The Society of American Foresters has produced an informative video for those interested in learning about what forests provide
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Forest Practices Board recommendations re FRPA
Many of the Forest Practices Board recommendations https://tinyurl.com/ycoz59cn are supportive of the HFHC recommendations as well.
Timber Supply process description
The Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources has updated their description of the timber supply process here https://tinyurl.com/yd93q2ku
Will BC Government commit to wildfire adaptation strategies?
BC Government track record in dealing with catastrophic events is consistent with those of other world jurisdictions but short-term focused. BC commitments to developing and supporting adaptation strategies are outlined in Wildfire adaptive management actions This information is relevant to 2017 wildfire season reviews being conducted. Will Government listen?
Urban forest video
A new video by Lorian Nesbitt regarding the urban forest has been added (page 9) to the Forest sector video-description links
Building public confidence-BCGEU report
The BCGEU Compliance and Enforcement comprehensive report on Government staffing related to natural resources provides a clear message of the need for more resources if public confidence in forest management is to be achieved as mentioned in https://www.bcforestconversation.com/building-confidence-forest-management-integrated-approach/
Building Confidence in Forest Management-an integrated approach
Three questions contribute to building trust in forest management:
- Is the public aware of proposed plans and activities?
- Are the public expectations being met through implementation of plans and activities?
- Is there adequate compliance and enforcement?
Building community and public confidence in forest manager decision-making would benefit from the nesting of instruments associated with answering each of these questions. Building Public Confidence-A nested approach is proposed using existing instruments.
Building confidence in BC forest management-compliance and enforcement
Communities and concerned citizens are demanding more assurance BC forests are being managed for long-term sustainability and to meet community needs. Building Public confidence-Compliance and Enforcement is the third opinion paper posted directed at improving public consultation and engagement. Compliance and Enforcement is a critical aspect of building public trust in the management of BC forests.
Forest management and CO2 emissions mitigation
The Canadian Forestry Service climate change researchers have evaluated several potential Forest management strategies-CO2 emissions mitigation The article provides ideas related to full utilization of forest fibre, community diversification and emissions reduction but some actions may not be currently practical or economic in BC.
BC Forest Discovery Centre video
Take a look at this video describing the plan for expanding the BC Forest Discovery Centre in Duncan https://youtu.be/9nnSpsIGaPIat We need more of these exhibits across BC