The results of the 2020 survey conducted by HPCC are completed. Thank you to all who took the time to fill out the survey questionnaire.
HPCC members will receive an electronic version of the survey results with comparative analysis via email. Below is an abbreviated version of the survey results for all non members.
In 2017, HPCC was chosen as the second recipient of the Robin Hood Memorial Award for excellence in Community Forestry by the BC Community Forest Association. The award recognizes the late Mr. Hood, a pioneer of community forestry in the province. It is accompanied by a monetary award of $10,000 from the provincial government.
At the direction of the Board, a committee was struck to discuss the feasibility of establishing an Educational Scholarship for local students with the funds….
On June 26th HPCC Forest Manager presented an update on our ongoing climate change adaptation project and wildfire risk reduction work in the community forest. You can download the presentation here.
Community Forest Newsletter Summer 2019
See Page 2 for an update on our climate change adaptation project, including new drought probability mapping
West Procter Fuel Management Area TUs overview Feb2019
HPCC is developing fuel reduction plans for a 140-hectare area above Procter. This area at the top of Victor Road was high-graded (heavily logged, removing most the valuable timber) approximately 30 to 40 years ago. It has regenerated primarily to very dense hemlock and now represents a very high fire hazard.
Our plans are to thin the forest to reduce the fire hazard and encourage the growth of more fire- and drought-tolerant trees and shrubs.
West_Harrop_Fuel_Mangagement_2019_Community overview map
HPCC is developing plans for fuel reduction in the Kosma Road area at the top of Lewis Road. We are planning to expand on the work already completed in this area, and extend a fuel break to the West Arm Park boundary. This fuel break is intended to protect Harrop from a fire approaching from the southwest.
