April 17     50th AGM of the Okanagan Similkameen Parks Society

Guest speaker Richard Cannings, author of "British Columbia, a Natural

History", will explore the origins and patterns of natural diversity in

our province. Summerland Secondary Centre Stage Theatre. 7 p.m. Details.

April 21     Our Salmon, Our People
Jim Corbett and Pauline Terbasket present at Pentiction Museum's Brown

bag Lunch series, Penticton Library Auditorium, 12 - 1 p.m. Admission by

donation.

April 20-26     Earth Week Celebrations in Summerland

Take part in activities that celebrate environmental education and

action in Summerland with the theme "One Community, One Environment."

Events include films, demonstrations, public discussions, crafts,

walking tours, and planting events. Full list of events.

April 24     Wildlife Management for Agriculture
Snakes, spiders, bears, deer, cougar and now rats are just a few

examples of critters encountered in orchards and vineyards. Join Zoe

Kirk, RDOS WildSafeBC Community Coordinator and Margaret Holm with

Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Alliance in Osoyoos.

April 28     Okanagan and Similkameen Invasive Species Society AGM
Contact Coordinator Lisa Scott at oasiss@shaw.ca if you are interested in attending the

OASISS annual general meeting being held in Penticton. 

April 29     Invasive Plant Field Day in the South Okanagan

Join invasive species specialists, agrologists, and other professionals

to learn about seeding, grazing management and other tools that can be

used to reduce invasive plant outbreaks in grasslands and dry forests of

BC's interior. For more information contact Lisa Scott at oasiss@shaw.ca

or call 250-404-0115.

May 1-3    Wetland Keepers Workshop

BC Wildlife Federation sponsored 2.5 day workshop on wetland

conservation and restoration. Learn about wetland mapping, wetland

hydrology, invertebrate, plant and animal identification, soil sampling

and using a GPS. Participants receive a Wetlandkeeper certificate follow

up support by the Wetlands Coordinator. Further Details on instructors

and topics.
 
May 6-7     Regulated Rivers: Environment, Ecology, and Management

The Castlegar conference hosted by the Columbia Mountains Institute of

Applied Ecology will provide an opportunity for scientists and managers

to share results of recent research on regulated river environments,

processes, and operations. Further information.
 
May 13     SOSCP AGM

Help celebrate 15 years of conservation in the Okanagan and Similkameen at the Ramada Inn Atrium. Details above.
 
May 14 - 18     Meadowlark Festival

The Meadowlark Nature Festival presented by the Okanagan Similkameen

Conservation Alliance (OSCA).  offers 75 tours including hiking,

cycling, horseback riding, canoeing, geology tours, astronomy events,

children`s programs, film screenings, art exhibitions, aboriginal

events, and photography, painting and writing workshops. Event details.
 
May 15     Meadowlark Keynote Speaker and Gala with Chris Turner

Acclaimed author on sustainability, Chris Turner is noted for optimism

about the future and a pragmatic approach about the path that can lead

us there. Best-selling books, The Geography of Hope and, The Leap, give

a global survey of sustainable living. His presentations empower

audiences to embrace solutions that will enable us to survive and thrive

in the twenty-first century economy. The evening is also a dinner and

fundraiser for the Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Alliance.

June 20     Earth Wind and Fire 2015

Fine wines, award-winning chefs, music and magic at the Delta Grand

Okanagan, Kelowna is an annual fundraiser for The Nature Trust of

British Columbia. Event details.

Stewardship Technicians

The Okanagan Similkameen Stewardship Society is looking for summer interns. Based out of Penticton, the Stewardship Technicians will work with OSSS Executive Director, Board & consultants on the implementation of landowner contact, outreach, habitat improvement, and land management projects. The work is focused on the stewardship of private lands which have important habitat for local wildlife and species at risk. Work will be throughout the Okanagan and Similkameen starting in May for 14 weeks at $13/hour, 32 hour week. Deadline: April 27, at 9:00 a.m. Send resume (Subject line: SUMMER STUDENT APPLICATION) to Alyson Skinner, Executive Director
okanaganstewardship@gmail.com. Further details. 

Invasive Plant Program Assistant  (one position)

Term: Full time, late May - end of August (14 weeks)

Base location: Penticton,  $15 per hour

Closing: May 1 @ 5:00 PM

Aquatic Invasive Species Program Assistants (3 positions)

Term: Full time, late May - end of August (14 weeks)

Base locations: Penticton, Kelowna and Vernon; $15 per hour

Closing: May 1 @ 5:00 PM

Habitat Assistant

Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre is seeking a seasonal full-time outdoor habitat assistant to work in a busy team environment. Tasks include maintenance of wildlife fences, trails and outdoor exhibits; invasive plant removal; and assisting with biological and cultural activities. Term: 11 weeks at $14 hour. Email resume to Manager Charlotte Stringam, cstringam@nkmipdesert.com or phone 250-493-3313 for details.