These organizations represent guides, outfitters, and operators whose livelihoods depend directly on abundant, healthy wildlife. They bring a economic voice to conservation – and a clear message that BC’s wildlife has value well beyond the hunt.
The Wilderness Tourism Association of British Columbia (WTA) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to ensure a sustainable future for BC’s wilderness tourism industry through leadership, advocacy, stewardship, education and marketing support.
The Outdoor Recreation Council of BC (ORCBC) is a charitable organization that serves as an umbrella group for over 100 outdoor recreation associations and organizations across the province, representing the public interest.
Conservation is extremely important to Great River Fishing Adventures. We are involved with many conservation organisations and we practice safe handling techniques.
The Fraser Valley Angling Guide Association (FVAGA) is a significant contributor to the current Fraser River sturgeon program. The value of the FVAGA in-kind contribution is estimated in excess of $800,000 annually.
The Commercial Bear Viewing Association and its members value and appreciate conservation projects.
The Coast to Cascades Grizzly Bear Initiative seeks to protect and recover threatened grizzly bears and safeguard their habitat in southwest British Columbia through science-based planning and community involvement.
Trappers have long played an important role in conservation and responsible wildlife management. Working alongside biologists and resource professionals, trappers help support healthy wildlife populations, protect habitat values, and contribute to the sustainable use of British Columbia’s natural resources.
We are a coalition of passionate anglers, conservationists, and outdoor advocates dedicated to protecting and restoring British Columbia’s fish, wildlife, and freshwater ecosystems.
The BCFTA is the not-for-profit industry association that represents fishing resorts and angling guides across the province. The association has been designated by Destination BC as the eligible entity to receive funding to promote the freshwater fishing tourism sector.
We are a federation of individual anglers and fly-fishing clubs. We advocate cooperatively with governments and other organizations throughout British Columbia for the sustainability of fish, their habitats, and quality angling.
GOABC advocates for science-based wildlife management and wants decision-makers to value wildlife and their habitat in land use decisions.
