by alex morrison | Sep 14, 2021 | Advocacy, Myth Busters, Newsletter
This summer, the wildfires hit too close to home for us in Peachland. We more than appreciated the efforts of all involved in keeping the fires at bay, even the loggers with all their heavy equipment creating fire breaks. It was a great moment for the logging industry...
by alex morrison | Sep 13, 2021 | Member Activities & Meetings, Newsletter
With sadness, PWPA wished Director and long serving board member Patricia Dunn, and her husband farewell, as they relocated from Peachland to the coast. Patricia has been instrumental in crafting the PWPA communications strategy and her wealth of knowledge and...
by alex morrison | Sep 13, 2021 | Member Activities & Meetings, Newsletter
It was a full house at the newly renovated Peachland Legion for PWPA’s July member meeting. With appies and beverages PWPA members had a chance to get caught up with neighbours and other members while learning more about the wildfire situation with local...
by alex morrison | Jul 10, 2021 | Birds, Events, Newsletter, Watershed Wisdom
Birding Workshop Update On the hottest day of the decade, PWPA members & friends lead by Okanagan birder and photographer, James Jansen, ventured into the watershed in search of local and migratory birds. We were not disappointed. In fact, the outing proved to be...
by alex morrison | Jul 10, 2021 | Advocacy, Member Activities & Meetings, Newsletter
The Healthy Watershed Committee of the District of Peachland Council recommended that Peachland oppose the proposed activity. At the June 23 2021 meeting, this letter was presented and then sent to BC Timber Sales. View the letter.
by alex morrison | Jul 10, 2021 | Member Profiles, Newsletter
Jack bought his Peachland home some 40 years ago. Both his sons, now 33 and 30, were born at the Kelowna General Hospital. He has made Peachland his principal residence. A few years ago, Jack learned the 50% of the Peachland watersheds were under clear-cut licensing....
