The Arrow Lakes Caribou Society is looking forward to another year of operating the Central Selkirk Caribou Maternity Pen near Nakusp. The Arrow Lakes Caribou Society (ALCS) was formed following two well attended public forums, hosting a total of 300 community attendees, discussing caribou recovery efforts around Nakusp, B.C. ALCS is a non-profit organization headquartered …
Thank you to Columbus Zoo & Aquarium!
Thank you to the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium Conservation Fund for providing the Arrow Lakes Caribou Society with funding for year two of the Central Selkirk Caribou Maternity Pen operations. These funds will be used to contract a Registered Veterinary Technician who has valuable experience at the maternity pen during calving and post-partum care with …
2023 Supporters
Thank you to our past and present supporters of the Central Selkirk Caribou Maternity Pen! This project would not be as successful as it is without your support.
ALCS Fundraiser
The Arrow Lakes Caribou Society is selling greeting cards generously donated by Carol Wallace Art from Nelson, BC. All proceeds will go towards the operation of the Central Selkirk Caribou Maternity Pen. Cards for sale at the Arrow Lakes Caribou Society office are titled "Winter Caribou," pictured below, $5 each. Card Bundles of four can …
Central Selkirk Caribou Maternity Pen Video
The Arrow Lakes Caribou Society was pleased to work with Christine Nielsen on a video project showcasing the Central Selkirk Caribou Maternity Pen. The video explains the importance of maternity penning for this species at risk, and details the project objectives moving forward into year two of maternity pen operations, and beyond. Special thanks to …
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Maternity Pen Project Year One
Now that the caribou captured during year one of the Maternity Pen Project operations have been released from the Central Selkirk Caribou Maternity Pen, ALCS is evaluating the outcomes of the first project year and starting planning for year two operations. Next caribou capture is planned for Spring 2023. ALCS wants to express its appreciation …
Happy World Caribou Day! – And new calves!
World Caribou Day is today, June 6th! Celebrate our love of caribou with us, with the theme Getting to Know Caribou and a slogan of A Brighter Future for Caribou! This celebratory day, created by the Caribou Conservation Breeding Foundation brings accessible education and involvement to the public to help a species at risk. Find …
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2% for Conservation – Community Partner Program
The Arrow Lakes Caribou Society is now a community partner of the 2% for Conservation organization! The Community Partner Program makes it easy for 2% of members to find conservation efforts, via the map, organization name, and 2%'s website. 2% for Conservation is an organization dedicated to certifying that at least 1% of an organization's …
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Capture of Caribou for Central Selkirk Caribou Pen
CARIBOU CAPTURE SUCCESSFUL FOR CENTRAL SELKIRK MATERNITY PEN The Arrow Lakes Caribou Society was successful on March 24th capturing seven adult females and one yearling female caribou from three locations northeast of Nakusp. The caribou are in the maternity pen and adapting nicely. The combined effort of 32 people divided into three teams made this …
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Arrow Lakes Caribou Society and Maternity Pen FAQ’s
Do you have some questions about what the Arrow Lakes Caribou Society is, or the maternity pen and its operations? Who is the Arrow Lakes Caribou Society? The Arrow Lakes Caribou Society (ALCS) was formed following two well-attended public forums, discussing caribou recovery efforts around Nakusp. ALCS is a non-profit organization headquartered in Nakusp, designed …
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