Mission Statement

  • We are a passionate, pro-active organization, dedicated to wildlife and habitat preservation.
  • We are committed to achieving balance between the needs of wildlife and human desires in order to achieve long-term sustainability of natural ecosystems in the Squamish area.
  • We seek to engage the community in enjoyment, respect and responsibility for the natural world, through advocacy, research and education.

    B.C. regulators give failing grade to proposed GAS development

    On May 18th the EAO clock for assessment of the Garibaldi at Squamish proposal stopped. All documents have been submitted and the EAO report summarising recommendations has been sent to the Hon. Ministers Krueger and Penner. They now have 45 days to make a decision.

    Wild Salmon Narrows Campaign

    Wild Salmon Narrows Map

    Sea Lice from Fish Farms: Initiative to close some farms

    The Georgia Strait Coalition (www.GeorgiaStrait.org) has an initiative “The Wild Salmon Narrows Declaration” which asks that some of the operating fish farms be closed, and that licenses for others not currently being used be revoked to protect a major wild salmon migration route:

    Eagle Watch - Bruce Matthews Eagle Watch Coordinator

    All Eagle Watch volunteers for the 2009/2010 season are invited to a volunteer appreciation supper at The Brackendale Art Gallery on Saturday February 6th at 6pm. This is an evening to celebrate and evaluate our program and to acknowledge all the work our volunteers have done.

    Estuary Guided Walk with Outdoor Leadership

    Two dozen grade ten students from the Don Ross Secondary’s wilderness leadership class hiked out into the rainy central meadows of the Squamish estuary on Thursday, January 28. They were accompanied by their teachers, Devon Biln and Mary Henderson, and by Society board members Catherine Jackson and Roland Semjanovs.

    Tree Removal on Discovery Trail

    Between September and November SES worked in collaboration with Squamish Trails Society, Squamish River Watershed Society and Streamkeepers to negotiate a compromise solution to the request for removal of trees along the Discovery Trail in front of Holiday Inn. Land developers Anthem Properties were advised by District planners and Highways to work with stakeholders as this is publicly owned land. Removal of trees in front of Walmart along the Discovery Trail some years ago had resulted in public outcry.

    Jan 7th 2010 Deficiencies remain for GAS; new water supply proposal creates feasibility concerns.

    In response to GAS’ latest proposal for solving the water supply issues at Brohm Ridge, Environment Assessment Office (EAO) Director Graeme McLaren has asked for more information on several major deficiencies in the submitted reports and plans.

    Since the original submission showed that planned reservoir capacity could supply only a fraction of projected demands, GAS has needed to take drastic action to fulfill needs and plans to use dangerous terrain to build reservoirs that threaten downstream safety.

    Birders events coming up and count results

    Lots of opportunities to come out and learn about our local birds on the bird count that happens every month and the special annual Christmas Bird Count (CBC). Please see the following link for information on the next bird count, and previous month results. Winter months are a great time to observe the migrating birds that come through the estuary. Bring some binoculars if you have them and some warm clothes, experienced birders are eager to share their knowledge with new volunteers with keen eyes!

    http://www.squamishenvironment.ca/node/88

    SES Board 2010

    Returning Directors Sandra Bicego and Catherine Jackson welcome new Directors Lisa Princic, Theresa Negrieff, David Crewson, Sarah Greenwood and Roland Semjanovs to the Board for 2010.

    Please go to
    http://www.squamishenvironment.ca/node/86
    to read bio’s

    SES submission to OCP

    Why is the OCP important? Please see the following page for ‘OCP 101’ – http://www.squamishenvironment.ca/node/85 or carry on reading the SES OCP REVIEW summary below-

    Nov 15th – SES OCP REVIEW summary –
    The OCP will be ratified very soon by Council.

    SES comments included:

    - Priority to identifying and mapping green space habitat that is connected and provides wildlife corridors east west and access to rivers.

    Eagle Watch, Training day for volunteers

    11/28/2009 9:00 am
    Canada/Pacific

    Our new season is soon upon us. If you would like to sign up for a shift just drop us a note and we will put you on the schedule.

    Location: Adventure Centre

    AGM News

    The AGM Panel Discussion ‘Energizing the Environmental Voice in Squamish’ made for an interesting, engaging evening. Some good ideas were generated with unity and collaboration emerging as a key point. One suggestion was for a ‘Green Summit’ to be organized twice a year for all environmentally focussed groups in Squamish to come together, discuss a central theme and follow up with an intense week of campaigning to spread the word to the community.

    Birds and Their Habits - guided birding walk

    10/31/2009 9:30 am
    Canada/Pacific

    Location: Meet at the yellow gate in the estuary
    Description: Late October is a good time to look for raptors and watch our resident birds settling into fall and winter routines. We hope to see

    OCP Final Comment Forums Oct 14th and 15th 5-9pm

    10/14/2009 5:00 pm
    10/15/2009 9:00 pm
    Canada/Pacific

    Open House Forums
    Wednesday October 14 and Thursday October 15, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
    Sea-to-Sky Hotel Ballroom
    40330 Tantalus Way, Garibaldi Estates

    Your Community, Your Say…...
    Help DoS complete a plan that reflects your aspirations for your community….

    Go to http://squamish.ca/news/official-community-plan-forums for more information

    Oct 11th 2009 - GAS - Latest developments

    On Oct 1st Graeme McLaren, the Project Assessment Director of the Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) issued a letter to Garibaldi at Squamish (GAS) outlining serious shortfalls in their plan to meet water demand for the planned 22,000 bed units submitted as part of their proposal for a ski hill and expansive real estate development on Brohm Ridge, north of Squamish.

    The Hidden World of Mushrooms - guided nature walk

    09/20/2009 1:00 pm
    Canada/Pacific

    Location: Meet at Brackendale Elementary School parking lot

    Description: This month we are very fortunate to have mushroom expert Terry
    Taylor as our walk leader. Terry will take us on a walk through the forest
    where we’ll look for fungi, learn what they are and how to identify them,
    and about their role in the forest ecosystem. Wear good walking shoes and
    dress for the weather. About 2 hours walking on flat, but rooty trails.
    Please no dogs.

    Walk leader Terry Taylor has been active in Vancouver Mycological Society

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