Marten vs. Goshawk - Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation

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Mon, 20 Nov 2017

Marten vs. Goshawk

What happens when a marten’s meal is interrupted by a curious goshawk? Watch the video to find out!

Thanks so much to Shannon Crowley and Dexter Hodder for sharing this amazing footage from their HCTF-funded project, “Marten Population Responses to Accelerated Salvage Logging in MPB Stands in Central BC“.

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Ever wonder how HCTF turns funding into approved projects and real-world impacts? From restoring wetlands and protecting wildlife habitat, to funding cutting-edge research and supporting community-led stewardship projects every dollar is carefully invested where it can make an impact. Our role as a trusted fund manager means working closely with scientists, Indigenous partners, local organizations, and communities to ensure conservation efforts are effective, accountable, and lasting. Since 1981, HCTF has helped fund thousands of projects that protect species, strengthen ecosystems, and support sustainable outdoor recreation across BC. Together, these projects build a healthier, more resilient future for wildlife and people alike. Conservation works best when we work together. Learn more about how your support creates impact and how you can get involved — link in bio. #HCTF #ConservationInAction #BCConservation #ProtectWhatMatters #WildlifeConservation #ImpactThatMatters #ConservationFunding #NatureNeedsYou

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Few animals represent BC’s wild landscapes quite like the moose. Despite their size, moose are deeply connected to wetlands, relying on marshes, swamps, and shallow lakes for food, shelter, and relief from summer heat. Aquatic plants found in wetlands make up a major part of a moose’s diet, and these areas also provide important calving habitat and protection from predators. When wetlands are degraded or lost, moose populations feel the impact. Protecting wetlands means protecting the places moose need to survive and thrive. Through conservation funding and partnerships, HCTF helps support the habitats that sustain iconic species like the moose across British Columbia.

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Applications for the Together for Wildlife Scholarship are now OPEN! 🎓 If you're a Masters or PhD student passionate about making a real impact on BC's wildlife, this is for you. We're awarding up to 10 scholarships to support research that fosters stewardship, reconciliation, and community capacity. Partnering with the First Nations-B.C. Wildlife & Habitat Conservation Forum and the Province of BC's Together for Wildlife Initiative to support diverse perspectives and build a brighter future for BC's nature. Learn more & apply https://hctf.ca/scholarship-program/ !

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This World Water Day, we’re recognizing the critical role that healthy watersheds, wetlands, and aquatic habitats play in sustaining fish, wildlife, and communities across British Columbia. From restoring wetlands to improving fish passage and protecting critical habitats, HCTF-funded projects are making a real difference for the ecosystems that depend on clean, abundant water. Every project funded is a step toward a more resilient future for BC’s fish, wildlife, and people.

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Hello, spring! 🌸 As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, wetlands across BC come alive. Frogs begin calling, birds return to nest, and plants burst into bloom, marking the start of one of nature’s busiest seasons. Spring reminds us of renewal, resilience, and the importance of protecting the habitats that make this transformation possible. At HCTF, we’re proud to support conservation projects that help wetlands and wildlife thrive not just this season, but year-round. Here’s to fresh starts, new growth, and a hopeful season ahead.

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Calling all BC University students! HCTF has two scholarships open for applications right now! For Undergrads we've got the Don McCubbing Scholarship and for Grad students we have the Al Martin HCTF Scholarship! HCTF– McCubbing Scholarships - these scholarships for any BC students who are pursuing an honours thesis or direct studies research project in their fourth year of a BSc. program at any BC post-secondary institution. Al Martin HCTF Scholarships are for graduate students wishing to pursue a career in fish or wildlife management and conservation in British Columbia. Learn more and apply at https://buff.ly/UG3LMtr

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Wetlands are bird hotspots bursting with life, sound, and movement. From the elegant great blue heron to the energetic red-winged blackbird, BC’s wetlands provide food, shelter, and breeding habitat for countless bird species. During migration, wetlands become essential rest stops for waterfowl and shorebirds travelling thousands of kilometres. In spring and summer, they’re busy nesting and feeding grounds for resident birds raising their young. Protecting wetlands means protecting the birds that depend on them and ensuring future generations can experience the wonder of these wild spaces. Which wetland bird is your favourite?

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Stay connected to conservation in British Columbia. The Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation newsletter shares updates on the projects, partnerships, and research helping conserve fish, wildlife, and habitats across the province. Subscribers receive regular updates on: • HCTF-funded conservation and restoration projects • Research supporting wildlife and habitat management • Funding and scholarship opportunities • Stories highlighting the people and organizations working to conserve BC’s natural resources Every project we support contributes to a resilient future for British Columbia’s ecosystems and the communities that value them. 📬 Sign up to receive the latest conservation updates and learn how HCTF funding is making an impact across BC. Learn more and subscribe at hctf.ca