Our Quarterly Newsletter is available to read with link below. Innovation, generations, education and community partnerships continue to shape the work of the Creston Community Forest. This month's newsletter highlights how forest management is evolving through exciting projects like the Fire for Healthy Soils initiative, where wood waste from wildfire risk reduction is being transformed into biochar with the potential to benefit both our forests and Creston valley farms.

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

Here at Creston Community Forest, we’ve recently hosted Selkirk College Forestry students for valuable hands-on learning and working with Wildsight to promote resilient, healthy forests. Our 2025 initiatives have attracted new funding, including a program that creates opportunities to connect with the valley’s agricultural sector. Camping season is now officially underway and we encourage everyone to review Wildfire Safety Tips and the guidelines for responsible firewood c