Managing the risk of aquatic invasive species (AIS) is a high priority for Parks Canada and is a shared concern among Canadians and the visitors…
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Avalanche warning for mountain parks
There is a Special Public Avalanche Warning in effect for Kootenay, Banff, Yoho and Jasper National Parks, Kananaskis Country, and areas immediately adjacent until the…
Special Public Avalanche Warning issued
Avalanche Canada, in partnership with Parks Canada, is issuing a Special Public Avalanche Warning for recreational backcountry users across numerous forecast regions in B.C. and…
High avalanche hazard and delays in mountain parks
Parks Canada would like to advise travellers to expect delays if travelling through Banff, Yoho and Kootenay national parks this weekend. An incoming weather system…
Extreme avalanche conditions for mountain national parks
Heavy snowfall in Banff, Yoho and Kootenay national parks yesterday combined with warm temperatures and moderate to strong winds have elevated the avalanche hazard. Parks…
High avalanche risk for most of region
Most of the East Kootenay is now under a high avalanche risk, according to Avalanche Canada this morning (Feb. 2). There is a high avalanche…
Avalanche hazards rising; parkway closed
Highway 93 through Kootenay National Park is currently closed because of high avalanche hazard. The closure covers the road from Radium Hot Springs to the…
One week to go for Species at Risk engagement
The provincial government’s public consultation on B.C. species at risk wraps up on Nov. 30, giving the public just one more week to provide feedback…
The Adventures of Tube Sausage n Ozzy
Kootenay Crust By Ian Cobb I grew up in a dog kennel. My parents owned a boarding kennel and raised corgis and beagles. At its…
KNP trail closing for bridge replacement
The Stanley Glacier trail in Kootenay National Park (KNP) will be closed from July 16 to August 31 to facilitate a bridge replacement. Pursuant to…