It’s back to school time here in the Kootenays! We thought this would be a perfect time to highlight two teaches who proved you do not have to be a botanists or biologists to bring the topic of native and invasive species into the classroom during the 2017/2018 school year. We applaud the environmental education … Read more
We are thrilled to share with you our 2017 annual summary report. It is filled with fantastic photos, interesting facts and messages from both our Chair and Executive Director. What will you find in the report? Invasive plant management & highlights Zebra and quagga mussel monitoring highlights American bullfrog eradication highlights Overview of education and … Read more
With boating season in full swing we here at CKISS want to remind water enthusiasts that boats have been identified as a key pathway for invasive species spread into our precious waterways. Please educate yourself on how to Clean, Drain, Dry your boat and equipment to prevent the spread & protect our waters. So What’s … Read more
The Creston Valley Wildlife Center is a wetland of international importance because the area has productive wildlife and waterfowl habitat. Sadly a portion of the wetland has been invaded by yellow flag iris, the plant colonizes and spreads in dense stands, out-competing native wetland plants and reducing habitat and resources available for wildlife. Luckily the … Read more
Your Summer 2018 update is now available by clicking here. Some highlights in our Summer 2018 issue of CKISS’n Tell are….. These plants may be beautiful, but be aware! Public is warned that invasive plants can be found for sale in the Kootenay region. Where can you find the CKISS outreach booth this summer? Volunteers wanted … Read more
The introduction of invasive Eurasian water milfoil (EWM) in the Robson Reach section of the Lower Columbia River has resulted in ideal spawning habitat for invasive northern pike (Esox lucius). Northern pike were first found within the Columbia River in 2010 and are ravenous and highly predatory, having the ability to devastate local fish populations. … Read more
With the warm weather favouring BC’s backyard and water garden enthusiasts, the Invasive Species Council of BC (ISCBC) and the Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS) is reminding the public to be careful when selecting plants for their ponds and gardens. “Over 60% of invasive plants are spread by people through our everyday activities including … Read more
Invasive knotweed has been accurately described as the plant that is eating B.C. It breaks through infrastructure, chokes out waterways, and what’s more: you pay for it. The damage done to roads and sewer infrastructure are repaired with taxpayer dollars. Property values are impacted as knotweed will invade gardens and grow through cement structures including … Read more
Invasive American bullfrogs are now migrating from Idaho into the Creston area. This is bad news for local ecosystems, and native amphibians that call the Creston Valley home. The American bullfrog is listed as one of the 100 worst alien invasive species internationally due to its adaptable, prolific, competitively exclusive, and predatory nature. Another concern … Read more
