By Nicole Trigg Kootenay Conservation Program Eight important local conservation projects were recently approved by the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) to receive funding…
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Cooperation key to stopping spread of invasives in region
Faces & Places: Kendal Benesh By Nicole Trigg Kootenay Conservation Program An appreciation and love for the natural world is what led Kendal Benesh into…
EKISC’s Oct. 7 AGM virtual
This year’s East Kootenay Invasive Species Council (EKISC) annual general meeting will be held virtually on Oct. 7, starting at 1 p.m. (MST). The AGM…
Landscapes, water and wildlife supported by local fund
By Nicole Trigg Kootenay Conservation Program Eight important conservation projects were recently approved by the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) to receive funding from…
EKISC holding cover shot contest
The East Kootenay Invasive Species Council (EKISC) is looking for a feature photo for its 2019 Annual Report. If you’ve got a beautiful scenic shot…
Invasive Weed Agriculture Symposium at Fort Steele
The 2019 Agricultural Learning Symposium on Invasive Weed Management, being held Nov. 21 at Fort Steele, incorporates a number of speakers and presentations into one event. The…
Invasive plants management showcased at open house
As part of the City of Fernie’s invasive plant management plan and in response to concerns from residents regarding invasive plant infestations within the city,…
Fighting back against invasive weeds
Spotted knapweed Almost any farmer or rancher you talk to has a problem weed. In the East Kootenay you’ll often hear people cursing spotted knapweed…
Plants that sting and burn
What to be cautious of and how to identify dangerous plants A recent post on an Elk Valley local’s Facebook page has gone viral after…
Tackling spreading invasive knapweed along Columbia Lake
Knapweed is spreading along Columbia Lake’s shore, and it is affecting the shoreline stability and plant diversity. On July14, 10 volunteers from the Columbia Lake…