YOUR STEWARDSHIP CAN HELP NOW ... ... and in the future. We believe that close ties to nature made in early life will become lifelong bonds, and that ultimately, children will grow to form a generation of adults who are knowledgeable and passionate about wild places and wild things. By giving generously you can help us to maintain the habitat for biodiversity; to deliver environmental education programs, provide outdoor recreation opportunities, and secure its position as Canada’s internationally recognized Ramsar wetland. FOUR WAYS YOU CAN HELP VOLUNTEER If you would like to become part of a team working for wetlands and wildlife, call 250-402-6900. BECOME A MEMBER If you visit often become a member and enjoy the many benefits: one year Wildlife Centre pass, one free guided canoe tour, one free guest admission pass, members only activities, reduced fees for many programs and special events, 10% off at the gift shop, and the Wetlander Newsletter mailed to your home. MAKE A DONATION Annual Operations Your annual giving contribution supports programs and services and wetland enhancement projects to create the best possible habitat for biodiversity. Employer Matching Gifts Many businesses support their employees by donating matching funds for dollars they give or time they donate to their favourite charity. If your employer will match your contribution, please let us know! Endowments and Bequests The CVWMA welcomes contributions and special gifts to our Endowment Fund, which helps build the CVWMA’s long-term financial security while providing tax advantages to you and/or your estate. BECOME A SPONSOR Sponsor a Habitat for Species at Risk When you become a Habitat for Species at Risk Sponsor you become a supporter of our species at risk. Choose one or more of the five-featured species! Or collect all five! (Western Grebe, Northern Leopard Frog, Great Blue Heron, American White Pelican and Western Painted Turtle). To thank you for your gift of $40.00 we will send you a sponsorship kit that includes CVWMA pin, certificate, and illustrated informative and fun facts about your chosen species and how it fits into the CVWMA. SUPPORT THE CVWMA TODAY ! Membership and Donation Form (click to view, save, and print). If you would like to support our work by making a donation, please click here:   ... to donate online or call us at (250) 402-6900 to arrange your preferred method. Email: askus@crestonwildlife.ca Since the birth of the Wildlife Area in 1968, we have replaced cycles of flood and drought with lush marshes teeming with life. The complex system of dykes, channels and ponds must be maintained and operated, or these precious marshes will be lost. Money to support Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area programs and projects come from partners like you - the individual, corporations, foundations and granting agencies. Partners are essential towards maintaining and operating this accredited international 17,000-acre natural resource for biodiversity, research, education and visitors. Our partners appreciate the importance of wetlands to our planet's health and want to be recognized as stewards. Over the years, money donated to the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area by individuals and organizations has helped fund the largest and most important resting and feeding ground for waterfowl in the interior of British Columbia. Manage important habitat for more than 265 species of birds, 50 of mammals, 30 of fish, reptiles and amphibians, hundreds of plants (some very rare elsewhere), and thousands of invertebrates. Over 100,000 migrating waterfowl use the Area. Mammal residents include numerous deer, coyotes, river otters, mink, beavers, and muskrats. Over a hundred elk frequent the Area as do the occasional black bear, cougar, and moose. The best large mouth bass fishery in BC, and perhaps western Canada, also exists here. Help us to continue conserving and managing this accredited international Ramsar wetland, where endangered and imperiled species depend on the habitat. Did you know wetlands are the most productive ecosystems on earth? If we didn't conserve and manage this wetland all the animals would have no place to go. Financial support from Partners is vital for keeping our wetland thriving. Volunteer Opportunities There are many ways you can volunteer at the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area. For more details or to sign up, contact Anne de Jager, Volunteer Coordinator at the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area. (250) 402-6904 Our Wish List From time to time there are many items which would provide valuable assistance to the CVWMA in maintaining and improving the area. If you are interested in helping with our item wishlist, please contact the CVWMA at (250) 402-6904. Thank you! Your Donations Individual Donations You can support the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area through a donation of a tax deductible gift or through project specific funding. We'll send you a supporter decal, and a copy of the "Wetlander" newsletter 3 times per year and our Annual Report, with your tax receipt for donations of $15 or more. You can now donate online! Corporate Donations You'll remind everyone that your company is "green", by supporting the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area through donation of a tax deductible gift or through project specific funding. You'll be in good company: a working group of dedicated individuals from companies and organizations that care.