Fire and Drought Resources
Learning from Nature: Nature-based Approaches to Restoration in the Maxwell Creek Watershed
People have relied on what we call Maxwell Lake and the surrounding watershed for thousands of years, for water, food, and other resources provided by the forests. These forests support a range of wildlife, cougars, bears, songbirds, waterfowl, amphibians, fish and beavers. The tall crowns of coastal Douglas-fir trees reach for the sky with large,…
Forests, Water, Fire: How to Prevent Wildfires & Conserve Water
How do we live responsibly in our forested island communities in the face of wildfire and drought? This powerful community conversation brings together local experts in forestry, fire prevention, and ecology to share practical tools for conserving water, protecting your land, and reducing wildfire risk. You’ll learn how to steward your property with intention, work…
One Cool Island: Smoke Sends Clear Signals About Our Forests
By ANDREA PALFRAMAN published in the Driftwood July 20, 2021 In the midst of summer’s idyll, there is an ominous haze on the horizon. Clobbered by a record-smashing heatwave, and the tragic fire that destroyed Lytton, the spectre of forest fires looms large in the Gulf Islands. As we consult maps and scan the skies for…
Regenerative Forest Management Should Be Goal
Published in the Driftwood, Jun 15, 2021 BY ANDREA PALFRAMAN The old-growth conifers of B.C. are the botanical equivalent of iconic animals like the Bengal tiger, or closer to home, the humpback whale. It’s no wonder the charismatic “megaflora” found in ancient temperate rainforests get mystical sounding names like Cathedral Grove on the way to…
Collaborative Forestry Solutions to Climate Change
Forests are more than trees — they are vital to climate resilience, community well-being, and the local economy. In this dynamic panel discussion, leading forestry practitioners from across the Salish Sea region share practical, place-based solutions to the climate crisis rooted in regenerative forestry. Presenters: Erik Piikkila, Mitchell Sherrin, Michael Nickels, Mark LombardHost: Ruth Waldick,…
BURN WISE – Time to Prep Your Firewood for Next Year!
Sun yesterday, rain today. Lately, lounging in the brief blessing of early spring sun seems to be ideal, but after a too short while, the chillies return and there is a need to get moving! If you use a fireplace, and care about the planet, now is the time to get your wood in for…
Freshwater Stewardship for Challenging Times
As droughts grow deeper and fire seasons intensify, Salt Spring Islanders are stepping up with science-based solutions to protect our most precious resource: water. Presenters: Robin Annschild, Shannon Cowan, Bryan Young, Julie Pisani, Laura PatrickHost: Transition Salt SpringDuration: 1 hour 42 minutesWatch the Webinar This essential webinar explores how Salt Spring Island can protect freshwater…
Infographic: How do forests mitigate climate change?
INFOGRAPHIC: How does a coastal douglas fir forest mitigate climate change?
Open Letter on Forests and Forestry
On behalf of the board of directors of Transition Salt Spring, we write to all Salt Springers in response to the direct mail recently mailed to all islanders from the stoptheislandstrust.com initiative regarding forestry and forest protection on Salt Spring. We are concerned about its misleading statements, and would like to offer alternative approaches that if acted…
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