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May 2026 Newsletter

FOSS celebrates 30 years of protecting and improving Kelowna’s South Slopes. Read about upgrades to the Stewart Road East Trailhead,…
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New Self-Guided Tour of Myra Canyon

Visitors to the Myra Canyon Trestles can download a free interpretive guide designed to enrich their journey along the historic…
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Expanded Adopt-A-Trail Program in Myra-Bellevue Park

We’re excited to announce that the Adopt-A-Trail Program has been expanded—offering more chances support the trails you love.…
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February 2026 Newsletter

Read about a major conservation milestone, FOSS’s 30th anniversary, ongoing trail maintenance and more.…
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Winter Windfall Removals

With snow and winds we see a large number of windfalls this time of year and crews try to get…
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December 2025 Newsletter

This newsletter looks back at the lasting impacts of the 2003 wildfire, highlights a major conservation land donation, and shares…
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New Pocket Maps of the South Slopes!

The NEW FOSS Trail Map is here! It’s the perfect companion for exploring the South Slopes.…
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September 2025 Newsletter

Recap of our summer, and some new information and events happening this fall!…
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Barbed Wire vs. Trail Crew

FOSS volunteers yanked out 1,000m of old barbed wire fencing from Myra-Bellevue. Once for cattle, now just a hazard!…
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New Trail History Signage Installed at Historic Camp Huissi

Ever hauled concrete, water, tools and two giant steel signposts 1 km uphill… by hand?…
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New Safety Railings at Myra Canyon Trestles

FOSS has been working closely with BC Parks to address safety concerns along the KVR.…
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June 2025 Newsletter

This edition of the newsletter is full of new happenings on the trails! From new trail by-passes, to new signage,…