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# Grasslands Conservation Council of BC

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- [Record Ridge: A Unique Grassland Landscape Still at Risk](https://bcgrasslands.org/advocacy/proposed-mine-on-record-ridge-grasslands/) - Record Ridge is noted for the diversity of plant species, including Bitterroot, Lomatium species, onion grass, and numerous other species in a combination extremely rare in Canada.
- [Vernon Commonage Preservation: A Call for Grassland Conservation](https://bcgrasslands.org/advocacy/oppose-development-of-vernon-commonage/) - Protect 421 hectares of critical grassland in the Vernon Commonage. Support our conservation partnership to preserve endangered species habitat.
- [Black Mountain Weed Pull: June 20 2026](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc-current/black-mountain-weed-pull-june-20-2026/) - Join us and the Friends of Black Mountain to help pull invasive weeds in the park to make room for native grasses! Bring work boots, water, gloves, and dress for the weather. When: June 20th 2026 8 am – 12 pm Where: Black Mountain, Swainson Rd Entrance Snacks and drinks provided. Everyone welcome. RSVP here!
- [GCC Webinar](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/gcc-webinar/) - Join the Grasslands Conservation Council of BC (GCC) on March 19th (12-1 PM) for an in‑depth webinar featuring longtime GCC directors Bob Haywood‑Farmer and Brian Thomas, who will share their years of experience in grassland stewardship and working‑landscape conservation. Registration link: https://simpli.events/e/gcc-webinar Brian Thomas, a rancher and director for the GCC, made a pivotal decision in
- [Join a Scotch Thistle Bash!](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/join-a-scotch-thistle-bash/) - Join the North Okanagan Scotch Thistle Bash during Earth Week 2026. Volunteer at local removal events, prevent seed spread, and report sightings with iNaturalist.
- [GCC AGM 2026: Events & Activities](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/gcc-agm-2026-events-activities/) - Join the Grasslands Conservation Council of BC in early June for our Annual General Meeting and a weekend of learning, connection, and time on the grasslands! Tickets and event details Tickets, locations, and any final logistics will be shared on each event listing. To RSVP, click the event session you’d like to attend and complete
- [Kamloops Grasslands Discovery Resource Box Now Available](https://bcgrasslands.org/uncategorized/kamloops-grasslands-discovery-resource-box-now-available/) - The Grasslands Conservation Council of BC is excited to announce the launch of our Grasslands Discovery Box for Early Learners—now available to borrow in Kamloops! This hands-on resource is designed to help young children explore the beauty and importance of grasslands through play and discovery. Inside, you'll find materials and activities that inspire wonder, spark
- [Loving the Grasslands – Fundraiser 2026](https://bcgrasslands.org/grasslands/loving-the-grassland-fundraiser-2026/) - Join us on February 5th for premier dining, auctions, and grassland conservation stories. Support essential habitat work across BC's at-risk grassland ecosystems.
- [GCC Photo Contest 2025/2026: Celebrate the Beauty of Grasslands!](https://bcgrasslands.org/grasslands/gcc-photo-contest-2025-2026-celebrate-the-beauty-of-grasslands/) - Do you love capturing the natural beauty of grasslands, wildlife, and outdoor life? The Grasslands Conservation Council (GCC) invites you to take part in our 2025/2026 Photo Contest, a celebration of the incredible landscapes, species, and people who make British Columbia’s grasslands so special. The contest will run until 25th January at 11:59 PM. Categories include: You
- [Online auction open now](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/online-auction-open-now/) - As part of our Loving the Grasslands fundraiser, our online auction is now live and is open to anyone in the Province. Start bidding here: Bid Beacon Current items available in the online auction include: Original painting by renowned artist Mark Hobson A 2-night stay at Echo Valley Ranch & Spa (valued at $2,195) Gift
- [Exploring BC's Grasslands: Mini-Conference November 27 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/exploring-bcs-grasslands-mini-conference-brings-together-wildlife-science-and-community/) - Join experts at TRU Kamloops Nov 27 to explore BC's grasslands—ecosystems covering
- [Grassland Tours: Fall 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/join-our-grassland-tours-this-fall/) - This fall, we're excited to connect with our members in person through a series of guided tours! We might even arrange some fun carpooling. Don’t forget your comfortable footwear, weather gear, water, and any essentials you might need. Join our enthusiastic GCC Executive Director, Mike Dedels, along with special guest experts. Come ready to ask
- [Our 2025 Magazine: Spreading Seeds of Knowledge](https://bcgrasslands.org/uncategorized/our-2025-magazine-spreading-seeds-of-knowledge/) - Discover our new "Spreading Seeds of Knowledge" magazine showcasing BC's grassland ecosystems through stunning photography and expert insights on conservation education.
