The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO), in conjunction with Interior Health (IH) has RESCINDED the WATER QUALITY ADVISORY for customers supplied by the Mabel Lake Water Utility (MLW), at…
Part of the reason that the Okanagan Rail Trail is so popular is that it runs alongside two emerald green lakes, Kalamalka and Wood Lake. These beautiful neighbours to the trails also cause erosion…
Have an innovative idea for a project that can contribute to reducing waste in our region? Consider applying for a 2021 ReTHINK Waste Grant. This year, $50,000 is available to support eligible…
Greater Vernon Water (GVW), in conjunction with Interior Health (IH) has RESCINDED the WATER QUALITY ADVISORY for customers supplied by the Delcliffe Water Utility. The area impacted included…
Power boaters on Kalamalka and Wood Lakes are encouraged to go slow and keep wakes low as they Head to the Playzone in water deeper than 8 metres. The concept is simple – after you launch your boat,…
A new playground is open at the BX Community Park, located at 5734 Silver Star Road.
“The old structure was a wooden frame which was deteriorating and unsafe. The new playground has a metal base…
The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) will be hosting several outdoor, drop-in public engagement opportunities to kick-off the planning for four separate parks, recreation and culture master…
A new conservation fund in the North Okanagan is open for applications until September 30, 2020. If you’re a local registered non-profit with a focus on the environment, this Fund is for you.
The…
A Learning Environmental Technician’s Perspective
By Emily Knudson-Goerner, Environmental Assistant Student with the RDNO
In my summer student position as an Environmental Assistant, I have learned a…
The lower section of the BX Falls Trail, for approximately 1km upstream of the intake dam off Star Road is closed due to water flowing down the pathway. High water levels and a blockage in the creek…