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Bobcat (Lynx rufus) Stands in Snow Looking Out Winter
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Bear panorama in bog. Panoramic view of bear in bog at summer.
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Bighorn Sheep Ram Grazes
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Our Philosophy

The Southern Interior Land Trust Society (SILT) was established in 1988 as the Okanagan Region Wildlife Heritage Fund Society. The SILT seeks to create a legacy of protected, important habitats for all living things by acquiring and maintaining ecologically significant gems and jewels of wildlife habitat in British Columbia's southern interior region. Our mission is to create “stepping-stones” for ecosystem connectivity and animal movement wherever possible.

You Can Help

The Southern Interior Land Trust is a registered not-for-profit charitable organization and tax receipts can be issued for donations of cash or property or bequests from estates. Consider making a tax-deductible donation of money or land or you may wish to include the society in your will. Your donation will help greatly to further our common objectives of conserving habitat for wildlife. Learn more about how you can make a difference by clicking the DONATE NOW button.

Bourguiba Spring Habitat Preserved

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About Us:

About Us:

The Southern Interior Land Trust Society (SILT)

The Southern Interior Land Trust Society formerly known as The Okanagan Region Wildlife Heritage Fund Society, was formed by members of the B.C. Wildlife Federation and regional fish and game clubs. SILT is a member of the Land Trust Alliance of British Columbia.

1988

1988

Society Incorporated
Yes

Yes

CDN Land Trust Standards
Member

Member

Land Trust Alliance of BC

Our team members

Al Peatt, RPBio, FAPB

Executive Director – 250-328-4699

Judie Steeves

President

Lindsay Lalach

Vice President

Gordon Wilson

Secretary / Treasurer

Sara Ashpole

Director

Bruce Hibbard

Director

Kerry Rouck, RPF, M.Sc.

Director

Melodie Lind

Director

Ron Taylor

President Emeritus

Our Projects

The Southern Interior Land Trust raises funds, not only through donations, but also by administering funds for projects.

JOIN US AND HELP US BY DONATION

Consider the following ways you can contribute to the Southern Interior Land Trust Society. Your contribution will help make a difference towards conserving land and habitat for fish and wildlife in the Southern Interior. Let’s work together to conserve and protect habitat for present and future generations.

Help SILT Maintain the Grand Forks Grasslands

Lot A of DL 493 and SILT’s previously acquired DL 492 are critical grassland in the Grand Forks area best known for supporting a successfully reintroduced population of 200-300 California bighorn sheep (BC blue list). Both properties are used year-round as forage and security habitat for bighorn; all age and sex classes are commonly seen.

Both these properties are also known for occurrences of rattlesnake, gophersnake and American racer. An intriguing sighting of what may be sharp-tailed grouse was recently reported in the area and as well, the endangered badger.

Please consider donating towards the maintenance and upkeep of these properties.

Latest News

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Aug

Congratulations to Ally Truscott, – 2024 Recipient of the John B. Holdstock Scholarship

We are thrilled to announce Ally Truscott as the recipient of the 2024 John B. Holdstock Scholarship. This award is a testament to Ally’s dedication and academic excellence, particularly in […]

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29
May

Welcome New Directors – Kerry Rouck & Melodie Lind

SILT would like to welcome two new Directors to its Board. Retired forestry professional, Kerry Rock and Melodie Lind, a lawyer with Pushor Mitchell Lawyers. To learn more about Kerry […]

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29
May

Thank You Elise Everest – Retiring Director

Following a 3 year term as a Director, Elise Everest retires from the Board. SILT President, Judie Steeves, wishes to thank Elise for her service to and support of the […]

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