2017 Conference and AGM
June 15–17, 2017 Tumbler Ridge, BC
Surrounded by spectacular natural beauty, Tumbler Ridge was the perfect setting for the BC Community Forest Association to celebrate its 15-year anniversary. Delegates came from around the province to attend the annual conference, hosted by the Tumbler Ridge Community Forest. During the 3-day event, conference participants were treated to local hospitality and viewed first hand the incredible dinosaur finds that have put Tumbler Ridge on the map as a UNESCO Global Geopark, only the second in North America. The program included a field trip into the community forest to see treatments used to protect the town from wildfire, along with presentations and workshops on a range of topics important to community forest practitioners.
Thank you to our Tumbler Ridge hosts, volunteers, sponsors and speakers for making the event such a great success. And appreciation goes to every delegate who made the time to get there and to participate in the networking. We value each and every individual contribution.
A few comments on the Tumbler Ridge conference experience:
“Loved the structure and ‘phased’ sessions from listening and learning to engagement.”
“Always useful to connect with others across the province to share knowledge”
“There was so much information that was pertinent to our community forest situation.”
“The managers engaged in discussion and were open to sharing their experiences with each other. It seems that the BCCFA enables the development of strong member relations and trust relationships. “
