As holiday lights brighten the valley, we are reminded of the beauty and unity of this community. As we recap the past four months in our quarterly newsletter the theme of community leads the way. Even as the lumber industry shifted unpredictably this 2025, our contractors and team remained grounded and committed. Together, we navigated challenges that ultimately sharpened our focus and strengthened our connection to the land. We’re excited to carry that strength into the y

Forest Activity Public Notice: Burning of Debris Piles The Creston Community Forest will begin burning debris piles created through our wildfire risk reduction projects, as long as venting conditions allow. These burns will take place over the next two weeks on Goat Mountain, Mount Thompson, and in the Russell Creek area. All debris piles are closely and continuously monitored during burning. These burns help remove excess forest fuels and support a safer landscape aro

These are the people who turn plans into action. Who ensure that our projects, big and small, move forward throughout the Creston Valley. Their hard work, and commitment to sustainable forestry is the backbone of every project we complete. They are the heart of our operations, working closely with community forest staff to bring our vision to life. Our thanks go to: * Macaulay Forestry - who for the last 6 years have treated hundreds of hectares reducing the risk of wildf

The Creston Community Forest was pleased to welcome Kootenay River Secondary School students and their Grade 10 & 11 science teacher, Eric Myers, for a field day of learning and exploration on October 27th. Leading the Grade 11 and 12 students were Erich Endersby (TFT) and Daniel Gratton (RPF), assisted by Alana Sargent (CCF Administrator) and Gitte Grover, our board director representing Wildsight.Opportunities like this helps strengthen local connections and offers a real