Welcome to OSCA
The South Okanagan and Lower Similkameen valleys are very special places.
Our region is known for its spectacular landscapes and wildlife, amazing outdoor recreation opportunities, and thriving agriculture industry.
It is a biologically unique area with both high wildlife diversity and high numbers of species at risk, and is recognized as one of Canada’s most endangered natural systems.
For more than 20 years, the Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Alliance (OSCA) has been providing people of all ages with opportunities to experience, discover, explore and protect our amazing natural environment.
We do this through various programs and events offered mainly outdoors throughout the year including the annual Meadowlark Nature Festival and Ecostudies outdoor education programs for schools and home learners.
Watch Our Video
Rare Up Close Look at the South Okanagan Bird Observatory
Global News VideoEncourage Student Involvement in Habitat Restoration
If you are contacting OSCA about an animal in distress or in conflict with humans, please contact your local conservation officer. The Penticton number is:
Conservation Officer (Penticton)
877 952-7277
OSCANEWS
Celebrate Our SalmonOpen House News Release
Bird Migration Program 2024 News Release
VLBO Open House Map
New OSCA Directors 2024June 19th, 2024
Feedback on our Fall Migratory Bird Program at Vaseux Lake...
Ecostudies Programs 2024 (PDF)
"I just want to let you know that one of our senior, master teachers just came back from your OSCA Fall Eco Bird Program. To quote her, 'It was one of the best field trips I've been on over the course of my career.' In the staff room at lunch, she then proceeded to rave about how engaged her students were because of your staff's expertise (as scientists and teachers) and the high quality of your program. Our students learned more about migration and bird behaviour through your hands on activities and interactive lessons than we could ever hope to achieve inside of our school. You have created something special, and our students feel the same as their teacher about their morning. Please thank your staff on our behalf for creating such a valuable immersive experience for our kids!"
