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Invasive species are the second greatest threat to biodiversity after habitat loss. Every year the BC government declares May ‘Invasive Species Action Month’ recognizing the impact on BC’s environment, economy, society, and human health. Preventing the introduction and spread of invasive species is possible with growing awareness, education, and management of human behaviours, practices, and …  Read more

Your Earth Day 2023 edition of the CKISS’n Tell newsletter is now available by clicking here. What will you find in this issue of CKISS’nTell? Earth Day Giveaway, Outreach Booth Events, Spring EcoGarden Webinar, Save the Date: CKISS AGM & Speaker Series and How to show your support of CKISS to the Trust If you …  Read more

The financial support from the Columbia Basin Trust (the Trust) has been integral to CKISS’ work to keep ecosystems healthy and economies thriving through education and effective invasive species management in the Central Kootenay region. The Trust is writing a new Columbia Basin Management Plan and is seeking community feedback to help shape this plan. …  Read more

Your Winter 2023 edition of the CKISS’n Tell newsletter is now available by clicking here. What will you find in this issue of CKISS’nTell? CKISS is hiring Land Managers meeting Bullfrog virtual update Education programs to get involved with: Community Weed Pulls & STEMming with Invasives Youth Program RDCK Invasive Species Strategy Implementation Plan Field …  Read more

Are you curious about invasive species in the Central Kootenay region? Do you want to help reduce the impact of invasive species on the ecosystems, communities, and economy of our region? If so, there are exciting opportunities for you to join the team at CKISS! We are currently looking for an Assistant Field Program Manager, …  Read more

Live decorations, like trees and wreaths, can introduce invasive species to a new area because they may have invasive species hiding in their branches, leaves, and needles. There is also a chance that you or a craftsperson used invasive plant materials in wreaths or flower arrangements. To reduce the chance of introducing invasive plants into …  Read more

Homemade wreaths and centerpieces made from natural materials can be beautiful, but ensure that you use invasive-free materials. Some common invasive species traditionally used for holiday décor are English ivy and holly. Ivy in particular has become problematic on the West Coast of B.C., where the escaped garden ornamental has taken over natural spaces. Some people in our area have used …  Read more

Lake monitoring continues to be a vital component of the B.C. Invasive Mussel Defence Program.  Between mid-June and the end of October staff and contractors from the Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS) collected 265 samples from local lakes and rivers in order to detect the presence of invasive zebra and quagga mussels (Dreissena polymorpha …  Read more