In Our Backyard: Veery
February 7, 2025The Veery in the Thompson-Nicola Region: A Glimpse into a Secretive Songbird The Thompson-Nicola region is host to the elusive veery (Catharus fuscescens), a small thrush renowned for its haunting,...
Balancing Biodiversity Conservation with Development Pressure in Urban Landscapes Webinar Series, Feb 4-Mar 18, 2025
January 30, 2025Join us for a comprehensive webinar series exploring the complex challenges of balancing rapid development with biodiversity conservation. As housing demands surge, municipal and regional jurisdictions face increasing pressure to...
In Our Backyard: Spotted Owl
January 6, 2025The Enigmatic Spotted Owl: A Symbol of Old-Growth Forests in the Thompson-Nicola The spotted owl (Strix occidentalis) is a captivating and elusive bird, a true denizen of old-growth forests, including...
In Our Backyard: Rusty Cord-Moss
December 5, 2024The rusty cord-moss (Entosthodon rubiginosus) is a small, endangered moss species found in specific saline and alkaline environments within the Thompson-Nicola region of British Columbia. This delicate plant, often overlooked...
Creating a Home for Spadefoot Toads
November 8, 2024Discover how a collaborative effort between the Kamloops Naturalist Club, the Four Wheel Drive Association of BC, and other conservation partners is making a significant impact on biodiversity. By creating...
In Our Backyard: Williamson’s Sapsucker
November 8, 2024The Williamson’s sapsucker (Sphyrapicus thyroideus) is a captivating woodpecker that graces the mountainous landscapes of western North America, including the Thompson-Nicola region of British Columbia. This species is renowned for...
TNCC Fall Partner Meeting 2024
November 8, 2024The Thompson-Nicola Conservation Collaborative (TNCC) held its Fall Partner Meeting on October 23rd, 2024, at the West Highlands Community Centre in Kamloops. Project Presentations Focused project presentations kicked off with...
In Our Backyard: Western Yellow-bellied (North American) Racer
October 9, 2024The Western yellow-bellied racer or North American racer (Coluber constrictor) is a slender, agile snake found in the dry grasslands of British Columbia’s southern interior. Racers have been seen moving...
