Public forest lands in British Columbia provide recreational enjoyment, fish and wildlife habitat, visual quality, water supplies, timber and range resources and many other benefits. The Forest Service manages the timber, range and recreation resources on public lands. The Ministry of Environment, Lands and Parks is responsible for management of fish, wildlife and water resources and parks. Both agencies subscribe to the principle of integrated resource management, where all resources are considered before management decisions are made. The Ministry of Employment and Investment is responsible for management of mineral and energy resources, and requires approval for access through public forest lands for exploration and development.
The timber supply analysis addendum was based on the existing land-use designations and current management practices — practices that had been approved and implemented in the Dawson Creek Timber Supply Area when this analysis was initiated. Readers are encouraged to read the Timber Supply Analysis Report (pages 13-16 and Appendices), and the Addendum to the Dawson Creek Timber Supply Analysis Report for more detailed information.
