Summer Newsletter In this edition… Field Program Update Summer Field Work Video Aquatic Outreach Update Invasive Mussel Sampling Update IAPP Workshop Success Outreach Activities Field Program Update Laura Gaster (above with poison hemlock) and our CSISS summer interns have Read more…
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society JOB TITLE: Invasive Species Program Assistant JOB REFERENCE: #001 LOCATION: Columbia-Shuswap CLOSING DATE: March 4, 2019 EMPLOYMENT DURATION: 4-month (May-August), 30-35hrs/week, wage $16.30/hour (pending funding), POSITIONS: 1-2 positions (pending funding) JOB LOCATION: Worksites within the Columbia Shuswap Regional District. Main office in Revelstoke, BC but travel required Read more…
Event Details: Date: Thursday March 7, 2019 Time: Operational Planning Meeting 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Lunch (provided) from 12:00pm-1:00pm Time: Annual Land Manager Meeting 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Location: Revelstoke Community Centre, MacPherson Room, 600 Campbell Ave. Revelstoke, BC. Operational Planning Meeting: We are reviewing the Columbia Shuswap 2014-2019 Operational Plan in Read more…
Happy New Year! That’s a wrap on 2018, we had a fantastic year thanks to dedicated staff, board of directors and volunteers. See highlights from the year, our annual report and 2019 plans below. Access our Annual Report here: 2018 Annual Report Read more…
Great News for Columbia Shuswap Watersheds: No invasive mussels detected in 2018! We are thrilled to announce that all 22 water bodies tested across the Columbia Shuswap Region were free of Zebra and Quagga mussels! Fresh water bodies are not only vital for recreation Read more…
In this issue CSISS end of season updates Garden and yard cleanup Indoor plants and floral arrangements Knotweed treatment – what to expect Pet ownership – do’s and don’ts Partner news and job opportunities CSISS End of Season Updates CSISS had a very busy summer season this year. With 6 full time Read more…
Check out the CSISS Strategic Plan for 2019 to 2024 to learn more about CSISS’ goals and objectives for the next 5 years! Congratulations also to our elected CSISS Board of Directors from our recent AGM on September 25, 2018: Hamish Kassa, Chair Chris Cochran, Vice Chair Darren Komonoski Natalie Stafl Adam Read more…
CSISS Midsummer Newsletter In this edition: Hitting the trails this season? what you need to know. Invasives and property management Preventing invasive mussels Habitat restoration at McGuire Lake in Salmon Arm Being Plant Wise – avoiding planting the invasives in your garden Check out our outreach booth at events and street Save Read more…
With the warm weather favouring backyard gardeners and water garden enthusiasts, the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society (CSISS) is reminding the public to be careful when selecting plants and animals for their ponds and gardens. “Water garden species can be lovely, but those with invasive tendencies can cause major Read more…