Native plants are the foundation of our ecosystems
We are on a mission to save the native plants and natural habitats that make the West Kootenay unique. KNPS connects people, plants, and place through science, education and restoration.
Respect
native plants; they need our help
Habitat destruction and climate change threaten the plants that make the West Kootenay special.
Protect
natural habitats with native plants
Preserving native plant habitat in wild areas is essential to support a full range of biodiversity.
Connect
with native plants in your yard
Restoring nature, protecting plants and pollinators, nurturing wildlife—these can all be done by you when you garden with native plants.
Upcoming Events
June 22: Milkweed Monitoring for Monarchs Training
Are you interested in learning how to monitor monarch butterflies and contribute to conservation efforts? The Milkweed Monitoring for Monarchs initiative is looking for volunteers to help track monarch eggs and larvae on Showy Milkweed this summer. Join us for a...
June 22: Monarch Waystation Learning Garden Open House
We’re delighted to invite you to a drop-in Open House at the Monarch Waystation Learning Garden at Beaver Creek Provincial Park on Sunday, June 22, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM. This event is part of our larger Milkweed Monitoring for Monarchs training day and is ideal for...
July 12: Reimagining a Garden for Butterflies
Join the KNPS team at Syringa Provincial Park for a native plant gardening workshop. More details coming soon.