Tag: Kootenay Lake

Warm, dry weather continues to reduce inflows to Kootenay Lake, but water levels remain within the operating limits set under the International Joint Commission's 1938 Order of Approval, according to the International Kootenay Lake Board of Control.

Kootenay Lake residents are being asked to provide input to help shape future forest management decisions through a new planning process covering 1.2 million hectares of Crown land.

Residents around Kootenay Lake will have a chance next week to voice concerns and ask questions about lake levels, dam operations and future water management plans during two public meetings hosted by the International Kootenay Lake Board of Control.

The Regional District of Central Kootenay is considering a funding request from the Nelson RCMP detachment for increased marine patrols on Kootenay Lake this summer.

Water levels on Kootenay Lake are expected to rise in the coming weeks after officials declared the start of the annual freshet, signalling changing conditions for shoreline communities.

The first-ever Great Kokanee Escape made a strong splash this past weekend, bringing together local businesses, and lake stewards in support of Kootenay Lake.

Hope Beyond Borders is giving residents a unique way to support its work. The local animal rescue group is offering an exclusive four-hour private charter cruise aboard the historic Cara Mia on Kootenay Lake this summer to raise funds for animals in need.

Residents in the Kootenay region and surrounding areas are being invited to take part in public sessions this December to help shape the future management of water levels at Kootenay Lake.