On May 6, 2007, members of the Friends of Ecological Reserves Board joined retiring warden Chris Pielou current warden Helen Robinson along with Bowser ER warden Maggie Little and others for a trip to the slopes of the Comox Lake Bluff Ecological Reserve. Mouse over images will initiate comment on the image. Click for large
By Karen Willies, Skihist Ecological Reserve Warden Volunteer Wardens for six Ecological Reserves in the Thompson Region recently met with Parks personnel. These wardens were Gwendy Lamond, Soap Lake; Frances Vyse, Skwaha Lake; Karen McLaren, McQueen Creek; Audrey & Nels Hoeg, Chasm; Karen Willies, Skihist and Eric McAlary, the retiring warden, as well as the
Anita Farr Fraser River ER #76, Summary of Observations made from 1985-1992, Anthea Farr.pdf
Background Summary The Whipsaw Creek Ecological Reserve (ER # 27) is located just west of Highway 3 about 10 km south of Princeton. The surrounding lands have been selectively logged and beetle infested trees have been removed. Lands adjacent to Ecological Reserve # 27 are grazed by livestock but the Whipsaw Creek Ecological Reserve is
ORIGINAL PURPOSE To protect vegetation typical of the Middle Grassland in interior British Columbia Physical: The reserve lies in the Batchelor Hills area of the Thompson Plateau, adjacent to the valley of the North Thompson River. Soils are predominantly dark brown Chernozems of the McQueen Association, developed on morainal deposits. These are well drained soils
Rich and Diverse Coastal and Marine Ecosystems British Columbia’s Pacific coast is one of the world’s most biologically diverse and productive temperate marine environments. Island archipelagos, deep fjords, shallow mudflats, estuaries, kelp and eel grass beds, strong tidal currents and massive upwellings all contribute to an abundant and diverse expression of marine biodiversity. The northeast
These maps are from the 2006 report by Wade Alcock on invasive species of the Okanagan. See https://ecoreserves.bc.ca/?p=17245 for the complete report.
These maps are from the 2006 report by Wade Alcock on invasive species of the Okanagan. See https://ecoreserves.bc.ca/?p=17245 for the complete report.
These maps are from the 2006 report by Wade Alcock on invasive species of the Okanagan. See https://ecoreserves.bc.ca/?p=17245 for the complete report.
Prepared by Eco-Warden Eric McAlary 1986 Appointment as warden in Feb. Fire in reserve (June) caused by spark from chain saw. Culprits phoned in fire and fled. 20-25 small fir trees killed. Over 60 mature pines had been illegally cut and removed. Recommendation: Fencing needed. Visited with Carl Powel in Oct. Recommendation: Ditching road of
The photos on this page are from The Skagit Ecological Reserves. #89, #21 and #106
The report called “State of British Columbia’s Ecological Reserves Report for 2005” was released December 2006 by the Friends of Ecological Reserves (FER). Here is a link to the report (PDF format): State of Ecological Reserves 2005 final(1) Below is an image of the cover and the Executive Summary:
Location map of this reserve adapted from BC Parks website.
BC Parks map of the Big Creek Ecological Reserve, showing relationship to the Chilcotin River.
COSEWIC Executive Summary Vancouver Island Marmot Marmota vancouverensis The Vancouver Island marmot (Marmota vancouverensis) is a colonial ground squirrel related to the hoary marmot M. caligata and Olympic marmot M. Olympus. It is notable for its chocolate brown fur, unique vocalizations, atypical skull characteristics, and highly social nature. Distribution The Vancouver Island marmot is endemic
This map was derived from the BC Parks website
This map is adapted from one provided by BC Parks .
SIKANNI CHIEF RIVER ECOLOGICAL RESERVE Purpose Statement and Zoning Plan The primary role of the Sikanni Chief River Ecological Reserve is to conserve the Northern-most occurrence of Englemann Spruce in the Rocky Mountains. The ecological reserve contains pristine flora and fauna typical of the alpine and sub-alpine ecosystems representative of the northern rocky mountains. Alpine
This map was derived from the BC Parks version of the map.