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June 2021 eNews
Meet Nuttall's Cottontail
This little fellow is Nuttall’s Cottontail. They are the smallest species of rabbit in BC and one of the rarest in Canada. The South Okanagan is the only place in Canada with habitat for these rabbits to survive.

Nuttall’s Cottontail makes its home in grasslands, particularly on slopes and ridges with sagebrush stands. Its sandy brown fur does not change colour in winter so it needs areas with dry grasses to hide from predators.

Currently, Nuttall’s Cottontail is a federally-listed species at risk. The greatest threat to the species is habitat loss.

Nuttall’s Cottontail has been spotted in the Park Rill Floodplain, our priority acquisition project in the South Okanagan. We have until June 30 to raise the last of the funds needed to conserve this property and protect this priceless habitat forever. 
Circle of Life Episode #3
This month Rob journeys to Salt Spring Island where he smells a Sea Star and learns about the history of Garry Oak meadows.

The full episode is now available on our website. If you would like to see more of Rob exploring our beautiful province, follow us on social media.
Conversation on Conservation with Bill Merrilees
We feel privileged at The Nature Trust to be connected to some truly amazing volunteers.

Prominent B.C. naturalist Bill Merilees has broad interests in the natural sciences that include botany, marine biology and ornithology.

Today, as he approaches his 81st birthday he is still observing, writing books and articles and engaged in protecting nature. Since 1984, he has been leading the environmental stewardship effort that includes the expansion and protection of the Buttertubs Marsh Conservation Area in Nanaimo, B.C.
Bill shared his thoughts with us on environmental stewardship, nature, and his considerable collection of marine molluscs.

Artist of the Year Award
In celebration of The Nature Trust of British Columbia’s 50th Anniversary, and the Federation of Canadian Artists’ 80th Anniversary, we are collaborating to award The Nature Trust of British Columbia Artist of the Year Award on October 18.

The Federation is currently looking for artist submissions for the show. Please share with the artists in your life.

Mark your calendars, the exhibition is from October 18 to 31 on Granville Island, at 1241 Cartwright Street, Vancouver, BC.