Every year during the third week of September, Canadians are invited to celebrate National Forest Week. This year it runs from Sept. 22 to 28. Often there are activities within communities aimed at raising awareness about Canada’s forest heritage and ways to value forests as a renewable resource. In the Cariboo Chilcotin there are many forested areas to enjoy. The role of the forests in fuelling the local economy is also evident throughout the region and in Williams Lake. There many logging companies bringing fibre to sawmills, the plywood plant, producers of other lumber products and biomass operations such as the pellet plant and power generation plant. Within the Williams Lake Community Forest areas where fuel management and removal of burnt timber are active, there are also some great trails for the public to enjoy as well.

Additional coverage: BC National Forest Week, September 22-28, 2024