Get To Know The Wildlife Of Castlegar
Story by Jenny Wallace, Castlegar's Wildsafe Community Coordinator Castlegar and the West Kootenay region of British Columbia is like the African savanna when it comes to wildlife. Some of the largest creatures on the continent live here and many are unique to this area of the world. In this…
Stefanie Harron Shares Her Wildlife Photography Secrets
The modern age can learn a lot from Stefanie Harron. The Castlegar-based photographer specializes in wildlife and astral photography and for both disciplines she says the ability to sit still and be patient is an asset. A graduate of video journalism at George Brown College in Toronto, Stefanie…
Where To See Wildlife In The Fall in Castlegar
Autumn is a special time in Castlegar: the deciduous trees and the Larch turn every shade of yellow, red and orange, the air is pleasantly cool but the sun still shines bright, and it’s the best season to spot all manner of wildlife in and around the city. “The Fall is such a great time for…
The Best Birdwatching Spots In Castlegar
There’s a special poetry in the names of birds: Barrow’s Goldeneye, Cinnamon Teal, Savannah Sparrow, Snow Bunting, Loggerhead Shrike. It’s no wonder people become captivated by bird watching: describing the names of those you’ve spotted is a joy onto itself. It’s as if the words themselves are…