Highly invasive plant; Yellow Flag Iris found at Summit Lake September 12, 2017…and ultimately disrupt an area’s ecosystem complexity. These disturbances result in reduced habitat suitability and support for wildlife – especially for breeding, staging, and migrating waterfowl. In addition, the plant… Read more
Kudos to FortisBC Inc. for removing invasive yellow flag iris from the Brilliant Dam debris boom! April 27, 2018…wildlife – especially for breeding, staging, and migrating waterfowl. In addition, the plant can sicken livestock if ingested and can cause skin irritation in humans. Yellow Flag Iris Infestation Proper… Read more
Volunteers in Creston help CKISS fill a trailer with invasive yellow flag iris! August 14, 2018The 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… Read more
May 25, 2019 – Play Clean Go Love your Trails Day! May 9, 2019…lunch please complete the registration form below. What to Bring Water bottle Coffee cup Garden gloves if you have them (CKISS can provide you with some as well) Your… Read more
Western yellowstriped armyworm larva STOP Western Yellowstriped Armyworm August 14, 2019…equipment, farm trucks and other equipment should be cleaned between farms. Clean hay equipment by spraying with air or water. Inspect equipment coming onto your property for worms. For more… Read more
photo: Alan Silvester September 12-14, 2019 – The 6th International Columbia River Transboundary Conference September 9, 2019…into British Columbia. Impacts of and response to invasive species including northern pike and invasive freshwater mussels Energy issues including: hydropower, energy efficiency, transmission and renewable resources in the United… Read more
St.Johns Wort (Hypericum perforatum) St. John’s Wort May 14, 2020…reproduction. The seeds are easily dispersed by wind, water, animals or human activity and can grow asexually without pollination (apomixes). The roots spread laterally and new plants can sprout from… Read more
Don’t Let it Loose! Never dump aquarium contents into natural areas. Your could be introducing an invasive species to the native ecosystem. July 31, 2020 – Don’t Let It Loose Outreach Booth at Castlegar Pet Stores July 27, 2020…to practice physical distancing in order to reduce the spread of Covid-19. Outreach Booth Details Location : Pet Valu Address: 2317 Columbia Ave, Castlegar Date: July 31, 2020 Time: 10:00-… Read more
CKISS Education Booth July 25, 2020 – Clean Drain Dry Education Booth at Village of Slocan Public Beach July 13, 2020With boating season well on it’s way it is time to enjoy the great lakes and rivers in our region, however invasive species can spread by hitchhiking onto watercraft. The… Read more
Yellow Flag Iris Infestation September 1, 2020 – Yellow Flag Iris Control Workshop August 31, 2020…a garden iris. Yellow Flag Iris How did Yellow Flag Iris get here? The invasive plant was introduced through the horticulture industry when gardeners planted it into their water gardens…. Read more