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  • Whistler’s Old and Ancient Tree Map

    Posted by Claire Ruddy on July 14, 2020

    June, 2019 saw the release of the long-anticipated Old and Ancient Tree Map of Whistler. In this map, explorers (locals and visitors alike) can follow pre-planned paths or choose…


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  • Online Webinar: Getting To Know A Canadian Icon – The Grizzly Bear

    Posted by Claire Ruddy on June 10, 2020

    Grizzly bears are a fascinating and elusive presence for us here in the Sea to Sky corridor of British Columbia. Understanding more about the grizzly bear enables us to…


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  • Whistler Nature Camp | Spring Break

    Posted by Claire Ruddy on February 25, 2019

    Spring Break @ Home Program Update – We were having so much fun these past two weeks we…


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  • Natural Elements: Learning & Play Legacies For Students

    Posted by Claire Ruddy on November 14, 2018

    Teaching Whistler Youth About the Natural World Through Vibrant Outdoor Play Spaces The Natural Elements project was developed in 2017 through a joint partnership of…


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  • Waste AWARE Certification – Cleaning Companies

    Posted by Claire Ruddy on November 4, 2018

    The amount of waste humans produce is steadily rising and so is the cost of dealing with it. Global solid waste…


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Upcoming Events

  • Creekside Community Garage Sale Graphic 02 Oct, 22
    Building Sustainable Community, Waste
    Fall Community Garage Sale 2022

    October 2, 2022

    2071 Lake Placid Rd, Whistler, BC V0N 1B2, Canada

  • Fall Go By Bike Weeks 03 Oct, 22
    Connecting People with Nature, Building Sustainable Community, Climate Change
    Fall Go By Bike Weeks

    October 3, 2022

  • Candidates sitting on stage to an audience 05 Oct, 22
    Building Sustainable Community
    All Candidates Meeting on ‘Conservation, Climate and Community Wellbeing’

    October 5, 2022

    4335 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4

  • Fall 2022 Clothing Swap 17 Oct, 22
    Social Gathering, Waste
    Fall Clothing Swap 2022

    October 17, 2022

    Address: 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, BC V8E 0Z5

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Past Events

  • 25 Jun, 22
    Education, Connecting People with Nature, Building Sustainable Community
    Build a Bird House

    June 25, 2022

  • 18 Jun, 22
    Education, Connecting People with Nature, Building Sustainable Community
    Dig Sow Grow

    June 18, 2022

  • 14 Jun, 22
    Building Sustainable Community, Climate Change
    Climate Stories: Whistler’s Youth in Action

    June 14, 2022

  • 11 Jun, 22
    Education, Building Sustainable Community
    Zero Waste Education Station

    June 11, 2022

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About AWARE

AWARE is a member-driven charity that works to protect the natural environment in Whistler and the Sea to Sky through advocacy and empowerment of others through science-based research, education and programming.

As a member-driven charity our work is possible thanks to the dedication of our Board, Committees, Members, Volunteers and the support of the Whistler Community.

