Interview – Glaciologist speaks on his Kokanee Glacier research

To honor the UNESCO 2025 Year of Glacier Preservation, guest Brian Menounos speaks with Summit Radio’s Afternoons with Andrea on his many years of research at Kokanee Glacier in Nelson.

Photo Credit - Hakai Airborne Coastal Observatory
Upper part of Kokanee Glacier, Sept 18, 2025. This image shows the lack of retained snow and dark ice/firn (multi-year snow) near the top of the glacier. Photo Credit – Hakai Airborne Coastal Observatory

He shares what it’s like to be a Glaciologist, as well as some insight into recent work he has been involved with in other parts of BC. Listen below!

If you’re passionate about protecting our glaciers, you can help. There are resources and further reading available here: https://www.un-glaciers.org/en

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