About Us
We are a non-profit registered Society dedicated to the protection and enhancement of wild sheep and wild sheep habitat throughout “Beautiful British Columbia”.
BC is very fortunate to be home to the largest and most diverse populations of wild sheep of any of the provinces, states or territories in North America. From the dry desert-like climate of the southern interior to the glacial northern most corner along the Yukon border, you can find 4 sub-species of sheep spread across this beautiful province. They have adapted to and thrive in some of the harshest environments and continue to be an iconic symbol of our BC wilderness.
Photo credit: Darryn Epp
First Nations peoples have long had a deep relationship with wild sheep and an understanding of their importance in the ecosystem. Sheep have also historically had many uses for First Nations including providing for sustenance, societal and ceremonial needs. More recently, they have become highly valued by outdoor enthusiasts for wildlife viewing, as an icon and indicator of true wilderness and a healthy environment, and as one of the most challenging big game species a hunter can pursue.
The WSSBC was formed in 1992 by a group of dedicated sportsmen and women that recognized the challenges wild sheep face, and decided to take action. They believed it was their responsibility to protect the species they had come to admire. Since then, the Society has grown to nearly 2000 members provincially and internationally whose crucial funds and volunteer time are funnelled into projects around BC with the goal of “Putting More Sheep On The Mountains”.
Through our collective efforts, the WSSBC funds wild sheep science and research projects, habitat enhancement and protection projects, and transplantation of sheep into unoccupied or historically occupied areas. During our annual Fundraiser and Convention, we engage our membership and the public with updates on the status of our wild sheep populations throughout the province, the latest on our projects and research, awareness of wild sheep health and disease issues, and other educational events related to wild sheep and sheep hunting.
We invite you to tour through our website and learn more about our wild sheep in BC, and we encourage you to become part of our efforts to sustain “Wild Sheep Forever”!