By Laura Matthias and Carrina Maslovat Ecological reserves protect unique species or ecosystems, and do not allow intensive recreation, making them appropriate places for education and research projects. On the south-facing Garry oak slopes of the Mount Tuam Ecological Reserve, a team of scientists have been using environmental DNA (eDNA) to develop a protocol to find the secretive, …
About Get ready for Take Me Outside Day on October 20, 2021! Bring your positive attitude, remember that a rain jacket, and a warm pair of shoes. This event is for K-12 students, teachers, and parents to encourage outdoor education and promote the wonders nature has to offer. Sign up here! Get a break from the regular style of classroom activities to explore beautiful BC Parks in an inclusive and safe manner. Take Me Outside Day supports outdoor education and being a respectful steward in society and in nature, while having fun! The event hopes to “deepen your connections …
Maleen, Olivia and Julie are three of 86 youth who were employed in the BC Parks Student Ranger and Youth Employment Programs across the province this year. The Student Ranger Program is now in its fourth year and employs student ranger crews. The Youth Employment Program is in its second year and took a new …
Our parks play an important role in providing outdoor space and access to nature to the people of BC and visitors to our province. But what happens when we remove the people from those spaces and leave the parks to the wildlife? In 2020, the park system was closed, and Joffre Lakes Provincial Park did …
At BC Parks, we are committed to serving British Columbians by protecting natural features and providing diverse opportunities for outdoor recreation for current and future generations. BC Parks benefits tremendously from the contributions made by volunteers and in collaboration with other fantastic organizations. This July, I was able to join Surfrider Foundation, a renowned international …