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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✨ Happy New Year from HCTF! ✨ As we welcome a new year, we’re taking a moment to look back with gratitude on everything achieved together across British Columbia. From project partners and proponents to donors, researchers, and educators, thank you for the passion and dedication you bring to conserving B.C.’s fish, wildlife, and habitats. Whether you’re starting the year in the field, in the classroom, or out exploring your favourite trail, we hope it’s filled with inspiration, connection, and time outdoors. Here’s to another year of conservation in action. Happy New Year, B.C.!

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Scholarship Student Highlight: Mitchell Brunet Mitchell is one of this year’s Together for Wildlife Scholarship Recipients Mitchell Brunet is a Doctorate student at the University of British Columbia. They are using a suite of GPS-collared mule deer, white-tailed deer, and cougars, as well as vegetation sampling, and camera trap networks to identify the cause of mule deer limitation. Identifying the cause of mule deer decline will ensure we implement management actions such as on-the-ground habitat improvements (e.g., prescribed burns, access mitigation, UWRs) and harvest regulations that make meaningful differences.

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Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy Holiday season! As the year comes to a close, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our new and long-standing supporters for their dedication to conserving British Columbia’s fish, wildlife, and habitats for future generations. From all of us at HCTF, we wish you a safe, joyful holiday season and encourage you to spend some time connecting with nature!

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🎄 Holiday Office Closure 🎄 As we wrap up another year of supporting conservation projects across British Columbia, our team will be taking a short winter break to rest, recharge, and enjoy the season. ✨ Please note: The HCTF office will be closed from December 20th to 29th. We’ll be back and ready to dive into 2026 conservation work on December 30th! If you reach out during this period, we’ll respond as soon as we’re back in the office. Thank you for being part of a community that values wildlife, healthy habitats, and a sustainable future for BC. Wishing you a warm, safe, and nature-filled holiday season! 🌲❄️💚

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Winter might feel quiet, but BC’s wildlife is still on the move and staying aware is an important part of keeping both people and animals safe. Whether you’re heading out for a snowy hike, exploring frozen wetlands, or just enjoying a crisp morning walk, here are a few winter-wise tips: 🐾 Give animals space. Wildlife conserve precious energy in winter. If you spot deer, elk, or other species, keep dogs leashed and maintain plenty of distance so animals don’t waste energy fleeing. 🐻 Bear-aware year-round. In many coastal and low-elevation areas, not all bears are denned in winter, and some may emerge early during warm periods. Stay alert for tracks, carry bear spray where recommended, and follow local advisories. ❄️ Stick to established trails. Venturing off-path can disturb wintering animals and damage sensitive habitats hidden beneath the snow. 🌲 Pack out what you pack in. Food attractants and garbage can still draw wildlife, even in the cold months. When we explore responsibly, we help protect the wildlife and wild spaces that make BC so special. 📷 Project 7-540

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Scholarship Student Highlight: Julie Thomas Julie is one of this year’s Al Martin Scholarship Recipients Julie is a PhD student attending the University of Northern British Columbia. She is researching the impacts of cougar predation on Woodland caribou. Specifically, Julie is examining if feral horses are allowing cougars to exert more pressure on caribou by providing an additional food source to cougars, if increased feral horse abundance post fire is forcing caribou further into cougar ranges, and if the removal of cougar competitors (wolves) is allowing for a greater abundance of cougars. This research will improve our understanding of the predator-prey relationship of cougar and caribou, which has direct implications for woodland caribou recovery in BC and beyond

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Did you know that caribou are among the most migratory land animals in North America? Some herds travel huge distances each year across rugged landscapes in search of food and suitable breeding grounds. Caribou populations are vital to northern ecosystems, but many herds are currently under threat from habitat loss, climate change, and human activity. HCTF is proud to help support the recovery of caribou habitat through the Caribou Habitat Restoration Fund (CHRF). Let’s work together to protect BC’s caribou and the landscapes they call home. 🌲 Learn more about the CHRF and get involved today! 📷 Project 7-475

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Temperatures may be falling but that doesn't mean the field work stops! While many of us are cozying up indoors, conservation teams across BC are still out in the snow, collecting data, monitoring wildlife, and keeping long-term projects moving forward. From tracking overwintering species to measuring stream health under ice, winter field work gives us crucial insights into how ecosystems function year-round, helping guide the science-based decisions that shape conservation in BC. A huge shout-out to the biologists, technicians, community partners, and project leaders who bundle up, head out, and make these projects possible. Your dedication supports healthier wildlife and more resilient habitats for future generations. 📷 Project 6-299