Backpack electrofishing is one of the most commonly used fish capture techniques in freshwater, yet to be effective it must be done with strategy and care. The standard certification programs, while necessary and essential, focus on the safety aspects and how to conduct this form of fish sampling in a safe manner. Left out, however,...

This virtual training workshop by the Fraser Valley Conservancy will enable environmental professionals to accurately identify and distinguish tadpoles, metamorphs and juveniles of Lower Mainland frog species caught during work in and around waterways, ditches, or wetlands. This is an important professional development opportunity for environmental monitors to ensure due diligence and accuracy in amphibian...

This presentation by ESCABC will highlight the successes and lessons learned from vegetating local BC retaining wall, green roof, and naturalization projects using photos. The presentation will examine seed mix compositions of native/ agronomic grass seed mixes and wildflower blends for different areas of BC. Other topics of discussion include application methods, seed procurement and...

In this MicroCourse presented by NRTG, participants will examine how to design fish habitat assessments based on the desired project objective. Are we doing a baseline survey in advance of a proposed development? A reconnaissance survey? Or perhaps designing a monitoring program that will measure potential habitat changes downstream from a mine or forestry project?...

In this course delivered by NRTG, presenters will cover the most common weed species found in Western Canada, including their identification. Accurate identification is crucial, as different control methods—ranging from chemical to mechanical—vary in effectiveness depending on the species. Some methods may even exacerbate the problem if applied incorrectly. Participants will examine each control method...

Presented by NRTG, the micro-course Estimating Fish Abundance  introduces the student to methods of estimating fish abundance and includes considerations of effect of gear type and survey design on final abundance estimates. This course is very light on statistics and is intended for an audience seeking an overview of abundance estimation methods and the influence of the...

In this course presented by NRTG, participants will explore the life histories of various aquatic predators, invasive fish, and marine mammals in major rivers worldwide. Students will also learn about management strategies used to balance these ecosystems, examining the successes and challenges of adaptive measures aimed at controlling or eliminating these aquatic predators, with a...

This course presented by NRTG discusses how to choose and use the right boat, including electro-fishing boats, the best engines for that boat, and how the fish are going to be caught: gill-net, seine net, trap, fish wheel, hook-and-line, tagging, and/or eDNA sampling.

Writing persuasive proposals is a key skill for people working in consulting, for students in academia, for non-profit organizations seeking funding, and for Indigenous agencies looking to do some work on their land. Winning Proposals is a MicroCourse delivered by NRTG and dedicated to helping those responsible for responding to requests for proposals or grant applications achieve...

In this course presented by NRTG, participants will delve into the optimal seasons and habitats for amphibian observation, methods for identification across all life stages, and techniques for auditory identification. The Amphibian Identification MicroCourse caters to environmental professionals seeking to expand their expertise in amphibian work or refine their skills, as well as to amateur...

Canada’s National Knowledge Assessment process, Canada in a Changing Climate: Advancing our Knowledge for Action, is led by Natural Resources Canada with the goal of assessing, synthesizing and sharing the latest knowledge on climate change impacts and adaptation in Canada to help inform and advance decision making. The process involves broad and meaningful engagement with different...

Mark your calendar for 3-hours on June 11, 13, 18 and 20, 2024 to participate in an immersive learning for intermediate-to-advanced ESC plan designers. From 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon each day, designers and reviewers of ESCPs will take online professional training on the following topics: Goals, Concepts and Modelling Assessing Methods that Capture Sediment...