LET’S PROTECT
Our homes from flooding & wildfires
Our farms & water supply from drought
Habitat & food supplies for wildlife
Watch: Brighter Future for Boundary Forests Report
This report points out what is wrong in the Boundary forests, how the current forestry system is negatively impacting our watershed and the people living in it, and proposes a brighter future for both.
The long-term solution we are proposing is a shift to the new paradigm of true sustainability: Nature-Based Forestry that is managed by Community Forest Boards.
We also present Recommended Actions that the BC government can implement immediately under the current system to make forestry practices more ecologically, economically, and socially responsible.
Access the written reports here.
Our dream: An eco-forest, run by locals, providing local jobs.
Based in Grand Forks, British Columbia, Canada, we are a non-profit, grassroots, citizen’s society advocating for culturally, ecologically, and economically sustainable forestry practices in the forest and watershed of the Boundary Area in the southern interior of BC (approximately 8300 sq km of mostly semi-arid mountains and forest – see map).
We celebrate and honor the forests and wildlife in our region.
The Boundary-Kettle watershed has been overlogged and needs a rest from clear cutting so that its full ecosystem function can be restored. To see how much logging has occurred here between 1965 and 2019, click on the link to this animated graphic.
HOW MUCH LOGGING HAS BEEN DONE? It might shock you. Click here to see.
OUR VISION
- A healthy natural environment in the Boundary supported by ecosystems that are able to perpetuate their natural functions, compositions, and structures.
- Citizen-involved, ecologically-managed forests that support the local economy.
- Citizens of the Boundary region will have their forests stewarded solely using principles of restoration forestry, that, in turn support an ecologically sound and vibrant watershed.
- Forestry legislation that reflects the highest standard of care and directs a duty of long-term stewardship for all forest values.
- A citizens’ commission with regional representation actively participating in all decisions regarding the stewardship of our forests and watershed, and monitoring of this as a public sector function.
- Individuals, families, and communities have the security and safety of a rich, resilient, and healthy natural environment that offers opportunities for sustainable economic, social, cultural, and recreational activities within the Boundary watershed and beyond.
OUR VALUES
Priority concern that communities within the Boundary are economically sustainable and ecologically resilient and healthy now and into the future.
Collaborative and co-operative engagement with stakeholders for setting priorities and implementing solutions.
Commitment to courageous and principled activities.
Commitment to continuous learning and capacity building of individuals, groups and businesses for the long-term strength and resilience of the forests within the Boundary watershed watershed area, and, consequently, for all citizens of the region.
Working towards an ecologically sustainable future that includes concern for future human generations, intact and functioning ecosystems, and all living creatures.
Watch: WATERLOGGED – A SHORT-FILM ABOUT FLOODS AND FORESTRY
This short film, directed, produced, shot and edited by Daniel J. Pierce, covers the connection between the 2018 Grand Forks flood and forestry in the watershed. Retired logger, Stan Swinarchuk, talks about the problems with forestry in the Boundary.
The City of Grand Forks, BC has been inundated by monstrous spring floods three times in the past four years. Many say climate change is the main culprit. But some residents and experts believe clear-cut logging in the watersheds is to blame. Grand Forks resident Jennifer Houghton recounts her harrowing experience with the floods and connects the dots between clear-cut logging and disrupted hydrology.
WATCH WATERLOGGED HERE: https://vimeo.com/498563534/ec8ee105f2
CLICK HERE FOR OUR GAME-CHANGING CAMPAIGN TO SAVE FORESTS & PROTECT COMMUNITIES
Want to save forests and protect our communities? Donate now to help.
Your generous gift will help protect BC forests and ecosystems.
Make your donation to The Power of Trees campaign in 2 easy ways:
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A note about contributions
We are doing this work because of your generous gifts! We have set up a PayPal account for those of you who wish to contribute that way, and we understand it is convenient and allows you to donate with a credit card. However, PayPal charges 3.5% for a donation fee (more for a credit card payment), so we receive a smaller amount of every donation. If possible, we ask that you consider an interac e-transfer to us at [email protected]. You will pay the usual very small charge for a transfer, and we will receive your entire donation to fund this important work.
BLOG ARTICLES
- BC government drought meetings being held in the Boundary in April
- BFWSS Urges KRWAC to Report Facts
- Protect Our Forests Twice as Much in March! Find Out How.
- Radio: Grand Forks organization working to change forestry legislation in BC
- PRESENTATION: Grassroots groups recommend new Forest Act to protect communities from floods, fires, and drought
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Guest speakers will include Syilx Elders, MLAs, academics, community organization representatives and conservationists.
The purpose of the town hall is to inform, unite and provide the community with options to work with the provincial government to make changes to B.C.’s forest policy.
Among the presenters will be members of the Interior Watershed Task Force, which has membership roots which extend across the Okanagan, and will discuss the issue of clear-cut logging in community watersheds across B.C.
Other invited speakers include Syilx elders and knowledge keepers Grouse and Pamela Barnes plus the Cultural program lead for Okanagan Nation Alliance and former Penticton Indian Band councillor Elliot Tonasket.
“All I can say is action is better than words,” said K’ninm’tm’ta?n’q’wic’tn’s Wilfred “Grouse” Barnes of Westbank First Nation."
To read the rest of the article, click on the link and take out the spaces before VERNON and COM
https://www. vernonmorningstar. com/news/watershed-protection-focus-of-town-hall-forum-at-ubco-7341553