- [Join us at BCICF Pop-Up Community Centre  - July 22-26, 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/join-us-at-bcicf-pop-up-community-centre/) - #post_excerptVisit the Grasslands Conservation Council booth at BCICF Pop-Up Centre July 22-26. Interactive displays, family activities, and expert talks on BC's essential grassland ecosystems.
- [Connecting Conservation and Recreation: GCC at the Coldwater Classic July 12-13, 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/connecting-conservation-and-recreation-gcc-at-the-coldwater-classic/) - The Grasslands Conservation Council shares our experience at the Coldwater Classic in Merritt, where we connected with outdoor enthusiasts about protecting BC's sensitive grassland ecosystems.
- [Volunteers needed for Lac du Bois Weed Pull: June 27 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/volunteers-needed-for-lac-du-bois-weed-pull-june-27th-2025/) - Help protect Lac du Bois from invasive species! Join us on June 27th 9 - 11 am to pull weeds in the Red Hill area of Lac du Bois. The GCC is pleased to partner with the Thompson Nicola Invasive Plant Committee, Kamloops Naturalist Club, and BC Parks to host this event. Refreshments to be provided
- [Grass ID Workshop in Kamloops July 4-5 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/two-day-grass-id-workshop-in-kamloops/) - Learn grass species identification in this hands-on, expert-led, two-day workshop at Thompson Rivers University & Lac du Bois Grasslands.
- [Celebrating 50 Years of Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park: A Grassland Conservation Milestone](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-partners/celebrating-50-years-of-kalamalka-lake-provincial-park-a-grassland-conservation-milestone/) - This weekend, the Grasslands Conservation Council of BC had the privilege of joining the Friends of Kalamalka Park to celebrate a significant conservation milestone: the 50th anniversary of Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park. The celebration was vibrant and well-attended, with families, outdoor enthusiasts, and conservation advocates gathering to honour this essential protected area. The festivities featured
- [Weed Pull in Pineview: June 9 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/weed-pull-in-pineview-june-9th-2025/) - Join forces with the GCC and Kamloops Mountain Bike Trails Association to protect our treasured grasslands and trails from invasive knapweed. Your help makes a real difference in preserving these unique and vulnerable ecosystems! Event Details 📅 Date: June 9th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM 📍 Location: Iron Mask parking lot
- [Discover Lac du Bois: June 7 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/discover-lac-du-bois-june-7-2025/) - Celebrate BC Trails Day by joining a knowledgeable guide from the Grasslands Conservation Council of BC on a tour to learn more about the plants and animals that call this place home. June 7 2025, 10 am - 1 pm Fee: $20 Register HERE This program is run in partnership with the Kamloops Naturalist Club.
- [Students of the Grasslands Webinar Series 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/students-of-the-grasslands-webinar-series-2025/) - Over 700 participants joined the Students of the Grasslands Webinar Series, featuring groundbreaking research from five emerging leaders in grasslands conservation.
- [Webinar Series Fall 2021](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/gcc-fall-webinar-series/) - Date: Wednesday, October 6 2021 Time: 12:00 to 1:00 pm
- [Earth Day Quest in Kelowna: April 12 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/earth-day-quest-2025-a-family-friendly-adventure-in-downtown-kelowna/) - Join the GCC at a family-friendly Earth Day quest in Downtown Kelowna! Solve eco-puzzles, learn about grasslands, and win sustainable prizes. Free registration!
