The West Kootenay region is known for the landscapes and ecological diversity it holds. With the rapid changing of the natural environment, susceptible species populations continue to decline. Reptiles such as the listed rubber boa (Charina bottae) are becoming subject to habitat loss and degredation, even here in its native region, West Kootenays. The former layout of the Silver City Trap Club resulted in the possibility of targets for shooting landing outside of the property. To stay in operation and to follow the regulations of a gun range, the club needed to undergo a major land reconstruction project on its grounds. Losing a large portion of habitat due to the land reconstruction, the club is now focusing on creating reptile hibernaculum on the suitable area that remains.
