Herb Hammond Speaks about the Relationships between our Forests and Water on November 15th, 2016.
Why Should We Care? It is commonly understood that current logging practices are unsustainable and the industry is running out of places to operate. More and more we are observing resource extraction moving from the back-country and closer to our communities, potentially impacting ecosystems and access to clean safe water. Additionally, forests are increasingly coming under pressure from recreational pursuits and other human interactions. There is a groundswell of public opinion that is rising. Many residents are concerned about how the forests are being managed (or not) and the effect it has on our future. Climate change is a wildcard that is contributing to seasonal drought resulting in wildfire as well as increasing precipitation that is causing sliding mountainsides. Are we prepared for this? Who is managing the forests? If anyone, what are they doing? Why should we care? We cordially invite the public, media and elected representatives to join us for this rare opportunity to hear and learn from world-renowned expert and pioneer of ecosystem based conservation management Herb Hammond of Silva Forest Foundation. Herb’s perspective is sobering, and compelling, regarding the importance of protecting fresh water on the planet starting at a community level. You will leave with hope and enthusiasm after having learned how communities can, and sometimes do, foster sustainable forestry management. It is time for us ALL to step up. No longer is ‘business as usual’ something we can ignore. Forest management must get better, smarter.
For more information please contact:
Contact: Randi Jensen 250-825-4626 info@duhamelwatershedsociety.com www.duhamelwatershedsociety
