Welcome to Lake Windermere Ambassadors

  Each themed lesson has activities and games that will teach kids about Lake Windermere, those that depend on the lake and the importance of water stewardship. July 8th – Birds in our Sky The Lake Windermere area is a very important bird habitat and has a large diversity of bird species. Kids will learn […]

May is Invasive Species Action Month in BC and it’s an important time to raise awareness of the impact invasive species can have. What is an Invasive Species?  Invasive species are non-native plants or animals that have harmful impacts on the environment by altering an ecosystem’s food web. They outcompete native species for water, space […]

Are you passionate about Lake Windermere? We have THREE exciting ways for you to get involved and join the team. 1. Become a Board Member Our Annual General Meeting is coming up on March 12th, while you are welcome to join our Board of Directors at anytime this is a great chance to get in […]

Are you interested in learning more about our lakes and how to take care of them? The Ambassadors are partnering with BCLSS to host a LakeKeepers Workshop in our community!   The Nitty Gritty This chance to become a LakeKeeper, and steward for the lake is an exciting opportunity to connect with Lake Windermere, and […]

Every summer we receive a lot of questions regarding mooring buoys. We have put together some information so you can navigate the choppy waters of regulations and restrictions. Where can I place my buoy? The first thing many people want to know is where they can place a buoy on the lake.  The most important […]

Why everyone loves the lake Lakes Appreciation month July 2019 contest This past July, we ran a contest to celebrate Lakes Appreciation Month. We wanted to hear from you, to find out all the many reasons why people love Lake Windermere. Here are some of the answers we received:   Beautiful with the mountains It […]

In honour of Rivers to Oceans Week which takes place June 8th-14th in 2019 we must remind ourselves about the impact that we have on our lake spreads far beyond our horizon and can influence global water systems. “All drains lead to the ocean.” (Gill- Finding Nemo) Luckily our sewage pipes are leading into treatment […]

Are you passionate about lake stewardship and conservation? Do you want to learn more about community based water monitoring? Is engaging your community in watershed leadership something that excites you? Working for the Ambassadors was like stepping onto a launch pad for me. Through working for them, I began to see the value water has […]

This past September Goldeneye Ecological Services lead a one-day bird survey at the northern end of Lake Windermere. The one day count in combination with online research (eBird) determined that 165 bird species utilize habitat found at Lake Windermere. Of that number, 17 of those are considered to be species at-risk. Lake Windermere has historically […]

Preserving the plants! Aquatic plants in Lake Windermere are often misunderstood.  While some consider them to be a nuisance (e.g. they can become entangled in boat engines or impede swimming), they hold significant value for the ecosystem! Aquatic plants are an important food source for many animals and are a critical dietary component for migrating […]