Northeast Washington Forest Coalition adopts a new collaborative vision for the Colville National Forest
COLVILLE, WA - For nearly 15 years, the Northeast Washington Forest Coalition (NEWFC) operated under what is known as its Blueprint for the Colville National Forest (CNF). Now, after proven success and enduring collaborative commitment, the group has revised the original Blueprint to incorporate new science, embrace social changes, and reflect the latest Colville Forest Plan, which was finalized in 2019 but excluded key elements collaborative members have long sought.
Named the Strategic Vision, this new NEWFC blueprint is a living, dynamic document that sets the stage—and serves as a roadmap—for productive collaboration into the future.
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Northeast Washington Forest Coalition welcomes Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers to discuss collaborative, balanced solutions for the Colville National Forest.
Northeast Washington Forest Coalition welcomes Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers to discuss collaborative, balanced solutions for the Colville National Forest. The Northeast Washington Forest Coalition (NEWFC) has been front-and-center in forest restoration and timber production, and several representatives from the Coalition participated in the meeting. Yesterday, at Stevens County Ambulance Training Center, the Congresswoman asked questions and listened to diverse voices who care about Northeast Washington forests.
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Northeast Washington Forest Coalition Hires a Facilitator
The Northeast Washington Forest Coalition seeks a part-time facilitator to plan and facilitate meetings and field trips to learn about, discuss, and identify agreement on land management activities on the Colville National Forest.
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Northeast Washington Forest Coalition files first project objection in 18 year history
News Release
The Northeast Washington Forest Coalition (NEWFC) objected to the San Poil Project on the Colville National Forest (CNF). This is the first objection to a project in NEWFC’s entire 18-year history.
NEWFC objected because of their dissatisfaction with the collaboration on this particular project. The maps provided to the public were not user-friendly and hampered NEWFC’s ability to field verify particular treatments and potential impacts. Violation of NEWFC’s longstanding collaborative agreement to not operate in roadless areas is of particular concern, especially if these treatments then preclude these acres from being included in the Wilderness Preservation System.
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