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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

The spring 2019 status report on the Provincial Mussel Defence Program was recently published on the program’s website.  The program’s goal is to prevent the introduction of invasive zebra and quagga mussels (ZQM) into B.C. by inspecting boats, monitoring lakes and educating the public.  Watercraft inspection stations are currently operating across the province.  As of …  Read more

On June 10 CKISS organized a community weed pull in Nakusp BC. During the event CKISS acknowledged the recipient of the 2018 Volunteer Award, Ruth Fraser. This passionate weed puller is an asset to the Nakusp that has been infested with scotch broom, baby’s breath and blue weed. Ruth can be spotted through out the …  Read more

Parks Canada is increasing efforts to prevent aquatic invasive species (AIS) from entering and spreading in Yoho and Kootenay national parks. Beginning June 14, 2019, self-certification of all watercraft (including canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards) and fishing gear will be mandatory for all rivers, lakes and streams in Yoho and Kootenay national parks. Visitors and …  Read more

To get British Columbians active in preventing and stopping the spread of harmful invasive species, the BC government has officially declared the entire month of May as Invasive Species Action Month for the fourth year running. The Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS)  coordinated a variety of local events, training workshops and community weed pulls …  Read more

We are planning a public event for all trail users on May 25 in Nelson BC.  The event will promote the PlayCleanGo campaign, an educational and outreach program for outdoor recreationalists. The goal is to encourage outdoor recreation, such as mountain biking, while protecting valuable natural resources through changes in public behaviour. Studies have shown …  Read more

Your spring 2019 update is now available by clicking here. What will you find in the Spring 2019 issue of CKISS’n Tell? CKISS AGM info Play Clean Go – Love Your Trails Day May is ‘Invasive Species Action Month’ Outreach Booth Spring and Summer Schedule NEW 5 year strategic plan If you want to receive …  Read more

To get British Columbians active in preventing and stopping the spread of harmful invasive species, the BC government has officially declared the entire month of May as Invasive Species Action Month for the fourth year running. The Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS) will be coordinating a variety of local events, training workshops and community …  Read more

With Earth Day just around the corner  a small but mighty army of volunteers from Selkirk College’s Adult Special Education (ASE) program helped CKISS remove invasive scotch broom on April 16, 2019. CKISS has been hosting community weed pulls at the scotch broom infestation located by the Kootenay Gallery for the past three years and …  Read more

Invasive species can out compete native species for resources and space, drastically lowering the biodiversity of ecosystems. Humans are the #1 way invasive species spread by ‘hitchhiking’ onto watercraft, clothing, vehicles and even your pet! Simple actions listed below are a free and easy ways to protect the native plants and animals found in your …  Read more