Pink Mountain is located 150 K north of Fort St John. Six years ago Ron Long began to build a case for the creation of an ecological reserve on the summit of the Mountain. In collaboration with the UBC Botanical Garden a biodiversity survey program was developed that is now complete. The results have exceeded all expectations with strong indications that Pink Mountain is unique in British Columbia. The study found rare species, unusual occurrences, new records and surprises in every aspect of the flora and fauna. The research potential of Pink Mountain seems limitless but the survival of this tundra ecosystem is in doubt. Industrial activity is expanding in the area and could adversely affect this very special place. Preservation efforts continue.

The Natural Resources & Environmental Studies Institute (NRESi) at UNBC hosts a weekly lecture series at the Prince George campus. Anyone from the university or wider community with interest in the topic area is welcome to attend. Presentations are also made available to remote participants through Livestream. More information will be posted about these presentations as it becomes available.

Past NRESi colloquium presentations and special lectures can be viewed on our video archive, available here.