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- Burning of Debris Piles
This week (February 9th-16th), the Creston Community Forest (CCF) is planning to conduct more burning on Arrow/ Goat Mountain. * The goal is to remove the logging debris piles associated with the wildfire risk reduction work the CCF has been carrying out over the last 2 years. If conditions permit, expect to see larger columns of smoke on the upper portions of Arrow/ Goat Mountain. All debris piles are contained and surrounded by deeper snow, helping to remove the risk of fire spread.
- Creston Community Forest Douglas-fir Bark Beetle Program - 2024
With 10 liters of beetles collected, our year-long program combined traps, research, and collaborations to better understand and slow the spread of the Douglas-fir Bark Beetle. Find the results and what we are doing next by reading the summary below. Thank you to our Planning and Development Supervisor - Angela French, RFT - for sharing the following summary of the 2024 Creston Community Forests Douglas-fir Bark Beetle Program. Goal : The program aimed to reduce Douglas-fir bark beetle populations impacting Douglas-fir stands within the operating area. The focus was on slowing the spread of infestations, tracking beetle flight patterns, and monitoring population changes. Methodology: Trap Sites: Ten funnel trap sites were strategically selected based on proximity to affected or susceptible Douglas-fir stands and reserve areas. Additional factors like snowmelt timing, aspect, stand age, wind direction, and site accessibility were considered. Trap Setup: Each site had three 5-piece multitrap systems, placed a few meters apart to enhance mass trapping. The traps used a 3-part lure to attract and collect beetles, aiming to draw them away from vulnerable trees. Methylcyclohexen (MCH): Over 1000 MCH bubbles were distributed in susceptible stands to prevent beetle infestation. Research Collaboration: The program contributed to Canadian-wide bark beetle research by sending collected beetle samples to Dr. Christopher Keeling at the Laurentian Forestry Centre. His research on genetic biodiversity helps assess factors like cold tolerance and pest communication in bark beetles. Partnerships: Collaboration with the Selkirk Resource District and Stewardship allowed for discounted products and materials. The beetle data collected also contributed to monitoring infestations in the Selkirk District. Monitoring & Data Collection: From May 15 to August 19, 2024, 10 liters of bark beetles were collected. Bear damage at certain sites affected data accuracy, but high volumes were recorded in late May to mid-June and early to mid-July. This data will inform future management strategies. Future Plans: Funnel traps will continue to be placed at Goat Mountain, Mt. Thompson, and the Arrow Creek drainage to further monitor beetle populations and inform adaptive management.
- Part-time Office Administrator
The Creston Community Forest (CCF) is seeking a permanent part-time Office Administrator who will complete the administrative and bookkeeping duties for the company. The CCF is a not-for-profit company that has operated in the Creston Valley since 1997. Governed by a ten-person Board of Directors , the CCF is committed to sustainable forest management. Candidate and Responsibilities You are someone who understands the importance of being part of a professional and highly functioning workplace and possess a strong ability to interact positively with staff, board members and contractors. You are passionate about the community in which you live and work. Reporting to the Forest Manager, you will be responsible for: Full cycle accounting in QuickBooks Desktop – maintaining account payables and receivables, payroll, completing quarterly GST returns, remittance of payroll source deductions, maintaining log scale records, year-end accounting preparation and the generation of financial reports. Administrative tasks – answering phones, preparing monthly board meeting packages and responding to company e-mails. Qualifications and Experience Preference will be given to someone with the following qualifications and attributes: Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration or Accounting. Previous office administration experience. Previous accounting experience, preferably in QuickBooks Desktop. Strong written and communication skills. Accountable, well-organized and professional when dealing with staff, board members, contractors and the public. Self- motivated and forward thinking. Knowledge of the forestry industry is an asset but not required. Hours of work will be 20-24 hours per week. Compensation for this position will commensurate your level of experience and be competitive with current industry standards ($29-34.00 /hour) . The CCF has a matching RRSP program and provides full employee benefits. Application Process The closing date for this job advertisement is March 3, 2025. Applicants can email a cover letter and resume with ‘ CCF Office Admin’ in the subject line to: dgratton@crestoncf.com . If you wish to submit your application in person, our office is located at 121 Northwest Blvd. Both your cover letter and resume must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications listed above. We thank all who apply but only those selected for consideration will be contacted.