- [AGM & Field Tour: April 30 - May 1 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/join-us-2025-annual-general-meeting-field-tour/) - Experience the magic of British Columbia's grasslands at our upcoming Annual General Meeting and Field Tour! This comprehensive two-day event combines educational opportunities with hands-on field exploration in one of BC's most spectacular regions - the East Kootenays! Event Overview We're thrilled to invite you to our Annual General Meeting in Kimberley and Field Tour
- [Request for Proposals: Grasslands Mapping](https://bcgrasslands.org/employment/request-for-proposals-grasslands-mapping/) - The Grasslands Conservation Council of BC (GCC) is seeking a qualified professional for our grasslands mapping project. The project objectives are: - Refine grassland boundaries of BC Grasslands Mapping which was completed by the GCC in 1995 with minor updates in 2015. - Map encroachment for the Thompson Region, extending what has already been done
- [517 Acres of BC Grasslands Protected: Community Fundraising Success!](https://bcgrasslands.org/grasslands/517-acres-of-bc-grasslands-protected-community-fundraising-success/) - Thanks to community support, $1M was raised to protect grasslands near Juniper Ridge.
- [GCC joins Canadian Grasslands Coalition Campaign](https://bcgrasslands.org/advocacy/gcc-joins-canadian-grasslands-coalition-campaign/) - GCC is proud to be a member of the national Grasslands Coalition Campaign, led by the Canadian Wildlife Federation with funding from the Weston Family Foundation. As British Columbia's grassland conservation voice, we bring unique perspective and advocacy for the province's rare and often overlooked grassland ecosystems, which represent less than 1% of BC's land
- [Help Protect 517 Acres near Kamloops](https://bcgrasslands.org/advocacy/help-protect-517-acres-of-grasslands-near-kamloops/) - Exciting news from Kamloops! The BC Parks Foundation is working to purchase 517 acres of pristine land near Juniper Ridge and Rose Hill. While the total cost is $5 million, most of the funding has already been secured. Better yet, an anonymous donor has pledged to match $1 million in community donations! Want to help
- ['Loving the Grasslands' Fundraiser In Person and Online - Feb 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/loving-the-grasslands-fundraiser-2025/) - Visit our online auction The online auction is live January 27 – February 6, 2025 Check out the amazing items available in our online auction: https://web.bidbeacon.com/share/auction.php?code=QR3QRL Access Code: QR3QRL Join us in-person (SOLD OUT) Join us for an evening filled with delicious food, lively conversation, and thrilling live and silent auctions—all in support of BC’s grasslands!
- [Giant's Head Mountain Grassland & Weed Walk AUG 25 2021](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/giants-head-mountain-grassland-weed-walk/) - Date: Wednesday, August 25 2021 Time: 8:30 to 10:30 am
- [Thanks for Supporting 'Loving the Grasslands' 2025](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-partners/loving-the-grasslands-2025/) - Our third annual Loving the Grasslands fundraiser has united our community in protecting BC's precious grasslands! Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our supporters and sponsors, we've reached an incredible milestone of over $40,000 in funding. This remarkable achievement will directly support our ongoing efforts to preserve these vital ecosystems that are essential for biodiversity
- [Loving the Grasslands Fundraiser February 2024](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/2024-loving-the-grasslands-fundraiser/) - Our second-annual Loving the Grasslands Fundraiser will be held at Mason’s Kitchen and Bar in Kamloops on February 1st 2024. Join us for a live and silent auction, food, drinks, music, and fun. Get more info and register on Eventbrite. We are excited to announce that our Loving the Grasslands is now ONLINE! Our online
- [2024 BC Grasslands Magazine](https://bcgrasslands.org/uncategorized/2024-bc-grasslands-magazine/) - The 2024 edition of the BC Grasslands magazine features articles on grasslands conservation and the threat of development and urban sprawl, high-elevation grasslands in the Kootenays, GCC’s advocacy projects, critical habitat and more. Hard copies will be mailed out to all members shortly, so make sure you are a member of the GCC to get your
