Access information for the weekend of Feb 17th, and 18th 2018
All areas are closed until further notice to permit the safe operation of snow removal equipment.
Cameron Operation: Closed due to winter conditions
Alberni Valley Inlet Trail: Please be advised that Island Timberlands is harvesting their Managed Forest at Ship Creek Road in and around the Alberni Valley Inlet Trail. For the next two months, the Inlet Trail and trails at Ship Creek Road will be closed from Monday to Friday to allow for this work. This closure includes the trail from the south parking lot near Franklin Forest Products, (Bell’s Bay).Trails will be open to the public on weekends. Please use caution when in the area and adhere to any posted signage.
Log Train Trail and McLean’s Mill: There will be trail closures on Island Timberlands’ property, near the McLean’s mill, to ensure your safety while harvesting is taking place.
· Closures will apply to the following trails:
o A portion of the Log Train Trail (Km 7-8)
o The access trail from the LTT to McLean’s Mill
o Additional secondary trails in the vicinity of the main trails described above
· The closure is effective immediately
o The Log Train Trail will re-open within two weeks
o The Mill access trail and secondary trails will re-open 2-3 weeks
· Please adhere to signage and check for updates on our blog
Comox and Ash Operation: Closed due to winter conditions
Northwest Bay Operation: Closed due to winter conditions
Chemainus (Copper Canyon) Operation: Closed due to winter conditions
The following gate openings may change in the event of winter weather conditions:
Gate
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Status
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Hours (if applicable)
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Cameron Main
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Closed
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Cameron Connector
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Closed
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Loon Lake
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Closed
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Horne Lake North 100
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Closed
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Ash Main (at 22 km)
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Closed
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Ash Main (at 28.6 km)
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Closed
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Comox Main
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Closed
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Comox-91
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Closed
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Museum Main
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Closed
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Northwest Bay
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Closed
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Nanaimo Lakes Road 45
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Closed
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Chemainus Main
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Closed
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Glenora (Shawnigan)
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Closed
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Buckley Bay
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Closed
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Ashling Rd (Spider Lake)
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Closed
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Oyster River
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Closed
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Nanaimo River Camp
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Closed
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Please Note: On weekdays, access is closed to the public unless authorized by Island Timberlands. Gates may be open to facilitate access by operational equipment and vehicles and may be closed anytime.
Authorized ATV access to Island Timberlands' Roads
Island Timberlands has entered into access agreements with 2 ATV clubs on Vancouver Island, they are: The Comox Valley ATV Club and the Mid-Island ATV Club. With similar values that include promoting safe and respectful recreational use of our roads this agreement allows for legal and authorized access to our private lands. It is our hope that these agreements will help to continue building positive co-operation with ATV club enthusiasts and provide future opportunities for those wishing to ride their ATV's on Island Timberlands' roads. For more information on either club contact:
o Comox Valley ATV Club
§ Oliver
o Mid-Island ATV Club
§ Brad
Non-club members on ATV’s are not permitted on Island Timberlands’ roads or property
Authorized Snow Mobile access to Island Timberlands
Island Timberlands has renewed it access agreement with the North Island Snow Mobile Club (NISC). The NISC has authorized access to specific roads and area in our Oyster River Operation. For more information on the NISC contact:
o North Island Snow Mobile Club
§ Loren Tabish; 250-287-3505, Email: loren.tabish@seymourservices.ca
§ Non-club members on Snow Mobiles are not permitted on Island Timberlands’ roads or property
CSWM Launches Illegal Dumping Prevention Program
Comox Strathcona Waste Management (CSWM) has launched a new program aimed at preventing illegal dumping across the region. This new program includes a public education and awareness campaign and a new illegal dumping bylaw.
For more information please visit: www.cswm.ca/illegaldumping
informative video material is available:
How Can We Stop Illegal Dumping? Please share with your networks.
To report a wildfire call 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 from a cell phone.
Unauthorized Access or Suspicious Activities
Unauthorized access, at any time, will not be tolerated.
Unless otherwise authorized, ATV's and Snow Mobiles are not permitted on Island Timberlands Property. In addition, campfires, camping and off-roading are not permitted. Please respect the environment and keep your vehicles on the main travelled roads at all times.
Don't let the few criminals ruin access for everyone!
If you see any suspicious activities on our lands you can report them! Please do not put yourself in an unsafe situation or confrontation: Contact Safety Net Security 250-830-8343 or
http://www.islandtimberlands.com ***On our home page, and at the bottom right hand corner, hover your pointer on the word "Contact", select, then go to the Type of Enquiries drop down. Select "Report Suspicious Activities".
Please Report Poachers and Polluters!
Conservation Officer 24 Hour Hotline 1-877-952-RAPP (7277)
Thank you and please enjoy your weekend safely
Continued frustration with access to wilderness areas .... Island timberlands would make many friends if they initiated a simple but effective individual permit system to access their land at key points. U could pay an annual fee, which covers individual rights and responsibilities of access. If U wished to access 'locked gate' lands U could show up at one of their offices, maybe put a nominal deposit fee, then sign out a key for the gate, then sign it back in when you're done. Easy Peazy. Some years ago, we had this system with a few mining companies in the Purcell/Rocky mountains. Worked a treat. Wish u would do this.
ReplyDeleteHi Andy, thanks for your positive suggestion to what we consider a more complicated situation. We are considering something similar to what you suggest. If you like, you can reply to this post with some contact information so we can talk further about your idea: an email address or phone number would be great. Or you can email us at access@islandtimberlands.com or phone 250-927-6828 and leave your contact info here. Thanks again.
DeleteWhat is also frustrating is guys who work weekends and have days off throughout the week cant access your land with the current setup.
DeleteI can see why this can be frustrating for guys like you. What do you suggest we do to accommodate all the people in similar circumstances.
DeleteWell I believe using a swipe card system that allows gate access at anytime. To be allowed an access card a person would need an orientation course on safe access and road use. The course could be administered by fish and game clubs.
DeleteI think you're on the right track but I believe there are more details to consider. I will suggest the same thing I offered to Andy; "you can email us at access@islandtimberlands.com or phone 250-927-6828 and leave your contact info here." From there we can take this topic off-line.
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