Field notes from the Salish Sea aboard Achiever
Early morning, mid-October, I wake to the scent of coffee on Raincoast’s research and education vessel, Achiever.
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The story of Coastal Douglas-fir forests: The return of fire to the landscape
The third and last contribution of Parks Canada to The Story of the Coastal Douglas-fir (CDF) forests series, three scientists working in the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve share their knowledge of the legacy of fire in the region and explore the logistics and challenges of present day fire management.
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Islands Trust Conservancy supports protection of KELÁ_EKE Kingfisher Forest.
With just seven days left in our matching campaign, Islands Trust Conservancy (ITC) has announced a contribution of $5,000 from their Opportunity Fund to help us reach our final goal.
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We are offering gifts with KELÁ_EKE Kingfisher Forest donations to show our gratitude
Between now and June 8th, a limited amount of the following gifts will be available to those who make donations.
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A tribute to the kingfishers of KELÁ_EKE Kingfisher Forest
Our familiar belted kingfisher, in comparison, is part of the subfamily of “fishing kingfishers” (Subfamily Alcedininae), which inhabit streams, ponds, lakes, and marine shores and feed mostly on fish, amphibians, and aquatic invertebrates.
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Expedition with Indigenous women in the Salish Sea – request for applications
We are currently accepting applications from Indigenous people (specifically women, two-spirit and femme-identifying) to join us on board Raincoast’s education and research vessel, Achiever for a five-day expedition.
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The Gauntlet, a salmon story foretold
World Fish Migration Day celebrates the wonders of migratory fish and raises awareness of the many obstacles that can prevent them from reaching destinations in the rivers and the spawning grounds they seek.
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Fisheries management and Canada’s Wild Salmon Policy
There is no question that fisheries management presents complex biological, economic, and political challenges.
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Local businesses and entrepreneurs are helping advance the KELÁ_EKE Kingfisher Forest protection campaign
Small local businesses and entrepreneurs have been significant supporters.
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The story of Coastal Douglas-fir forests: The role of education, curiosity, and exploration in conservation
According to Parks Canada social scientist, Stephanie Coulson, rebuilding relationships between humans and place is essential to establishing a culture of conservation.
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Meet Chelsea Greer, Raincoast’s Wolf Conservation Program Coordinator
Chelsea Greer joined our team part time in 2020, while completing a master’s degree in Geography, and full time in spring of 2022! Chelsea brings a wealth of experience in animal behaviour, ethics, and conservation science. We posed some questions to her to get to know more about the skills she brings and what drew…
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Developing a management plan for S,DÁYES Flycatcher Forest
we are seeking public input to inform the management and restoration plan for this property as a first step in developing the stewardship ethos that will govern this forest for generations.