- [Wildflower Walks May 2024](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/wildflower-walks-may-2024/) - This May, join the Grasslands Conservation Council of BC on interpretive walks through Kamloops nature parks to learn more about the flora and fauna: Mon, May 13, 6:00 PM at Kenna Cartwright Park Bunker Road Parking Wed, May 15, 6:00 PM at Valleyview Nature Park Trail Head Fri, May 17, 9:00 AM at Lac du Bois Grasslands
- [Info Sessions for Land Owners](https://bcgrasslands.org/uncategorized/info-sessions-for-land-owners/) - Are you a private land owner within the Thompson Nicola Regional District (TNRD)? Are you interested in learning more about the native and domestic plant species found on your property? Starting on May 8th, 2024 you can coordinate a grassland field day with a group or on your own to learn how to identify native,
- [Guided Hike at Wycliffe Butte June 17 2024](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/guided-hike-at-wycliffe-butte-june-17-2024/) - Join us for a grasslands hike at Wycliffe Butte guided by the Grasslands Conservation Council of BC (GCC), BC Institute of Agrologists (BCIA), the Nature Trust of BC (NTBC), Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC), the East Kootenay Invasive Species Council (EKISC), and the Province of BC. When: June 17, 2024, 9 - 11am mountain time
- [GCC AGM & Field Tours June 7-8 2024](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/gcc-agm-field-tours-june-7-8-2024/) - Celebrating 25 Years of the GCC Join us in exploring some amazing grasslands with engaging speakers! June 7th 8:30 am to 12 pm – AGM In person at TRU or online via ZOOM Free registration/ by donation June 7th 1 – 5 pm – Tour to Lac du Bois Restoration on the Lac du
- [Speak out against the proposed Crown Mountain Coking Coal Project in precious Elk Valley grasslands](https://bcgrasslands.org/grasslands/speak-out-against-the-proposed-crown-mountain-coking-coal-project-in-precious-elk-valley-grasslands/) - NWP Coal Canada Ltd (NWP) proposes the Crown Mountain Coking Coal Project to develop and operate an open pit steelmaking coal mine located in the Elk Valley. The high elevation grasslands in the Elk Valley are very unique. They have already been heavily reduced and impacted in this area due to nearby coal mining and
- [Save Harewood Plains from Development](https://bcgrasslands.org/advocacy/save-harewood-plains-from-development/) - The Harewood Plains, located outside of the City of Nanaimo are a mosaic of extremely rare ecosystems including Garry oak meadows and vernal pools. The Plains are threatened by a subdivision proposal which was recently presented to the City of Nanaimo. The GCC is very concerned about the proposed subdivision development of the Harewood Plains.
- [GCC’s June Fundraiser and Day in the Grasslands June 18 2022](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/gccs-june-fundraiser-and-day-in-the-grasslands/) - Saturday June 18 2022 -- Please join the GCC Board and GCC Chair Bob Haywood-Farmer and his family on their grasslands near Savona, BC. Registration now open through Eventbrite.
- [Record Ridge Wildflower Walk July 3 2022](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/3658/) - On Sunday July 3 2022 from 10am to 4pm, the GCC and the Kootenay Native Plant Society invite you for a guided “Walk Amoung the Wildflowers”! Join hosts Mike Keefer and Valerie Huff in exploring the diverse and beautiful botany at Record Ridge in Rossland BC. Pre-registration required. Email kootenaywild@gmail.com with subject line “Record Ridge”
- [Grasslands as Teacher Webinar Series 2023](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/grasslands-as-teacher-webinar-series/) - The Grasslands Conservation Council of BC is partnering with the Thompson-Nicola Conservation Collaborative to co-host our “Grasslands as Teacher” winter webinar series running on Wednesdays from February 22 to March 15 from 12:00 pm–1:00 pm PST. Each presenter in the series will share their knowledge of grasslands and what we learn from them from a
- ['Loving the Grasslands' Fundraiser Event February 2 2023](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/loving-the-grasslands-fundraiser-event/) - Join us for a fundraiser event at Mason’s Kitchen & Bar in Kamloops. Enjoy great appetizers in a casual atmosphere with local musicians. Hear from grasslands enthusiasts and have the opportunity to bid on live and silent auction items. Tickets are $60 – get them here! SCHEDULE 5:30 PM Registration Opens 6:00 PM Appetizers Start
- [GCC AGM & Field Tour June 9-10 2023](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/gcc-agm-field-tour-2023/) - Friday June 17 2022 -- Registration now open through Eventbrite.
