Free Event November 27, 2025 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Hosted in collaboration with TRU's academic and scientific clubs, this mini-conference will bring together experts, educators, and students to discuss grassland ecosystems, invasive species, Indigenous perspectives, and innovative educational approaches.
Guest Speakers:
• Dr. Wendy Gardner – Global and BC grasslands
• Mike Dedels – Accessible grassland areas and land use change
• Kristi Gordon – Grassland curriculum and education initiatives
• Dr. Nancy Flood – Wildlife and bird ecology in Kamloops grasslands
• Jesse Ritcey – Invasive species management and restoration projects
Organized by Rabeya Shikdar Orpa, an Outreach and Stewardship Consultant at the Grassland Conservation Council of BC, in partnership with TRU student clubs and the Kamloops Naturalist Club. Let's connect science, community, and stewardship to envision a resilient future for our grasslands.
Event is free, but your support is appreciated through GCC Memberships or donations. Links at www.bcgrassands.org