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- Creston Valley Fire Resiliency Committee | Creston Community Forest, BC
Creston Valley FireSmart Resiliency Committee Photo: SIFCO Hope is not a plan - together we can take action. Local FireSmart Resiliency Committees strengthen collaboration between local partners to coordinate, plan and share information on how to successfully implement a joint strategy for their community based on the seven FireSmart disciplines. In 2022 in the Creston Valley, the Lower Kootenay Indian Band, municipal and provincial governments, and partnering forestry licensees established an approach to wildfire risk reduction that is both inclusive and innovative. 1. Ask: "how do we reduce the risk of wildfire spreading through our Community and Forest?" Answer: Attend our open house to ask questions, sign-up for a FireSmart Assessment, and to understand how you can play a role in it! 2. Create a Plan At the beginning of each wildfire season, the Creston Community Forest and partners host an Open House for the community. The Creston Valley FireSmart Resiliency Committee will attend the Open House hosted by the Creston Community Forest and the Creston Valley Farmers Market. The goal of the Open House is to bring together wildfire and wildlife practitioners and educators, government representatives, local forestry licensees and community members to discuss, learn, share and explore what work is happening in the Creston Valley and how you can play a part in making your home, community, and forest more resilient to wildfire. Open House - 2024 Open House - 2024 Open House - 2024 Be Prepared. Northwest Territories Wildfire 2023 - Highway 1 3. Connect with us Wildfire Risk Reduction in our Forests and Community - Committee Partners Wildfires are a growing concern in British Columbia, with major impacts felt by Indigenous and rural communities located in fire-prone ecosystems. Learning to live with fire by creating fire resilient communities is essential for our wellbeing. In the Creston Valley, Managed Forests are often located at the interface between wilderness and settlements known as the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) and play a vital role in mitigating severe wildfires. The goal of wildfire risk reduction projects on the forestry scale is to reduce the forest fuel load to prevent a severe crown fire from entering the community, which helps to safeguard homes and properties. The Creston Valley FireSmart Resiliency Committee is actively involved in wildfire planning and preparedness, demonstrating leadership in both the proactive planning and highlighting its commitment to community safety. Check out the video below to learn where the partner areas are located in the Creston Valley and the work that is underway. The Creston Valley FireSmart Resiliency Committee 4. Save the number to call To report a wildfire call the Southeast Fire Centre with *5555 4. Save: Click here to add the *5555 to your mobile phone and save as "WILDFIRE - Creston Valley" One click to make it easy for you. STAY IN THE LOOP! Sign up for our newsletter below to stay updated on upcoming trail work, events, and more. Don't miss out on the latest news, opportunities to get involved and join our online community to be the first to know. Creston Community Forest Newsletter sign up link: Yes, I want the Newsletter
- Get Involved | Creston Community Forest, BC
Get involved with the Creston Community Forest! Join our Board, Volunteer, Come on a Field Trip, Check out our trails, and keep up to date on current events. You can also subscribe to our newsletter, for the most recent happenings! Contact Us Box 551 Creston, BC, V0B 1G0, Canada 250.402.0070 Daniel Gratton: dgratton@crestoncf.com STAY IN THE LOOP! Sign up for our newsletter below to stay updated on upcoming trail work, events, and more. Don't miss out on the latest news, opportunities to get involved and join our online community to be the first to know. Creston Community Forest Newsletter sign up link: Yes, I want the Newsletter
- Projects | Creston Community Forest, BC
The Creston Community Forest envisions healthy forests with social, ecological, and economic benefits. We prioritize non-timber resources and local community input in our harvesting plans to make this vision a reality. Our community forest allows the Creston Valley to guide land-use decisions, respecting local interest and ecological integrity. Projects 2024 Projects Goat Mountain Details Harvesting Completed Wildfire Risk Reduction mechanical piling and hand treatment completed. Pile burning commencing fall - winter 2024 Lower Birch (Carroll Creek) & Peterson Creek Details Active Operations In Progress fall - winter 2024 Mt. Thompson Details Active Operations In Progress Harvesting completed. Wildfire Risk Reduction mechanical piling and hand treatment to commence in spring 2025 Arrow Creek Details Pile Burning fall - winter 2024 General Project Phases Phase 1: Planning Collating and analyzing relevant data to help develop plans that balance values and are aligned with our guiding principles. Phase 2: Collaboration Open collaborative discussions with the Creston Valley community, including area residents, First Nations and the Creston Valley FireSmart Resiliency Committee . Key points will be highlighted in our newsletter, on social media, and at open houses. Phase 3: Prioritization Identification of proposed and prioritized projects in the community forest will be developed over time. Phase 4: Implementation Completing the plans from field development through to reforestation and long term monitoring. Resources / Links Guiding Principles Management Plan 2024 -2029 Forest Stewardship Plan Forest Stewardship Plan Policy Manual STAY IN THE LOOP! Sign up for our newsletter below to stay updated on upcoming trail work, events, and more. Don't miss out on the latest news, opportunities to get involved and join our online community to be the first to know. Creston Community Forest Newsletter sign up link: Yes, I want the Newsletter