- [BC Trail Days: Discover Lac Du Bois Grasslands June 3 2023](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/bc-trail-days-discover-lac-du-bois-grasslands/) - What: BC Trail Days is a province wide initiative by the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC to promote responsible recreation and environmental stewardship. Join representatives from the Kamloops Naturalist Club and Grasslands Conservation Council of BC for a morning of education in the Lac Du Bois grasslands on a range of topics including: field journaling,
- [Weed Pull in Lac du Bois July 19 2023](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/weed-pull-in-lac-du-bois/) - Volunteers needed for a weed pull in Lac du Bois! When: July 19th 8:30 – 11:30 am Where: Red Hill area of Lac du Bois. Meet at the pullout on the east side of Lac du Bois Rd, ~5.5 km past the first cattleguard What: Your help is needed to remove invasive weeds from our restoration
- [Weed Pull in Lac du Bois Long Lake Trail August 10 2023](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/weed-pull-in-lac-du-bois-long-lake-trail/) - Volunteers needed for a weed pull in Lac du Bois! When: Thursday, August 10th from 8:30 – 11:30 am. Where: 9.5 km mark along Lac du Bois Road. There is a small parking lot on the right-hand side. Please carpool, if possible! What: Your help is needed to remove invasive weeds from the Long Lake
- [Guided Hike at Black Mountain April 20 2024](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/guided-hike-at-black-mountain/) - April 20 2024 Together with the Friends of Black Mountain, BC Institute of Agrologists, Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program (OCCP) and Regional District of Central Okanagan, we will be hosting a guided hike at Black Mountain in Kelowna on April 20th from 1-3 pm. Join us to learn about the importance of and impacts to local grasslands. Register HERE!
- [2023 BC Grasslands Magazine](https://bcgrasslands.org/uncategorized/2023-bc-grasslands-magazine/) - The 2023 edition of the BC Grasslands magazine features articles about Antelope brush restoration in the South Okanagan, conservation of BC's grassland birds, return of stewardship to the Stswecem'c Xget'tem, threatened and endangered grassland flora, and biodiversity challenges at the forest-grassland interface.Hard copies get mailed out to all members, so make sure you are a member of
- [Shop New GCC Apparel](https://bcgrasslands.org/uncategorized/shop-gcc-apparel/) - We are excited to announce that we have an online storefront to purchase GCC swag! Visit bcgrasslands.square.site to shop our grassland-themed socks (we now have youth sizes!), t-shirts and stickers. We are working on designing GCC hats, in addition to an updated t-shirt that features native grassland plants – stay tuned!
- [2022 BC Grasslands Magazine](https://bcgrasslands.org/uncategorized/2022-bc-grasslands-magazine/) - The current edition of the BC Grasslands magazine is now out. The theme of this year's magazine is 'Grasslands: Resilience Champion in a Changing Climate' and features articles such as 'Walking on Two Legs and Grasslands Restoration' by Sunny LeBourdais, 'Indigenous Management Practices Revitalize Western Canada's Grasslands' by Maya Frederickson, 'Range and Conservation in the
- [Grasslands Conservation Council : AGM 2022](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/gcc-agm-2022/) - Friday June 17 2022 -- Registration now open through Eventbrite.
- ['Grasslands of BC' Spring 2022 Webinar Series](https://bcgrasslands.org/events-gcc/grasslands-of-bc-webinar-series/) - The GCC will be hosting a ‘Grasslands of BC’ webinar series at lunchtime (12 – 1 pm PST) this March and April with a great slate of presenters sharing their knowledge of grasslands in their unique area of B.C. They will detail the extent, key characteristics, and threats to these grasslands as well as initiatives
- [RFP - Outreach](https://bcgrasslands.org/employment/rfp-outreach/) - Deadline May 2, 2022: Part-time GCC Outreach Coordinator. Share the importance and beauty of BC’s diverse grasslands and the importance of their stewardship.
