Zebra & Quagga Mussels (Dreisssena polmorpha & Dreissena bugenis) An early Christmas present for the Central and West Kootenay Region. Our lakes are invasive mussel free……for now! December 3, 2018…once established in a waterbody. Invasive mussels can cause all of the following impacts: Clog water supply systems & hydropower facilities, increasing costs to the consumer Harm drinking water quality… Read more
New Zealand Mudsnail July 17, 2019…Alters aquatic ecosystem dynamics Threatens fisheries in locations where it has established Can clog water pipes and irrigation systems Reproduce rapidly by asexual means so a single individual can be… Read more
New Clean, Drain Dry sign installed at the pubic boat launch in Kalso. This is one of seven new signs going up in our region. New signs remind BC boaters to Clean, Drain, Dry their boat and equipment to protect our waters from aquatic invasive species August 1, 2019…can also hit the pocket book by clogging irrigation systems and drains, resulting in increased maintenance costs. Eurasian water reduces biological diversity and decreases water quality by out-competing native plants… Read more
Composting 101 Webinar available NOW on the CKISS You Tube Channel October 19, 2020Watch our webinar to learn why you should compost? How to start composting? How does compost help your soil health? How to maintain a healthy compost? How to keep wildlife… Read more
Saturday June 5, 2021 – CKISS Outreach Booth @ the Creston Farmer’s Market for BC Trails Day May 10, 2021…are a hiker, mountain biker or ATV user we want to talk to you about the simple actions you can take to protect our trails systems and the ecosystems that… Read more
Invasive Asian Clams Confirmed in Central Kootenay Region June 11, 2021…biodiversity and human infrastructure. The clams can clog water treatment systems, contaminate drinking water, and negatively alter aquatic ecosystems by competing with native species for food and habitat. Public urged… Read more
Butterfly Bush (Buddleja davidii) Butterfly Bush August 11, 2021…Outcompetes native shrubs and plants, which are essential food sources for caterpillars. Can clog river systems. May alter soil nutrients Status in the CKISS region There is currently insufficient information… Read more
Mountain bluet January 11, 2022…many types of ecosystems. It can grow earlier in the spring and later in the fall than native plant communities, giving it a competitive advantage. It can outcompete native species,… Read more
CKISS seeking Volunteers to help protect Kootenay Lake from Aquatic Invasive Species May 16, 2022…are a concern because they can clog water treatment systems, contaminate drinking water, and negatively alter aquatic ecosystems by competing with native species for food and habitat. Invasive plants like… Read more
September 23, 2023 – Native Plant Seed Collection Workshop – Workshop is now FULL but you can join the waiting list September 1, 2023…ecosystems. Green Your Space: Take home native seeds, nurturing vibrant local flora and fauna in your garden. Be the Change: Connect with biodiversity, partake in restoration, deepen native plant understanding,… Read more