Rivershed News: August 2018 newsletter
Our August newsletter is out and it’s chock full of RSBC news and events! View it here.
Williams Lake pair to immerse themselves in challenges facing Fraser River
Lisa Bland and Oliver Berger are heading to Mt. Robson to start their month-long trip on the Fraser River. The trip is part of the Rivershed Society of British Columbia’s 2018 Sustainable Living Leadership Program. From the Williams Lake Tribune original…
One student shares their experience with our inaugural Rivers Clinic for Environmental Leaders program
2018 marked the beginning of a new 3-day outdoor educational program for the Rivershed Society of BC. Named the Rivers Clinic for Environmental Leaders (RCEL), the program was developed by Sustainable Living Leadership Program (SLLP) 2016 grads, Megan Rempel and Petra…
Where are they now? An SLLP Alumni Feature: Colin O’Neil
Blog post by: Richelle Giberson I can honestly say that the SLLP has inspired me in all aspects of my life, big and small.” – Colin O’Neil, 2013 SLLP Alumn We recently caught up with Colin O’Neil, an alumn from…
2018 BC Endangered Rivers List
MEDIA RELEASE from the Outdoor Recreation Council of British Columbia (ORC) Steelhead Rivers along with “Heart of the Fraser” top BC’s 2018 most endangered rivers list. Waterways listed include the Fraser, Thompson, Chilcotin, Gold, Seymour, Cowichan, Peace and Kettle rivers.…
Help us promote our Sustainable Living Leadership Program (SLLP)
The goal of the SLLP is to have alumni in each of the Fraser River Basin’s 34 riversheds within this generation. Since 2002, 94 community leaders have graduated from this amazing program. We want all regions of the Fraser River…
2017 SLLP Cancelled
Due to the wild fire situation in BC’s interior, we have had to cancel this year’s SLLP. While this was a difficult decision, we felt it had to be made. We could not risk the health and well-being of our…
In need of storage space
We are looking for a 10’x15′ (or similar) space for SLLP gear and other RSBC materials. There are two full pallets we need to store, ideally in a dry, heated, indoor location. If you are able to help with a storage…
Winners announced for the Win a Day on the Fraser contest
In March, we announced a contest we were running called “Win a Day on the Fraser River” to encourage our supporters to help us promote the Sustainable Living Leadership Program (SLLP). Today, we are announcing the winners: FIRST PRIZE: The…
Pledge to Vote for Water
Together we can make defending water in B.C. a priority for our next government. Freshwater in British Columbia supports diverse ecosystems, a vibrant economy, spaces for recreation and connection, and drinking water for millions of people. However, despite the fundamental…
