Whirling disease is a microscopic parasite that causes skeletal deformities , causing fish to whirl in a tail-chasing behaviour. It can potentially kill up to 90% of juveniles of trout, salmon, whitefish. On September 20, 2023 Park Officials reported a suspected case of the disease in Yoho National Park’s Emerald Lake. Further sampling and testing … Read more
Zebra and Quagga Mussels (ZQM) are aquatic invasive species that cause hundreds of millions of dollars in economic damage annually in North America. ZQM were introduced to the Great Lakes region in the 1980s by transcontinental shipping. Since then, ZQM have been found in over 24 American states as well as the Provinces of Ontario, … Read more
During the 2023 field season the CKISS team was out on the waters of Kootenay Lake conducting surveys for invasive purple loosestrife and yellow flag iris, as well as some riparian restoration. Things went swimmingly with some help from our friends at the Okanagan Nation Alliance, Nature Trust of BC, and Morrow BioScience! The crew … Read more
The Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS) is hosting two events in September that focus on protecting native ecosystems with hopes it will help residents reduce the climate anxiety they may be experiencing after B.C.’s most destructive wildfire season on record. The first event is a Field Tour where participants can load a free shuttle … Read more
Your Almost Fall 2023 edition of the CKISS’n Tell newsletter is now available by clicking here. What will you find in this issue of CKISS’nTell? Registration is open for the CKISS Field Tour, Fall Native Seed Collection Workshop, Taking booking for Fall STEMming with Invasives Youth Program Education Program Field Season Wrap Up, Invasive Plant … Read more
Your Summer 2023 edition of the CKISS’n Tell newsletter is now available by clicking here. What will you find in this issue of CKISS’nTell? Spotted lanternfly, Outreach Booth Summer Schedule, Community Weed Pulls, Meet the 2023 summer staff, If you want to receive our CKISS’n Tell newsletter you can either become a member by clicking … Read more
We are thrilled to kick off year two of the three year project Communities Protect Freshwater Together: Riparian Restoration in the Kootenay Region. The purpose of the project is to is to engage and inspire the local community to help protect freshwater quality through the restoration of critical water bodies and adjacent riparian habitat within … Read more
**UPDATE: The Program Assistant deadline has been extended and the IS Tech Position has been filled.** Do you want to help reduce the impact of invasive species on the ecosystems, communities, and economy of our region? Are you curious about invasive species in the Central Kootenay region? If so, there are exciting opportunities for you … Read more
Invasive Species Technicians Ellen Carpenter Ellen is originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba. After spending 6 years living in Canmore, she moved to Nelson to attend the Recreation, Fish and Wildlife program at Selkirk College. With a growing knowledge and fascination for everything wild, Ellen is excited for the opportunity to make a positive impact with CKISS … Read more
