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The Wild Coast: A Primer on Our Changing Relationship with Large Carnivores Over the past few years, the incidence of encounters between people and large carnivores in and around Pacific Rim National Park Reserve has increased dramatically, raising concerns for the safety of both parties. To reduce this risk, park staff have worked with researchers to better understand why the frequency and nature of the encounters with wolves and cougars have changed. Disconcertedly, these animals are showing less and less fear of humans. On the other side, too many people are encouraging them to come closer to get the award-winning, fill-the-frame photograph. |
BC Parks: Celebrating 100 Years of Recreation and Protection With funding from Ministry of Environment, Environmental Stewardship Division (BC Parks) and from BC 150th initiative, EKOS Communications produced this short video (approx. 15 mins) which provides a historical overview of the development of British Columbia’s spectacular protected area system from its beginning in the creation of Strathcona Provincial Park in 1911 to the challenges of today. The video features interviews with former park employees and a long-time environmental advocates combined with historical photographs. |
Ocean Literacy and Ocean Networks Canada Much has happened since my last blog. On Aug. 14th, I set off a train of events that has resulted in me now serving as the Manager of Communications and Engagement for Ocean Networks Canada.- the not-for-profit organization created by the University of Victoria to provide governance and management of VENUS and NEPTUNE Canada ocean observatories. |
Richard Louv on the Necessity of a Nature-Child Reunion On Feb. 20th, American author, Richard Louv gave a public lecture at the University of Victoria based on his best-selling book: “Last Child in the Woods: Saving our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder.” This vitally-important lecture is presented in its entirety. Louv’s presentation began with a challenge to Canadians: to move more quickly than the United States in re-uniting children with nature. Following his lecture, a group of approximately 60 educators and activists gathered for a two day workshop at Royal Roads University to brainstorm a response to this challenge. |