- [Charred forests not growing back as expected in Pacific Northwest, researchers say](https://bcgrasslands.org/uncategorized/charred-forests-not-growing-back-as-expected-in-pacific-northwest-researchers-say/) - Article of interest: Certain tree species not growing back in low-elevation areas; seedlings struggle in Rocky Mountains
- [Climate Change & Grasslands](https://bcgrasslands.org/grasslands/climate-change-grasslands/) - The protection of carbon-storing peatlands, the better management of soil erosion problems and the world’s grasslands, and the planting of forests where appropriate would account for around 37% of all of the actions needed by 2030 as per the 2015 Paris Climate Change Agreement, according to a new study published in the journal The Proceedings

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- [Home](https://bcgrasslands.org/) - Black Mountain Weed Pull: June 20 2026June 16, 2026 Read More GCC AGM 2026: Events & ActivitiesMay 1, 2026Join the Grasslands Conservation Council of BC in early June for our Annual General Meeting and a weekend of learning, connection, and time on [...] Read More Kamloops Grasslands Discovery Resource Box Now AvailableFebruary 27,
- [Off-Road Vehicle Use in Grasslands](https://bcgrasslands.org/off-road-vehicle-use-grasslands/) - Off-Road Vehicle Use in Grasslands The recreational and commercial use of off-road vehicles (ORV) continues to grow in British Columbia and there is an ongoing need to promote their safe, responsible use. Background Grasslands are popular with ORV riders because of their limited tree cover and their close proximity to cities like Kamloops and Kelowna.
- [Activities for Kids](https://bcgrasslands.org/activities-for-kids/) - Activities for Kids
- [What we do](https://bcgrasslands.org/what-we-do/) - Our Mission The Grassland Conservation Council’s mission is to ensure the conservation, restoration and stewardship of British Columbia’s grasslands through integrated partnerships and collaboration across people, place and purpose. Click here to read our 2022-2026 strategic plan. Community Engagement, Education, Outreach and Communications Our goal is to teach and support behaviour that creates and maintains
- [BC Grasslands Magazine](https://bcgrasslands.org/bc-grasslands-magazine/) - BC Grasslands Magazine Current Edition Previous Editions
- [Leadership](https://bcgrasslands.org/about-us/leadership/) - Leadership Board of Directors The GCC is led by our executive director and volunteer board of directors. We come from varied walks of life and professional backgrounds. Each member contributes a broad range of skills, knowledge, and perspectives to the GCC, its programs, and its strategic direction. Dr. Tom Dickinson, Chair Kamloops Dr. Tom Dickinson
- [Mapping Grassland Boundaries and Losses](https://bcgrasslands.org/mapping-grassland-boundaries-and-losses/) - Mapping Grassland Boundaries and Losses Background Grasslands are being rapidly lost due to human development, forest encroachment, and other threats. In 1995, the Grasslands Conservation Council of BC mapped grasslands across the province and in 2015 this mapping was updated, and a loss assessment was conducted. While there are several regional Sensitive Ecosystem Inventories, Terrestrial
- [GCC Membership](https://bcgrasslands.org/membership/) - Support BC’s Grasslands – Become a Member Today! For an annual contribution of $35, you can become a Standard Member of the Grasslands Conservation Council of BC (GCC) and help protect one of the province’s most endangered ecosystems. For businesses and organizations, a Corporate Membership is available for $250/year, providing an opportunity to demonstrate leadership in conservation while
- [Give](https://bcgrasslands.org/give/) - Many grasslands, many ways to give For the GCC to continue to play a successful role in the sound stewardship and protection of BC’s grasslands, we need the support of people as dedicated to the grasslands as we are. Make BC grasslands part of your legacy – you can make a difference. Donations can be
- [Events](https://bcgrasslands.org/events/) - Upcoming Events Black Mountain Weed Pull: June 20 2026 Read More Past Events GCC AGM 2026: Events & Activities Read More Join a Scotch Thistle Bash! Read More GCC Webinar Read More Online auction open now Read More GCC Photo Contest 2025/2026: Celebrate the Beauty of Grasslands! Read More
