The Rise of Environmental Art by Allie Harrison Since early human history, artistic practices have been closely connected to nature. During the Stone Age, early humans painted animals and human figures on cave walls using natural pigments from clay, minerals, or charcoal,...
This winter, join FoKLSS for a hands-on and inspiring Wetland Stewardship Event Series. From celebrating World Wetlands Day by building habitat for Wood Ducks, to exploring wetland conservation through film, and gaining practical monitoring skills in the Harrop Wetland, these events...
Is boating a part of your life on Kootenay Lake? Note these important changes that've been made to the Pleasure Craft Licensing process as of December 31, 2025. For those unfamiliar, a pleasure craft licence is a required document that is displayed...
Greg Utzig has been a cornerstone of Friends of Kootenay Lake Since its founding in 2012, Greg has brought decades of scientific expertise, deep regional knowledge, and unwavering commitment to FoKLSs and lake stewardship. A long-standing member of our Science Advisory...
The 2025 field season marked another year of steady, science-guided progress in the Harrop wetland. Building on several years of collaborative stewardship, FoKLSS staff and volunteers focused on reducing the ecological pressure of Reed Canary Grass (RCG) while strengthening habitat...
As The Seasons Shift, so Too Does Our Team This winter, we take a moment to reflect with gratitude as we say farewell to Grace, whose passion and dedication have left a lasting mark on Friends of Kootenay Lake, while also...
The Board, under direction from the International Joint Commission (IJC), is reviewing the 1938 Order of Approval, to consider ways of modernizing the management of Kootenay Lake. Now what is the 1938 Order of Approval? This order sets specific limits...
This Giving Tuesday, we’re inviting our community to come together in support of Kootenay Lake! A place we all love and cherish. From shoreline cleanups and habitat restoration, to community science, education, and watershed protection, Friends of Kootenay Lake works year-round...
If you've always wanted to show your love of Kootenay Lake on your chest, or wear your FOKLSS heart on your sleeve, now's your chance. Thanks to volunteer board member Joelle Burnie and the help of Spring Creative, we have hot...
