Learn more about what we’re up too, by browsing our current events, blog, or Kootenay lake library.
Take part in the FOKL community by joining an event, making a donation or becoming a volunteer.
Convert your altered shoreline to a natural one, Shoreline restoration and resources (Kootenay Lake Partnership’s Shoreline Guidance Document), Wetland restoration
Working with the Kootenay Lake Partnership on the Lake Planning Process currently underway, Kootenay Lake Community Values Study.
Join Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society for our annual Kootenay Lake Summit, taking place November 15, 2026, at the Prestige Lakeside Resort in Nelson. This year’s theme, Synergy: Collabor...
Project Title: Shoreline Homeowner Outreach Project Film Issued By: Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society (FoKLSS) in collaboration with Yaqan Nukiy and Kootenay Lake Partnership (KLP) RFP Issu...
Help enhance wildlife habitat around Kootenay Lake by installing nesting boxes for local waterfowl and cavity-nesting birds. From May 21–23, volunteers will help place nesting boxes at properties th...
meters is the maximum depth
th largest lake in BC
km2 of drainage area
Species of fish
As friends of Kootenay Lake, we are dedicated to improving the health and stewardship of this waterbody. Together, with our volunteers, members, funders, and supporters we monitor wildlife and water quality, restore important habitats, clean shorelines, educate lake users, and empower local communities, First Nations, and stakeholders. But most importantly, we act as a voice for the lake, to ensure she thrives for future generations.
Film: Soraya Olszewski
Kootenay Lake Drone Footage: Douglas Noblet
Whether swimming, kayaking or fishing on Kootenay Lake, it’s always a fresh adventure. Some days it’s enough to just sit and watch shorebirds or the sunlight as it plays across the waves. Becoming a Friends of Kootenay Lake board member gave me the opportunity to learn more about the lake and meet others who are passionate about it. It’s satisfying to work on projects that will protect and enhance our lake environment.
Greg Utzig, FOKLSS Board Member
"I feel excited about the projects that are coming to life through the efforts of this organization and am proud to be a part of it. With a focus on the lake that connects us all, you are bound to find something of interest happening at FOKLSS. As with any good community, what you put in is what you get out" -
Tina Deenik - FOKLSS Board Member