- [Advocacy](https://bcgrasslands.org/advocacy/) - 517 Acres of BC Grasslands Protected: Community Fundraising Success!April 9, 2025Through the incredible leadership of the BC Parks Foundation, who spearheaded and coordinated this conservation initiative, we’ve achieved something truly remarkable – the protection [...] Read More GCC joins Canadian Grasslands Coalition CampaignApril 9, 2025GCC is proud to be a member of the
- [History](https://bcgrasslands.org/about-us/gcc-grasslands-bc-history/) - Our HistoryHealthy grasslands, healthy communities. In 1999 a group of organizations and individuals formed the Grasslands Conservation Council of British Columbia in response to increasing pressure on native grasslands, such as urban sprawl, poorly planned pipelines and powerlines, unmanaged recreation, invasive species, and inappropriate grazing. Together, these land use practices and activities were reducing and
- [Priority Grasslands](https://bcgrasslands.org/priority-grasslands-bc/) - Priority Grasslands Background The Priority Grasslands Initiative is intended to be a collaborative effort between government agencies, First Nations, private land owners, NGOs and scientific experts to identify areas with the greatest conservation values and most worthy of protection and the highest levels of sustainable management. The Priority Grasslands Initiative was launched in 2006 in
- [Laurie Guichon Memorial Grasslands Interpretive Site](https://bcgrasslands.org/laurie-guichon-memorial-grasslands-interpretive-site/) - Laurie Guichon Memorial Grasslands Interpretive Site Background The Laurie Guichon Memorial Grasslands Interpretive Site is an initiative that was developed by the Nicola Watershed Community Round Table to educate the public about the significance of grasslands. The site opened in 2001 and is located approximately 11 km east of Merritt, British Columbia on 102 ha
- [Videos](https://bcgrasslands.org/videos-2/) - Videos Watch Find our videos and recordings of our webinars hosted by the GCC on our YouTube Channel. Topics include: species at risk habitat conservation on private land (Dr. Dana Reiter, UBCO), invasive plants in grasslands (Dave Ralph, Invasive Species Council of BC), ecology and research on western rattlesnakes (Dr. Karl Larsen, TRU), and more. Featured
- [GCC Publications](https://bcgrasslands.org/gcc-publications/) - GCC Publications Best Management Practices for Motorized Vehicles on BC’s Grasslands Best Management Practices for Recreational Activities on Grasslands in the Thompson and Okanagan Basins An Ecological Assessment Aberdeen Area Plan Working together for the conservation of BC’s grasslands Ecological Area Assessment Lac du Bois Grasslands Kamloops, BC Working together for the conservation of BC’s
- [More Resources](https://bcgrasslands.org/more-resources/) - More Resources: Links by Subject, Online Publications, and Print Resources. Over the years, the GCC has relied on many people and organizations in its efforts to improve grasslands conservation, stewardship, and governance. We have benefitted immensely from others’ contributions, whether they be groundbreaking research, innovative programs, or positive partnerships. Conservation & Land Use British Columbia
- [Honorary Patron](https://bcgrasslands.org/honorary-patron/) - Honorary Patron The Honourable Janet Austin, OBC Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia The Honourable Janet Austin OBC, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, is an Honorary Patron of the Grasslands Conservation Council of British Columbia. Her Honour supports and encourages the work of the Grasslands Conservation Council of British Columbia because the wise stewardship and conservation
- [Support Us](https://bcgrasslands.org/support-bc-grasslands/) - Join us today in caring for these unique and beautiful lands. You can support the GCC by donating your time or money, or both. Explore the opportunities! membership gifts volunteering For a gift of $35 you can become a GCC member and receive our acclaimed BC Grasslands magazine. The GCC is a registered charity in Canada. Donations
- [Resources](https://bcgrasslands.org/resources/) - BC Grasslands Magazine GCC Publications Reading Room Links by Subject
- [Single Gifts](https://bcgrasslands.org/giving/single-gifts/) - Single Gifts Please consider donating to support grasslands conservation in BC. For the GCC to continue to play a successful role in the sound stewardship of BC’s grasslands, we need the support of people as dedicated to the grasslands as we are. Make BC grasslands part of your legacy, starting now. You can make a
