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Fisheries and Oceans Canada is consulting on support for Southern Resident Killer Whales, including adjustments to recreational & commercial salmon fishing, increased approach distances, & restrictions on wash water discharge from ships. Have your say by October 31, 2025.
bcwf.bc.ca/dfo-consider...
bcwf.bc.ca/dfo-consider...
October 16, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Fisheries and Oceans Canada is consulting on support for Southern Resident Killer Whales, including adjustments to recreational & commercial salmon fishing, increased approach distances, & restrictions on wash water discharge from ships. Have your say by October 31, 2025.
bcwf.bc.ca/dfo-consider...
bcwf.bc.ca/dfo-consider...
All six BCWS Fire Centres supported successful prescribed fire projects in the spring of 2025, applying fire to over 4,000 hectares across the province, in partnership with local governments, First Nations, and community partners, including the B.C. Wildlife Federation. bcwf.bc.ca/cultural-and...
August 26, 2025 at 1:24 PM
All six BCWS Fire Centres supported successful prescribed fire projects in the spring of 2025, applying fire to over 4,000 hectares across the province, in partnership with local governments, First Nations, and community partners, including the B.C. Wildlife Federation. bcwf.bc.ca/cultural-and...
"This is what we're about," said BCWF Region 2 President, Chris Albrecht, at the Fishing Forever Abbotsford event last weekend. "Seeing all these people who might not be able to get out fishing otherwise enjoying a day outdoors with their families... it's incredible." bcwf.bc.ca/fishingforever
June 6, 2025 at 7:18 PM
"This is what we're about," said BCWF Region 2 President, Chris Albrecht, at the Fishing Forever Abbotsford event last weekend. "Seeing all these people who might not be able to get out fishing otherwise enjoying a day outdoors with their families... it's incredible." bcwf.bc.ca/fishingforever
This is your LAST CHANCE to get tickets for 2025 Big Prize Bonanza lottery! You could win one of five incredible outdoor packages, and our 50/50 jackpot has passed $260,000! Ticket sales close TODAY, Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. so get your tickets at bcwflottery.com
May 28, 2025 at 2:01 PM
This is your LAST CHANCE to get tickets for 2025 Big Prize Bonanza lottery! You could win one of five incredible outdoor packages, and our 50/50 jackpot has passed $260,000! Ticket sales close TODAY, Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. so get your tickets at bcwflottery.com
If you have been intrigued by the concept of using a bow and arrow – this is the class for you! Learn your dominant eye, range safety, and 11 steps to archery success, then practice your techniques on flat and 3D targets!
Register now for June 21, Sept 6, or Oct 4 at bcwf.bc.ca/wow-workshops/
Register now for June 21, Sept 6, or Oct 4 at bcwf.bc.ca/wow-workshops/
May 23, 2025 at 10:33 PM
If you have been intrigued by the concept of using a bow and arrow – this is the class for you! Learn your dominant eye, range safety, and 11 steps to archery success, then practice your techniques on flat and 3D targets!
Register now for June 21, Sept 6, or Oct 4 at bcwf.bc.ca/wow-workshops/
Register now for June 21, Sept 6, or Oct 4 at bcwf.bc.ca/wow-workshops/
Tune in to Sam Foster's dissertation defense on Friday, May 9 at 10:00 AM PDT! Sam is part of the SIMDeer Camera Project, analyzing how human disturbance impacts wildlife. Learn more about the project at bcwf.bc.ca/initiatives/...
May 9, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Tune in to Sam Foster's dissertation defense on Friday, May 9 at 10:00 AM PDT! Sam is part of the SIMDeer Camera Project, analyzing how human disturbance impacts wildlife. Learn more about the project at bcwf.bc.ca/initiatives/...
BCWF welcomes Dr. Marvin Rosenau as Freshwater Fisheries Chair! Read more about Dr. Marvin Rosenau and how he will support our clubs and members here: bcwf.bc.ca/bcwf-welcome...
March 26, 2025 at 7:37 PM
BCWF welcomes Dr. Marvin Rosenau as Freshwater Fisheries Chair! Read more about Dr. Marvin Rosenau and how he will support our clubs and members here: bcwf.bc.ca/bcwf-welcome...
