Guided by a mission to reunite people with the natural world, the “magic of salmon” welcomes thousands of visitors annually to engage in outdoor discovery at our 10 acre living classroom. Set along the banks of the Shuswap River amidst the lush interior rainforest, the centre is one of the few places in B.C. that engages participants with a firsthand experience of salmon, the habitat that supports them, and that they in turn support.
Salmon are considered a “keystone” species. This means that they are the backbone of our ecosystem. Salmon play a critical role in maintaining the over-all health of the ecosystem that they have earned the “keystone” accolade. There are over 130 different species of animal that rely on salmon as part of their own survival strategy. These animals can be as large as a killer whale or as small as an insect. No matter the size salmon are essential for their own continued existence.
Recent studies have shown that salmon populations are once again in decline along our BC coast. BC is recognized across the globe for the historic sockeye salmon runs witnessed every four years. It is more important than ever to learn more about this precious resource and what can be done to ensure the continued survival of our iconic fish.
Three local School Districts participate in the Fisheries and Oceans Stream to Sea program. This program offers the students an opportunity to get up close and personal with the salmon as they are raised from egg to fry in classroom aquariums throughout the region. The children study and learn about the salmon before releasing them back into the natural world. They will arrive at our site daily throughout the spring fall and to participate in award-winning ecological education programs. Individuals or small groups (four or less) wishing to join these life- long and inspiring activities are most welcome. Please call ahead so we can fit you in. You can even participate in our annual salmon brood stock capture and egg collection activities in early October or the fry release in late June.
Throughout the summer, knowledgeable interpreters will be available to share the magic of salmon with visitors from around the world and to provide specialized programs, child-friendly activities, opportunities for quiet reflection and so much more.
Salmon are considered a “keystone” species. This means that they are the backbone of our ecosystem. Salmon play a critical role in maintaining the over-all health of the ecosystem that they have earned the “keystone” accolade. There are over 130 different species of animal that rely on salmon as part of their own survival strategy. These animals can be as large as a killer whale or as small as an insect. No matter the size salmon are essential for their own continued existence.
Recent studies have shown that salmon populations are once again in decline along our BC coast. BC is recognized across the globe for the historic sockeye salmon runs witnessed every four years. It is more important than ever to learn more about this precious resource and what can be done to ensure the continued survival of our iconic fish.
Three local School Districts participate in the Fisheries and Oceans Stream to Sea program. This program offers the students an opportunity to get up close and personal with the salmon as they are raised from egg to fry in classroom aquariums throughout the region. The children study and learn about the salmon before releasing them back into the natural world. They will arrive at our site daily throughout the spring fall and to participate in award-winning ecological education programs. Individuals or small groups (four or less) wishing to join these life- long and inspiring activities are most welcome. Please call ahead so we can fit you in. You can even participate in our annual salmon brood stock capture and egg collection activities in early October or the fry release in late June.
Throughout the summer, knowledgeable interpreters will be available to share the magic of salmon with visitors from around the world and to provide specialized programs, child-friendly activities, opportunities for quiet reflection and so much more.
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Kingfisher Interpretive Centre
2550 Mabel Lake Road, Enderby, BC V0E 1V5 Info: 250-838-0004 kingfisherinterpretivecentre@gmail.com (C) 2021 Kingfisher Interpretive Centre |