Anglers in the Kootenays are being asked to fish in the morning and early afternoon to protect fish from the effects of warm water later…
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Volunteers dive into annual Elk River shoreline cleanup
Last Sunday, on World Rivers Day, almost 100 volunteers gathered on a sunny fall morning to show their love for the Elk River by thoroughly…
Fishing closures enacted for some local streams
Various streams in British Columbia have been closed to angling due to high temperatures and drought conditions, including several in the East Kootenay. The following…
District bringing new drinking water well online
The District of Sparwood, Teck Resources Limited and the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy are working in partnership to bring Well #4 online…
Teamwork completes streamside restoration effort
It took a dozen Elk Valley residents digging into difficult rocky soil to complete the Elk River Watershed Alliance (ERA) stream habitat restoration and enhancement…
July in the East Kootenay
In the midst of winter I dream about July in the East Kootenay. I dream about forests thick with fresh tree and leaf stink. I…
Regulatory changes to angling management
Regulatory changes to Kootenay angling management announced today will help ensure a quality fishing experience, reduce crowding on popular rivers and support trout conservation, says…
Angling closures announced for south Kootenays
The Government of B.C. is suspending angling for the southern Kootenays due to ongoing warm water temperatures and low flows. Effective Aug. 15 through Sept….
Sparwood Council Facts
United Steelworkers Mr. Alex Hanson and Mr. Steve Kallies representing United Steelworkers (USW) Local 9346 made a presentation to District of Sparwood council Nov. 3…
Sparwood marks passing of Loretta Montemurro
All flags were lowered to half-mast on Tuesday, August 5, to mark the passing of former District of Sparwood Clerk/Administrator Loretta Montemurro, who served the…