FoKLSS is now on the map!
Friends of Kootenay Lake has just joined the newly launched Movement Map, as one of over 11,664 organizations working on the UN Sustainable Development Goals in Canada. The Movement Map is a project ...
15 July, 2019
Welcome to Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society, a place to learn and take part in your local water.
Learn More
Learn more about what we’re up too, by browsing our current events, blog, or Kootenay lake library.
Get Involved
Take part in the FOKL community by joining an event, making a donation or becoming a volunteer.
FOKLSS Initiatives
Learn more about our key activities on the lake
The Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society have been busy beavers and have developed the following 4 main initiatives to increase stewardship and protection of the Lake:
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.
News & Blog
FOKLSS News & Stories from the Field
July Membership Promotion!
From July 4th – August 4th every membership purchase or renewal will receive a coupon for 15% off a FoKLSS hat and a free sticker! You can buy online or in person at our many outreach events thi...
04 July, 2019
Water Security for Canadians: Solutions for Canada’s Emerging Water Crisis
This concept note outlines how the federal government can provide leadership and better exercise its jurisdiction to help prevent Canada’s emerging water crisis. It proposes a number of specific and...
03 July, 2019
Since the creation of FOKLSS in 2012 we’ve come a long way!
Friendly facts about Kootenay Lake
154
meters is the maximum depth
5
th largest lake in BC
7771
km2 of drainage area
22
Species of fish
Learn from the local experts
Watch the Video
Here is a short film on the Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society and the importance of lake stewardship. Here is a short film on the Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society and the importance of lake stewardship. Here is a short film on the Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society and the importance of lake stewardship.
