Visitors and locals will pay more to camp in popular BC Parks campgrounds this year. The Ministry of Environment and Parks said in a media…
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Elk River on 2026 Most Endangered Rivers List
The Elk River is among the eight B.C. rivers on the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC’s (ORCBC) 2026 Most Endangered Rivers List. Tying for top…
Huge value in adventure tourism and outdoor rec in B.C.
By Outdoor Recreation Council of BC It was the bikes on cars that convinced Eric Vanderkruk that outdoor recreation was vital to his business. He…
Morrissey boat launch opening celebrated
One of the most loved and utilized river access sites along the Elk River was finally celebrated this past month after many years of hard…
A guidebook to harness power of outdoor recreation
Outdoor Recreation Council of BC launches practical new resource for building resilient rural recreation economies. From Cumberland to Valemount, rural communities in B.C. are harnessing…
Outdoor Rec Council launches new guide
British Columbia’s outdoor spaces are becoming more inclusive, thanks to a new guide from the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC (ORCBC). Outdoors for All: An…
ORCBC releases outdoor recreation research tools
The Outdoor Recreation Council of BC (ORCBC) is excited to announce the release of its latest resource, Conducting and Using Visitor and Recreational User Research. This…
ORC of BC launches new grant program
March 28 marked a significant milestone for outdoor enthusiasts across British Columbia as the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC (ORCBC) unveiled the launch of the Outdoor Recreation…
ORC releases new guide for outdoor stewardship actions
The Outdoor Recreation Council of British Columbia (ORCBC) launched a new ‘Stewardship Inspiration Guide’ November 2 to empower outdoor recreation groups and residents to become…
New fund to help improve access to outdoor recreation
Outdoor Recreation Council receives $10M grant to support volunteer groups The Outdoor Recreation Council of BC (ORCBC) will receive $10 million from the provincial government…