Your 2019 Fall edition of the CKISS’n Tell newsletter is now available by clicking here. What will you find in this issue of CKISS’n Tell? Restoration Stories, Highlights from our Education, Aquatics and Operations programs, City of Nelson partners with us to control knotweed, October is firewood awareness month If you want to receive our … Read more
We have collaborated with the Valhalla Foundation for Ecology (VFE) to assist with restoration efforts at the Snk’Mip Marsh Sanctuary. The 17.4- hectare wetland located at the North end of Slocan lake was purchased by the Foundation in 2017. The area is a vital aquatic and riparian ecosystem because it is an important stop over … Read more
The Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS) is leading a three-year restoration project at Beaver Creek Provincial Park in Trail to improve wildlife habitat and to reduce erosion along the creek bed. With the help of volunteers from J.L. Crowe Secondary School and Selkirk College, invasive plants were mechanically removed and the area was replanted … Read more
We have collaborated with the Valhalla Foundation for Ecology (VFE) to assist with restoration efforts at the Snk’Mip Marsh Sanctuary. The 17.4-hectare wetland located at the north end of Slocan Lake was purchased by VFE in 2017. The area is a vital aquatic and riparian ecosystem because it is an important stopover for migrating birds; … Read more
Moving firewood long distances can spread invasive forest pests hidden in or on the wood. Small bugs, eggs and tree killing diseases can be in your fire wood and you may not know it. Avoid putting our beautiful forests at risk by only using fire wood that has been cut locally Your firewood choices matter, and … Read more
Nelson, BC – Japanese knotweed is listed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature as one of the world’s 100 worst invasive species. Knotweed is among the highest priority plants to be eradicated for the Province of BC and the Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS). There are four species of knotweed found in BC … Read more
The New Denver Marina has now partnered with the Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS) to become the first Invasive Wise Marina in the Central Kootenays and protect Slocan Lake from the threat of invasive species. British Columbia and the Kootenays are world-renowned for our rich aquatic environments, providing habitat for an incredible range of … Read more
The BC Ministry of Agriculture has had reports of the transport and sale of cut hay infested with armyworms. The Western yellowstriped armyworm is currently present only in the North Okanagan. It is not present in other parts of Interior B.C. and Coastal B.C. The BC Ministry of Agriculture is seeking the cooperation of all … Read more
Your summer 2019 update is now available by clicking here. What will you find in the Summer 2019 issue of CKISS’n Tell? Community Weed Pull – Call for Volunteers Invasive Wise Marina Program Outreach Booth Event Schedule Volunteer Award Clean Drain Dry program updates American Bullfrog updates CKISS operations – summer progress report If you … Read more
With boating season in full swing, the Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS) wants to remind water enthusiasts that boats and related equipment are key pathways for invasive species introduction into our precious waterbodies. The organization is asking BC boaters to educate themselves on how to Clean, Drain, Dry their boats and equipment when travelling … Read more
