar & District Public Library What to expect: Featured artist and delicious desserts! The exhibition will continue from May 26 to June … Read more
Endangered Species Day is an opportunity for people of all ages to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species and everyday actions they can take to help protect them. In BC, it is estimated that 25% of endangered species, 31% of threatened species, and 16% of species of special concern are negatively impacted by … Read more
May is Invasive Species Action Month! What can you do? Why not come visit the CKISS booth at the Cottonwood Community Market to ask about invasive species, pick up resources, and find out about the Invasive Species Action month photo competition. Where? 199 Carbonate St, Nelson BC When? Saturday May 14th from 9:30 am – … Read more
Get up close and personal to some local snakes, amphibians, reptiles, aquatic bugs, sturgeon, butterflies and more. As part of Invasive Species Action Month, CKISS will have an outreach booth there and you can learn about invasive animals and the Don’t let it Loose program. What to expect… Guided nature walks Learn about Native Plants Learn about … Read more
Saturday May 07th, 2016 10am to 3pm 200 block of Baker St and the 500 block of Kootenay St. Downtown Nelson Always on Mother’s Day Weekend, the 15th Annual Nelson Garden Festival happens on Saturday, May 07th, 2016, 10-3 pm, 200 block of Baker Street and Kootenay Street in downtown Nelson. 60 booths of veggies, flowers, … Read more
