We all know the saying “One bad apple can spoil the bunch”; well one mussel-infested boat can devastate a province! It was a close call for BC waterways last week when a boat carrying zebra mussels was detected and decontaminated in Kelowna by one of six provincial Conservation Officer Service roving boat inspection crews. “If … Read more
Scorching, blazing, sizzling, blistering, oven like; take your pick to describe summer in B.C. Maybe you beat the heat by seeking out A/C, swimming holes and chilly beverages, but our cold – blooded fishy friends are not so lucky. The low snow year combined with prolonged high temperatures has resulted in drought like conditions. The Columbia River … Read more
What can leap over 2 meters? What has a fierce appetite and can gobble up an animal half it’s size in one bite? This wild animal is the American Bullfrog. Come find out other interesting facts about the invasive American Bullfrog, and participate in arts and crafts and fun activities at the Rossland museum on Tuesday Aug … Read more
On Saturday June 27th CKISS hosted a party at the Old Church Hall in Nelson to celebrate their 10 year anniversary. “The first portion of the day was the Biodiversity Bonanza, it was a fun filled and educational afternoon for kids of all ages. “ Executive Director Jennifer Vogel states. “There was an array of … Read more
Several years ago, Michael Lucid pulled to the side of the highway to watch hundreds of frogs hopping across the road. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game biologist didn’t realize it on that rainy, autumn night in Boundary County, but he was witnessing American bullfrogs’ aggressive, northward expansion. Bullfrogs, known for their distinctive croak, … Read more
Central Kootenay Invasive Plant Committee Employment Opportunity Position: Operations ProgramAssistant Number of Postions: 1 Start Date: Monday, May 11th,2015 Term: 14 weeks, 40 hours/week (with possible extension until August 28, 2015) Location: Worksites within theRegional District Central Kootenay and Regional District Kootenay Boundary Area A and B Wage: $15.00 per hour plus 4% holidaypay. Application … Read more
Job Title: Education Program Coordinator Remuneration: $25-$28/hour as an independent contractor or $22-$24 employee (based on experience) plus travel expense @ $0.55/km for use of personal vehicle Term: 24 hours/week, from May 4th-September 30th, 2015 Location: Regional District Central Kootenay or Regional District Kootenay Boundary Area A and B Conditions: Regular travel is required throughout … Read more
Central Kootenay Invasive Plant Committee Employment Opportunity Position: Education and Outreach Program Assistant Number of Positions: 1 Start Date: Monday, May 11th, 2015 Term: 14 weeks, 40 hours/week (with possible extension until August 28, 2015) Location: Worksites within the Regional District Central Kootenay and Regional District Kootenay Boundary Area A and B Wage: $15.00 per … Read more
Dear CKIPC members and partners, The Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Vogel as Executive Director of the Central Kootenay Invasive Plant Committee (CKIPC), effective February, 23, 2015. Jennifer has been working with the CKIPC for the last six years, starting as an Outreach and Education worker before becoming the … Read more
