A BIG Thanks from Bunchgrass Hills!

Thanks to amazing kids like you, important conservation work is happening at the Bunchgrass Hills Conservation Area in British Columbia! With your support, scientists and land stewards from the Nature Conservancy of Canada have been busy taking care of one of Canada’s rarest ecosystems: grasslands.

Grasslands are super special, but they’re also in trouble. In fact, less than 1% of B.C.’s natural grasslands are left! That’s why the work you’ve helped support matters so much. Bunchgrass Hills protects more than 6,100 hectares of grasslands, forests, and wetlands that are home to all kinds of wildlife, including the endangered American badger and the threatened Lewis’s Woodpecker.

So, what’s been happening this year?

First, scientists went on their own version of nature missions! They explored the land to learn who (and what!) lives there and what habitats need the most care. They found badger dens, woodpecker nesting trees, and even spotted SIX different kinds of bumblebees buzzing around – that’s great news for pollinators! These surveys help the team make smart plans to protect animals now and in the future.

Next came wetland protection. New fences were built around sensitive streams and wetlands to keep them safe. These fences help plants grow back, keep water cleaner, and create better homes for frogs, birds, and other wildlife.

This is just the beginning! More fencing and habitat care are planned for the years ahead. Thanks to Earth Rangers like you, Bunchgrass Hills is becoming a healthier, happier place for nature. Way to make a real difference 💚