Christmas Bird Count
The Kamloops Christmas Bird Count is scheduled for December 15 th . For those of you who may be interested, but have not taken part before, or don’t feel confident in your bird identification, let me put your mind at rest. The count takes place within a circle centered on the top of Mt. Dufferin with a 12 km radius. That circle is broken into 11 parts based on geographical features or roads. Participants work in small groups, with at least one accomplished birder in each group. The area can … Continue reading →
December Social and Nature Quiz
Heritage House Riverside Park, CanadaJoin us for our annual December social and nature quiz provided by Frank Ritcey. Bring a dessert to share.
Rick Howie BC Interior Swan and Eagle Count
Mark your calendars for this year's Rick Howie BC Interior Swan and Eagle Count : Jan 12, 2025. This Count will be the 51st for swans and the 31st for eagles. We will meet at back of the coliseum (i.e. Sandman Centre) and depart at 9:30 AM. There is no need to sign-up. We will organize ourselves in carpools and make our way up the Shuswap Road from Kamloops to Chase. Remember to dress for the weather and to bring your lunch. We should be back by around 4:00 PM, … Continue reading →
Annual General Meeting
St Paul's Cathedral 360 Nicola StreetPotluck and annual general meeting at St. Paul's Cathedral
February General Meeting
Heritage House Riverside Park, CanadaJacqueline Schoen: Short-Term Impacts of the Site C Dam on a Declining Aerial Insectivore: The Bank Swallow Hydroelectricity is one of the largest sources of renewable energy globally, and currently generates the majority of Canadian power. However, dams reduce water velocity slowing down erosion processes, reduce the availability of low-lying wetlands for foraging, and likely lead to accumulation of heavy metals in the environment. The Peace River is the site for BC Hydro’s third hydroelectric project, Site C dam. The Peace is also home to one of the largest populations … Continue reading →