This project was focused on wildfire risk reduction near the community of Rushmere, B.C., located 10 km south
of Invermere, B.C. and Rushmere Provincial Park. Activities included the hand slashing of smaller trees, bucking, piling, and pile burning. The project also enhanced access to grazing for wildlife and domestic livestock.
OrganizationRocky Mountain Trench Natural Resources Society
PurposeReducing Wildfire Risk
RegionKootenay Boundary
Closest CommunityRushmere
Job Estimate1 (Direct, Indirect & Induced FTE’s)
Approved Funding$24,000
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