The Lower Similkameen Indian Band ignited a prescribed cultural burn on up to 280 hectares of grassland and brush in the West Chopaka area between Osoyoos and Cawston to mitigate wildfire risk and enhance wildlife habitat.
bcwf.bc.ca/cultural-bur...
bcwf.bc.ca/cultural-bur...
March 12, 2025 at 11:38 PM
The Lower Similkameen Indian Band ignited a prescribed cultural burn on up to 280 hectares of grassland and brush in the West Chopaka area between Osoyoos and Cawston to mitigate wildfire risk and enhance wildlife habitat.
bcwf.bc.ca/cultural-bur...
bcwf.bc.ca/cultural-bur...
Registration is over half full for our spring Women Outdoors Weekend, taking place at Camp Imadene from April 11 to 13!
From archery and hiking to foraging and off-roading, there’s something for everyone, ensuring an adventure tailored to your interests.
Learn more at bcwf.bc.ca/wow-weekends
From archery and hiking to foraging and off-roading, there’s something for everyone, ensuring an adventure tailored to your interests.
Learn more at bcwf.bc.ca/wow-weekends
February 28, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Registration is over half full for our spring Women Outdoors Weekend, taking place at Camp Imadene from April 11 to 13!
From archery and hiking to foraging and off-roading, there’s something for everyone, ensuring an adventure tailored to your interests.
Learn more at bcwf.bc.ca/wow-weekends
From archery and hiking to foraging and off-roading, there’s something for everyone, ensuring an adventure tailored to your interests.
Learn more at bcwf.bc.ca/wow-weekends
We've launched the Big Prize Bonanza & Big Bucks 50/50! We have sourced six incredible prizes: drive away in a Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew, gear up for your next trip into the backcountry, or set sail on a fishing adventure! And you can also win Big Bucks in our 50/50 jackpot! bcwflottery.com
February 27, 2025 at 3:21 PM
We've launched the Big Prize Bonanza & Big Bucks 50/50! We have sourced six incredible prizes: drive away in a Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew, gear up for your next trip into the backcountry, or set sail on a fishing adventure! And you can also win Big Bucks in our 50/50 jackpot! bcwflottery.com
BC Parks recorded more than 20.5 million visits to 251 parks in 2023/24. The provincial parks system boasts extraordinary satisfaction ratings from users for Ease of Access (87.9%), Sense of Security (87.4%), and Cleanliness (86.9%).
Read the latest statistics here: bit.ly/4g625oh
Read the latest statistics here: bit.ly/4g625oh
February 27, 2025 at 3:18 PM
BC Parks recorded more than 20.5 million visits to 251 parks in 2023/24. The provincial parks system boasts extraordinary satisfaction ratings from users for Ease of Access (87.9%), Sense of Security (87.4%), and Cleanliness (86.9%).
Read the latest statistics here: bit.ly/4g625oh
Read the latest statistics here: bit.ly/4g625oh
The 3rd Annual Advancing Women in Conservation Summit, hosted by the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation & BCWF, will be happening April 4-6, 2025! This weekend will focus on addressing challenges, enhancing leadership skills, and fostering a strong community for women in conservation. swf.sk.ca/awic/
February 12, 2025 at 6:08 PM
The 3rd Annual Advancing Women in Conservation Summit, hosted by the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation & BCWF, will be happening April 4-6, 2025! This weekend will focus on addressing challenges, enhancing leadership skills, and fostering a strong community for women in conservation. swf.sk.ca/awic/
Today, February 11, 2025, is the United Nations International Day of Women and Girls in Science. About 3/4 of the staff at the BCWF are women, all of whom work hard for conservation across the province. Read why a career in STEM is so important to them on our blog: bcwf.bc.ca/happy-intern...
February 11, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Today, February 11, 2025, is the United Nations International Day of Women and Girls in Science. About 3/4 of the staff at the BCWF are women, all of whom work hard for conservation across the province. Read why a career in STEM is so important to them on our blog: bcwf.bc.ca/happy-intern...
