This native orchid appears in our local woods around the time the salmonberry blooms. Often found in small pockets in mature forests, this little beauty has a heady perfume. Its striking appearance draws us in for closer inspection. This plant is becoming more rare throughout it’s range because people pick them - so please refrain, … Continue reading Flowers of the Forest: Fairyslipper (Calypso bulbosa)
One of the first native flowers to emerge after the snow melts around Pemberton is the chocolate lily (Fritillaria lanceolata). This springtime beauty is found in grassy meadows, bluffs, and open forests. Anyone who has been biking with me at this time of year has experienced multiple and sudden (sometimes dangerous?) stops when I first … Continue reading Flowers of the Forest: Chocolate Lilies
Wondering how to engage your students or children in outdoor activities and help them connect to Nature? Join locally renowned outdoor educator Delores Los in an exciting day course where she will share more than 30 years worth of acquired knowledge and skills through hands-on games, learning activities and so much more. Date: Saturday September … Continue reading Event: Outdoor Ed Mentoring with Delores Los, Sept 21
Pacific salmon are woven into the rich tapestry of coastal B.C. culture and heritage. While local waterways in and around Whistler are void of salmon runs due to natural fish barriers such as waterfalls and tight canyons, Pemberton and Squamish waterways teem with salmon nearing the end of their life cycle in the fall. These … Continue reading Seasonal Observations: Salmon, Bears, Trees and the Web of Life
Wondering what to do with your kids this summer and need a hand while you go to work? Learning about nature, in nature, is an invaluable part of childhood and early adolescent development. Taking the time to enjoy and learn about the outdoors is a great way to connect all ages to the life sustaining … Continue reading Sign Up for Grow With Nature Summer Camps
Ready, set, and.... GO make sure your garbage is inside! Yes, the bears are back in town. Do you know how to be a good neigh-BEAR? I thought so! But from time to time we all could use a refresher on how to Get Bear Smart. These are the top 10 things you need to … Continue reading Seasonal Observations: The Bears are Back in Town
A big Thank You to the many volunteers and sponsors who made the 2013 Pemberton Winterfest possible. It was incredible to see young and old out to enjoy shinny, curling, ice skating, ice fishing, Polar bear plunge, fireworks….the list goes on and on with these quintessential Canadian treasures. The sun was shining, bon fire ablaze. … Continue reading Shout Out: Winterfest Volunteers, Organisers and Sponsors
A big THANK YOU! to the Village of Pemberton for the great job of keeping the pedestrian trails in and around Pemberton cleared, safe, and free of snow - even the smaller less 'official' trails such as the short cut from Poplar Street to the Community Centre have been cleared. It has helped to encourage … Continue reading Shout-Out: Village of Pemberton’s Snow Clearing Crew
A one pot winter warmer recipe from Winds of Change contributor, Dawn Johnson. When I am running 20 steps behind and am tempted to just grab a pizza from the grocery store, this soup is my saviour! Easy, nutritious, quick AND very tasty! In a big soup pot, bring about 6 cups of chicken/veggie stock … Continue reading Recipe of the Week: One Pot Winter Warmer Green Soup
No, the "sin" doesn't mean it's decadent, although, a vegetarian version of Chili Con Carne, that features 4 of my fave winter things (chili, chocolate, wine and coffee) should rank right up there. Thanks to Dawn Johnson from Stewardship Pemberton for this contribution to our One Pot Winter Warmers recipe collection. by Dawn Johnson VEGAN … Continue reading Recipe of the Week: Chili sin carne
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