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- BC Lake Stewardship Society - Non-profit resource network for people and groups interested in lake issues and lake stewardship. Includes background information, newsletter, event calendar, and regional contact information.
www.nalms.org/bclss
- Bear Aware - Information to teach and motivate people living in bear country BC about how to reduce and prevent problems with grizzly and black bears. A stewardship conservation education program for communities in bear habitat.
www.bearaware.bc.ca
- British Columbia Agriculture Council - Addresses cross-commodity issues in agriculture and provides a forum for farmers and ranchers to work together to develop agricultural policies, and advance those policies. It also functions as a watchdog for farmers advising them of emerging local and global developments.
www.bcac.bc.ca
- British Columbia Environmental Network - Network of community-based environmental organizations around the province. Advocates environmental responsibility and community participation in activities leading to ecological sustainability. Issues profiles, directory of member organizations, and other information.
bcen.bc.ca
- British Columbia Geological Survey - Information about geology, mining, and related research activities around the province.
www.em.gov.bc.ca/Mining/Geolsurv/default.htm
- British Columbia Scientific Cryptozoology Club - Individuals interested in the investigation of various animals as yet unidentified by science. Includes publications, membership details, links, and animal profiles.
www.ultranet.ca/bcscc
- British Columbia's Gardens - Photographs and description of the more commonly known municipal gardens in various British Columbia communities. Includes a list of additional gardens throughout the province.
www.geocities.com/nirak_2000/bcgardens
- Burrard Inlet Environmental Action Program and Fraser River Estuary Management Program - Resource site for BIEAP and FREMP partners, stakeholders, and the general public to further sustainable management of Burrard Inlet and the Fraser River Estuary. Publications, plans, project and event details, and maps.
www.bieapfremp.org
- Ecotrust Canada - Promote conservation-based development as a means to a conservation economy in the coastal temperate rain forests. Information on activities, projects and publications.
www.ecotrustcan.org
- Fish Passage Structures on the Fraser River - Description of the engineering restoration of salmon resources after being devastated by rock slide during railway construction from 1912-1914.
www.saxvik.ca
- FraserRiverFloods.com - Description of the risks of flooding of the Fraser River, and the costs involved to communities in Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Includes maps, statistics, history, and advice.
www.fraserriverfloods.com
- Friends of the Nemaiah Valley - Society determined to preserve ecologically sensitive natural environments from destructive human activities such as industrial resource extraction, road building and other similar developments.
www.fonv.ca
- Geochemical Surveys in British Columbia - Geochemical databases from the BC Geological Survey, including data from lake sediment, till, and regional geochemical surveys.
www.em.gov.bc.ca/Mining/Geolsurv/Geochinv/default.htm
- Georgia Strait Alliance - Protect and restore the marine environment of Georgia Strait. Includes newsletter, membership details, and resources on many environmental issues including a green boating guide.
www.georgiastrait.org
- Groundwater in British Columbia - The British Columbia Ministry of Environment Lands and Parks provides an overview of groundwater resources.
wlapwww.gov.bc.ca/wat/gws/gwis.html
- Kamloops Wildlife Park - Home of the largest captive breeding centre in North America for endangered burrowing owls. Resources for teachers, kids, and volunteers; visitor information; animal photos and information; and park map.
www.kamloopswildlife.org
- Mount Tolmie Conservancy Association - Citizen volunteers working together to sustain the natural values of Mount Tolmie, British Columbia, Canada for future generations since 1995.
www.geocities.com/RainForest/1234
- OceanLink - An interactive information page for the Marine sciences.
www.oceanlink.island.net
- Recycling Council of British Columbia - Nonprofit organization committed to waste avoidance. Site has information about recycling, household hazardous waste, and the BC materials exchange.
www.rcbc.bc.ca
- Salmon River Enhancement Society - Non-profit society aiming to protect and enhance the natural resources of the Salmon River Watershed in Langley. Includes documents, publications, list of activities and directors, events, and contact information.
www.salmonriver.org
- Salmon: Spirit of the Land and Sea - Photographic expedition on the biology of Pacific wild salmon in the coastal waters and rivers of British Columbia's Great Bear Rainforest.
www.oneworldjourneys.com/salmon
- Society Promoting Environmental Conservation (SPEC) - B.C.'s oldest environmental interest group. Operates an Environmental Resource Centre, lists local environmental events, and initiates various campaigns for better air, water, and land.
www.spec.bc.ca
- Sustainable Fisheries Society - Dedicated to improve the conservation and sustainability of fishery resources and aquatic ecosystems. Includes strategic plans and objectives, board of directors, society news, and contact information.
www.sfsfishfirst.org
- The Centre for Pacific Marine research - A charitable organization, we seek to provide a scientific foundation for innovation and public discourse on issues concerning the marine environment.
pacificmarineresearch.org
- The Sturgeon General - The effects of pollution and people on the ecology of the Fraser River. Created by the Ministry of Environment for kids aged 8-12.
www.sturgeongeneral.org
- Watertalk - An online forum for BC groups and individuals who wish to communicate with others about protecting and restoring water quality.
www.watertalk.org
- West Coast Nature - A naturalist's guide to the landscapes of southwestern British Columbia with maps, field guides and articles on the local natural history of the region.
www.westcoastnature.com
- Wildlife Tree Stewardship Initiative - Project to conserve dwindling coastal wildlife tree habitats through volunteer monitoring, landowner agreements, and community education along the Strait of Georgia on Vancouver Island. Includes background, list of sponsors, and volunteer details.
www.wits.nisa.com
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