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Don’t miss the Creekside Garage Sale happening t Don’t miss the Creekside Garage Sale happening this Sunday! Come out to shop, sell or both! It’s the perfect opportunity to find new-to-you treasures and re-home your no longer needed items. For all the details, click the link in bio See you on Sunday👋
Sharing is caring🥰 It’s the last week to sub Sharing is caring🥰 It’s the last week to submit your photos to the Nature Photo contest! Submit photos through the website to enter them into the contest. Winning photos will be displayed in an exhibition at the Gallery at Maury Young Arts Centre! #weareawarewhistler
Did you know that saving seeds is actually really Did you know that saving seeds is actually really easy? When you harvest the seeds of your favourite plants, you won't need to buy that seed next year (or ever again!). Reasons to save seeds: 1. A single garden plant has the potential to produce hundreds of seeds to save and grow for the next season and years beyond. Saving your seeds is a cost effective way to keep your garden and harvest flourishing for free. 2. Saving seeds from our gardens is a great way to acclimatize the plant to the specific soil and growing conditions, yielding a more resilient and productive plant 3. Once we begin our own seed collection, we can trade seeds with other gardeners and plant new varieties 4. It’s a great way to slow down and connect to our ancestors. At some point in our lineage, our ancestors likely saved seeds to ensure they could grow food and survive the next season of life 5. It’s fun! Spending more time in the garden cultivating our own sustainability brings an amazing sense of empowerment. Trust in our own resources and rely less on corporations! IMPORTANT: Seeds don’t actually have an expiration date! Regulations require seed producers to put an expiration date on each packet but seeds can germinate long after that date. For more great tips and how-to's visit our Gardening 101 page. Link in bio!
A reminder of all the magic that surrounds us here A reminder of all the magic that surrounds us here in the Sea to Sky. Photo 1: Birds Eye View, Garibaldi Provincial Park @shinewhistler Photo 2: Blackcomb Lakeside Loop 19 (Wildflowers) Photo 3: Whistler Peak 23 (Marmot by Peak Chair Base) Photo 4: Marvellous Lichen/Cheakamus Crossing Forest Thank you to all of those that recently submitted to the We Are AWARE Nature Photo Contest. We are blown away by the wonderful images that you have captured from around this area. There is just under 2 weeks left to get your images submitted before the October 1st deadline. Just head to our link in bio to get yours in. We look forward to seeing what sparks your creativity!
Whistler is headed to the polls on October 15th! Whistler is headed to the polls on October 15th! This upcoming election is critical for issues that we as a community face, such as climate change, growth, conservation, and affordable housing. We invite all Whistlerites to come have your voices heard on October 5th as AWARE and Whistler Community Services Society (WCSS) host an All Candidates Meeting focused on conservation, climate action and community well-being. Candidates will be given time to present to community members on the issues they care about and to answer questions from the audience. This is an opportunity to create healthy dialogues around the topics that matter most to you. Make your vote count! The All Candidates Meeting is free to attend but space is limited so come early to be sure to secure a seat. We hope to see you there! Doors 5:30pm | 6pm Meeting starts | Maury Young Arts Centre
To celebrate the upcoming Fall GoByBike Weeks (Oct To celebrate the upcoming Fall GoByBike Weeks (Oct 3-16), we are excited to announce a Whistler-wide Scavenger Hunt! ⁠ ⁠ The GoByBike Scavenger Hunt is an invitation for everyone to get out on their bikes and solve some riddles along the valley trail. Follow the map to find a riddle at each E-Bike Station. The riddles are carefully crafted for the 7 unique locations. Read them carefully, look around and see how many you can solve! Prizes include: Rear bike lights, water bottles and mugs.⁠ ⁠ Play anytime between September 15 and October 16, AND if you register and log rides during GoByBike Weeks on the tracker, you will be eligible for a prize courtesy of @evocarshare . ⁠ ⁠ In partnership with @rmwhistler @evocarshare @gobybikebc⁠ ⁠ Check out our Scavenger Hunt highlights reel to get your playing card!⁠ ⁠ For more information and to register head to gobybikebc.ca/whistler
There are only 2 weeks left to submit your nature There are only 2 weeks left to submit your nature photos! We invite you to submit your final photos and to partake in the practice of good stewardship in and around our community. Each image you submit is an opportunity to create awe and wonder for our natural world, while also serving as a reminder of its fragility. All images submitted will be part of a carefully curated exhibition displayed in the Maury Young Arts Center in collaboration with @artswhistler Submitting your photos is easy, head over to the link in our bio for more information. Contest ends October 1st #weareawarewhistler
We are absolutely loving the new Whistler e-bike s We are absolutely loving the new Whistler e-bike share program here at AWARE. This is Katie, one of our Zero Waste Heroes who has been using the e-bikes on her weekend commute to work at the parks. Have you tried it yet? Thank you to the @RMOW and BCAA @evocarshare for partnering to make this happen! The e-bike share program will run until the middle of October so there is still time to check it out. Unlock a bike for only $1, followed by a $0.35 per minute charge - perfect for quick trips, and valley trail commutes! The RMOW will use the metrics from this demonstration to inform a request for proposals (RFP) to establish an ongoing permanent bike share system in Whistler. A huge step towards reducing GHG emissions and increasing options for sustainable transportation. Read more at whistler.ca
Moonrise View from Kees and Claire Hut by @ralphfo Moonrise View from Kees and Claire Hut by @ralphforsyth The We Are AWARE Nature Photo Contest is still accepting submissions for all 5 categories. The photo contest was created with the intention to encourage protection of our environment, working together in our communities and being present with what surrounds us. We’re excited to continue to see good stewardship through your creative lens 📸 Click the link in our bio to learn more and submit your photos #WeAreAwareWhistler
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