Enjoy an all-inclusive outdoor skills weekend for women, including courses on hiking and wilderness safety, archery and fire starting, fly-fishing, canoeing, and even learn how to build a bat box! Learn more and register at bcwf.bc.ca/wow-weekends/
February 11, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Enjoy an all-inclusive outdoor skills weekend for women, including courses on hiking and wilderness safety, archery and fire starting, fly-fishing, canoeing, and even learn how to build a bat box! Learn more and register at bcwf.bc.ca/wow-weekends/
Registration is now open for our spring Women Outdoors Weekend, taking place at Mesachie Lake from April 11 to 13 including courses on hiking and wilderness safety, fly-fishing, canoeing, and even learn how to build a bat box! Learn more and register at bcwf.bc.ca/wow-weekends/
February 5, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Registration is now open for our spring Women Outdoors Weekend, taking place at Mesachie Lake from April 11 to 13 including courses on hiking and wilderness safety, fly-fishing, canoeing, and even learn how to build a bat box! Learn more and register at bcwf.bc.ca/wow-weekends/
The 3rd Annual Advancing Women in Conservation Summit, hosted by the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation & BCWF, will be happening April 4-6, 2025! This weekend will focus on addressing challenges, enhancing leadership skills, and fostering a strong community for women in conservation. swf.sk.ca/awic/
January 31, 2025 at 9:59 PM
The 3rd Annual Advancing Women in Conservation Summit, hosted by the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation & BCWF, will be happening April 4-6, 2025! This weekend will focus on addressing challenges, enhancing leadership skills, and fostering a strong community for women in conservation. swf.sk.ca/awic/
Jesse Zeman testified before the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans Canada on Dec 9, 2024, addressing changes to the Fisheries act, the risk invasive species pose on our fisheries, and a lack of enforcement.
Read the full transcript: bcwf.bc.ca/bcwf-testifi...
Read the full transcript: bcwf.bc.ca/bcwf-testifi...
January 20, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Jesse Zeman testified before the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans Canada on Dec 9, 2024, addressing changes to the Fisheries act, the risk invasive species pose on our fisheries, and a lack of enforcement.
Read the full transcript: bcwf.bc.ca/bcwf-testifi...
Read the full transcript: bcwf.bc.ca/bcwf-testifi...
"I think what we’re trying to get across here is that there’s a big place called Ottawa, and it is out of touch with communities and people who have their hands in the ground and are working together. That is one of the missing pieces in this Bill." bcwf.bc.ca/bcwf-testifi...
January 14, 2025 at 5:38 PM
"I think what we’re trying to get across here is that there’s a big place called Ottawa, and it is out of touch with communities and people who have their hands in the ground and are working together. That is one of the missing pieces in this Bill." bcwf.bc.ca/bcwf-testifi...
Registration is open for the BCWF AGM & Convention - taking place April 24 to 26 in Dawson Creek, B.C.
Hear from Director Rob Chipman why he thinks our AGM is well worth attending every year!
Register today at bcwf.bc.ca/2025agm
Hear from Director Rob Chipman why he thinks our AGM is well worth attending every year!
Register today at bcwf.bc.ca/2025agm
January 6, 2025 at 11:32 PM
Registration is open for the BCWF AGM & Convention - taking place April 24 to 26 in Dawson Creek, B.C.
Hear from Director Rob Chipman why he thinks our AGM is well worth attending every year!
Register today at bcwf.bc.ca/2025agm
Hear from Director Rob Chipman why he thinks our AGM is well worth attending every year!
Register today at bcwf.bc.ca/2025agm
Proposed changes to the 2025-27 B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations have now been posted. Please take a moment to review the proposals, and provide feedback. Your input will form the basis of the updates for the synopsis.
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January 2, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Proposed changes to the 2025-27 B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations have now been posted. Please take a moment to review the proposals, and provide feedback. Your input will form the basis of the updates for the synopsis.
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
Join our team! We are hiring two educators to lead the Gently Down the Seymour program (facilitated with the Seymour Salmonid Society), as well as Wild Kidz and Go Wild youth camps alongside the BCWF Education and Volunteer Engagement team. Learn more: bcwf.bc.ca/current-oppo...
December 30, 2024 at 7:44 PM
Join our team! We are hiring two educators to lead the Gently Down the Seymour program (facilitated with the Seymour Salmonid Society), as well as Wild Kidz and Go Wild youth camps alongside the BCWF Education and Volunteer Engagement team. Learn more: bcwf.bc.ca/current-oppo...