- [AGM](https://bcgrasslands.org/agm/) - By Communications @ GCC In AGM, Events GCC PastPosted May 2, 2023 GCC AGM & Field Tour June 9-10 2023 Friday June 17 2022 -- Registration now open through Eventbrite. Read More By Origin In AGM, Events GCC PastPosted April 11, 2022 Grasslands Conservation Council : AGM 2022 Friday June 17 2022 --
- [Contribute your Content](https://bcgrasslands.org/gcc-contribute-content-photos/) - Submit Your Photos The GCC is aiming to improve its outreach and communication. We are looking for photos of grassland plants, animals, and landscapes. Please share your photos with us to help us tell the story of why grasslands are vital ecosystems worth protecting! A few notes on submissions: Please name your files meaningfully. Photos
- [Corporate Giving](https://bcgrasslands.org/giving/corporate-giving/) - Corporate Giving Donating to the GCC isn’t just about giving back to the community where you do business, it’s about giving back to the land that supports you and your customers. If the GCC’s pragmatic, respectful approach resonates with your corporate values, make BC grasslands part of your company’s record of giving back. You can
- [Who We are](https://bcgrasslands.org/about-us/) - Who we are Sound stewardship. Informed policy. Sustainable management. Caring for the land that cares for us. GCC and its partners gather and share information about grasslands and what they need to thrive. Since 1999, the GCC has been taking part in conversations with people who work on and make rules about the land to
- [Contact Us](https://bcgrasslands.org/about-us/contact-us/) - Contact us Mailing address: Grasslands Conservation Council of BC PO Box 3341 Kamloops, BC V2C 6B9 * If you would like to send a package by courier, please contact us to make arrangements. Email: info@bcgrasslands.org Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
- [Giving](https://bcgrasslands.org/giving/) - Many grasslands, many ways to give. For the GCC to continue to play a successful role in the sound stewardship and protection of BC’s grasslands, we need the support of people as dedicated to the grasslands as we are. Make BC grasslands part of your legacy, starting now. You can make a difference. In Memoriam legacy
- [Gifts of Stock](https://bcgrasslands.org/giving/gifts-of-stock/) - Donating stocks is one way to make a significant gift to benefit BC grasslands. In Canada, donors who transfer securities (as stocks or mutual funds) directly to charities are exempt from the capital gains tax, making this type of donation attractive to the donor and the charity. The donor receives a tax receipt for the full market
- [In Memoriam](https://bcgrasslands.org/giving/in-memoriam/) - Honour the memory of a friend or loved one who appreciated the beauty and importance of grasslands. In-memoriam donations are a tribute to friends, family, and colleagues, and a kind offer of support to bereaved family members. The GCC issues a tax receipt to the donor and sends the family a tasteful card acknowledging the
- [Planned Giving](https://bcgrasslands.org/support-bc-grasslands/planned-giving/) - Leave a legacy for future generations by helping to protect the natural and cultural heritage of BC grasslands. A planned gift may be a one-time cash donation, a series of donations over a set period, bequests under a will, donations of publicly traded securities, RRSPs, RRIFs, life insurance policies, or an endowment. Planned gifts can
- [Monthly Gifts](https://bcgrasslands.org/giving/monthly-gifts/) - Monthly donations help sustain our work and BC grasslands. They provide steady funding for our conservation projects and can be easy for you to manage when you set up an automatic debit or credit card payment via CanadaHelps.org. Please consider monthly donations. The GCC is a registered charity in Canada. Donations are tax-deductible. Would you
- [Volunteer](https://bcgrasslands.org/support-bc-grasslands/volunteer/) - Come to our table. Share your talents. The GCC is a non-profit organization whose success depends on the people who devote their time and energy to making sure its projects are delivered effectively. Sign up today Volunteers are essential to the continued growth of the GCC and the viability of its programs. You can benefit
- [Mission](https://bcgrasslands.org/about-us/mission/) - Landing page versus reveal We at the GCC take our mission seriously. We have work to do. And it matters. Our overall goals: Foster understanding and appreciation for the ecological, social, economic, and cultural importance of BC grasslands. Promote stewardship and sustainable management practices to ensure the long-term health of BC grasslands. Promote the conservation

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