Oldman Watershed Council
Bumble Bees in Winter

What’s cute, fuzzy, and sleeps through winter? Bumble bees! Find out where they hunker down in winter, and what cues tell them it’s time to emerge and forage in spring.

Bumble Bees in Winter
Oldman Watershed Council
Frequently Asked Questions about Coal Mining

The Oldman Watershed Council (OWC) has received many requests for information about coal mining. In this FAQ blog, we answer the most common questions and provide links for readers seeking additional details and information.

Frequently Asked Questions about Coal Mining
Oldman Watershed Council
Natural Infrastructure 101

What is natural infrastructure, and how can it benefit communities? Read the first blog in our new series to find out!

Natural Infrastructure 101
Fund Development
Oldman Watershed Council
A Historic Donation

A historic donation has been made to OWC and the province’s WPACs.

A Historic Donation
Oldman Watershed Council
Welcome Jana—our new Fund Development Manager!

Welcome to Jana MacKenzie—OWC’s new Fund Development Manager!

Welcome Jana—our new Fund Development Manager!

Cows and Fish

(Still) Staking Out the Backcountry

(Still) Staking Out the Backcountry

You've loaded the trailer, driven to your favourite backcountry hideaway... only to find it's been "staked" out with willows and fence posts! What is going on? Find out how YOU can help keep our rivers healthy, just by letting these areas recover.

2017 Restoration Narration

2017 Restoration Narration

Every good field day begins with coffee and tasty pastries, and ends with the feeling that you're saving the world. Enjoy this creative piece about our October 2017 Restoration Event. Huge thanks to our volunteers, partners, and funders - this is dedicated to you!

Staking Out the Backcountry

Staking Out the Backcountry

You've loaded the trailer, driven to your favourite backcountry hideaway... only to find it's been "staked" out with willows and fence posts! What is going on? Find out how YOU can help keep our rivers healthy, just by letting these areas recover.

Willow Stakes & Fence Posts : Backcountry Restoration Event 2016

Willow Stakes & Fence Posts : Backcountry Restoration Event 2016

What does it look like when a community rallies together - to protect drinking water and fish habitat, forging first-hand connections with the source of our river - while simultaneously making new friends? Broad smiles, muddy boots, and a gratifying sense of accomplishment, that’s what! Write-up and great photos here! 

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

The OWC is a volunteer-driven, not-for-profit organization with lots of ways to get involved. 

Help fund our work.

Make a difference.

Knowledge is power.