CKISS staff are once again monitoring our local lakes for invasive zebra and quagga mussels. So far, CKISS has collected 201 plankton samples from nine waterbodies. CKISS monitoring efforts are part of the provincial Invasive Mussel Defence Program, which aims to prevent the introduction of ZQM into B.C. To date, B.C. is still free of … Read more
An enthusiastic group of about 50 Nakusp Elementary School students, teachers and aides descended on the Snk’mip Marsh Sanctuary the morning of September 23rd for a massive planting bee in the warm fall sunshine. The day saw more than 300 native tree seedlings and shrubs put into the ground in recently restored areas of the … Read more
Kootenay Lake is one of the waterbodies CKISS is monitoring for zebra & quagga mussels. We want to protect the lake’s ecological, cultural and economic values from the harmful impacts of invasive mussels. Invasive mussels can negatively affect biodiversity, species at risk, water quality, and recreation opportunities. You can help prevent the introduction of invasive … Read more
The larva of zebra and quagga mussels can’t be seen with the naked eye and can easily hide on your boat & equipment! You can help prevent the introduction of invasive mussels by practicing to clean, drain and dry your watercraft and equipment. If you are transporting a watercraft in B.C. it is mandatory to … Read more
For the first time, there has been a confirmed sighting of black henbane (Hyoscyamus niger) in the Kootenay region. CKISS urges the public to be on the lookout for this invasive species and report all sightings. What’s the problem with black henbane? Black henbane is listed as a provincial early detection rapid response species (EDRR). … Read more
Join our team as an Invasive Species Intern or Program Assistant. Are you passionate about environmental conservation? Do you want to join a dedicated and dynamic team to help protect the Central Kootenay region from the impact of invasive species? We are hiring two new positions, apply today to join us! 1. Program Assistant: Permanent … Read more
Your Summer 2021 edition of the CKISS’n Tell newsletter is now available by clicking here. What will you find in this issue of CKISS’n Tell? Two new invasive species found in our region – help us spot them. We are hiring a Program Assistant 2020-2021 Annual Summary Report & 15th Anniversary Video Meet the 2021 … Read more
Are you passionate about environmental conservation? Do you want to join a dedicated and dynamic team to help protect the Central Kootenay region from the impact of invasive species? This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong organizational skills who is looking for flexible, meaningful work with an established non-profit organization. Overview Title: Program … Read more
Invasive Species Technicians Eloise Sutton Eloise Sutton was originally born in London, UK, she decided to make the big move out west after completing her undergraduate in geography; keen to leave the big smoke and seek the fresh air of the Kootenays. Since completing the Recreation, Fish and Wildlife program at Selkirk, it has inspired … Read more
The Ministry of Environment (MOE) has confirmed that invasive Asian clams (Corbicula fluminea) were found in the Pend D’Oreille River this spring. This is the first confirmed presence of live invasive freshwater clams in the Central Kootenay region. However, this is not the first confirmation of these clams in B.C.: they exist in the lower … Read more