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Just 80-ish years ago, so much has changed!

1944 Kal Beach, Vernon BC A quick exploration of Vernon's Kal Beach in 1944! And bonus footag...

Imagine an Okanagan summer where our healthy lakes are out of balance.🌊❌

If invasive zebra, quagga, or golden mussels take over, they’ll ruin the very things that make living here so special. When they die, invasive mussels can release toxic bacteria, turning the water green and murky, and making it unsafe for pets or wildlife to drink.

Whether you're moving a watercraft between lakes or just packing up the family beach gear, always remember to Clean. Drain. Dry. every single time and follow the Responsible Recreation Checklist.

💧 Learn how to protect our lakes at DontMoveAMussel.ca/Prevention

Please read everywhere in the Okanagan. Water is scarce.

This important story from IndigiNews highlights the growing impacts of drought in Syilx Okanagan Territory as we enter the fourth consecutive year of drought in the Okanagan.

Syilx leaders, water experts, and knowledge keepers are calling for collaboration, long-term planning, and collective responsibility to defend siwɬkʷ — water.

The work ahead requires all of us, together.

To read the full article click here: https://syilx.org/syilx-leader-calls-drought-forecast-worrisome-for-the-months-to-come/

Great monologue on salmon nutrient cycling! Our Kokanee also bring nutrients up Coldstream Creek, and the black bears further distribute those nutrients!
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1433067454967542/?mibextid=rS40aB7S9Ucbxw6v

World Water day is ONE WEEK AWAY! What will you do to support Mother Nature and her water sources in your community? Ideas:

🌊 Clean up garbage from the beach, parks, streets, etc.
🌊 Conserve the amount of water you use when showering, doing dishes, etc.
🌊 Remind others of World Water Day by making a post, speaking about it at work / school / events
🌊 Get involved with a local committee for keeping water clean in your area

In exactly one week, the siwɬkʷ Water and Climate Forum will bring together Indigenous leaders, local government representatives, researchers, scientists, regional and international water experts, and community partners in recognition of World Water Day. 💧

This is an event you won’t want to miss. Help us defend water - cold, clean, and flowing for ALL living things.

Read the full story here: https://syilx.org/2026-siw%c9%ack%ca%b7-water-and-climate-forum-coming-together-in-recognition-of-world-water-day-to-action-cold-clean-flowing-water-for-all-living-things/