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In this episode we get a deep dive into the life of a forestry student here at UNBC, what the forestry club is all about and what its like to be the president of the UNBC Forestry Club. Aubrey talks about his personal experiences as a student and shares insightful advice for young students just starting out their education.

In this episode we interview Colin Chisholm about his experiences working in forestry, teaching at UNBC, and recently stepping into the role of managing the Aleza Lake Research Forest. He shares his stories of what led him from managing tree planting projects to managing a research forest. The UNBC Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing in professionals from different fields to chat about forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC.

From trying everything I could to get out of the Forestry Field School at UNBC to recommending it to all forestry students, NREM333 is one of my favourite courses I've ever taken at UNBC. What makes this course unforgettable isn't just the field skills you will learn, but the exposure to different values and how they want their forests to be managed. Roy and Dexter started to co-teach the course 20 years ago. Their passions and experiences have influenced generations of foresters who practice professional forestry in BC and worldwide. John Prince Research Forest is also raising money for the new building construction to improve the learning experience for students, researchers, and other professionals. You can click the link below or go to the UNBC donation page to support them.https://www.unbcgiving.ca. Who knows if this is the last episode of the UNBC Forestry Club Podcast. But I know we got so much love support from so many people so I thank you for spending time listening to this fully student run project.

Jennifer Gunter is the executive director of the BC Community Forest Association. Community forests are commonly found around the world. Jennifer joined us in this episode to discuss the critical role of community forests in BC forest management.UNBC Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing professionals from different fields to chat about Forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC.The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Thank you for your support.

The Honourable Ravi Parmar joined us in this episode to discuss his vision in the forest sector in BC. He shared how his ministry deals with duty and tariffs from the US. He also addressed some criticisms of being a young forest minister and his plan when different nations share diverse land management objectives.UNBC Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing professionals from different fields to chat about Forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC.The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Thank you for your support.

The guest for this episode is Dr. Malcolm Cockwell, RPF. Malcolm is the Managing Director of Haliburton Forest, a 100,000-acre private land located in central Ontario. People go to Haliburton for outdoor recreation, but they also log their forests too. Malcolm unfolded the mystery of how they achieve co-existing between operational forestry and eco-tourism in this episode. UNBC Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing professionals from different fields to chat about Forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC.The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Thank you for your support.

The guest for this episode is Norah White, the Deputy Chief Forester of British Columbia. We discussed the evolving landscape of forest management in BC. We dove into the Chief Forester’s Office role, the path to becoming a Deputy Chief Forester, and the challenges of balancing ecological conservation with industry demands. Norah shared insights on old growth management, the implementation of Forest Landscape Planning (FLP), and the future of sustainable forestry in the province.UNBC Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing professionals from different fields to chat about Forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC.The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Thank you for your support.

Dr. Kurt Niquidet is the Vice President and Chief Economist of the Council of Forest Industry (COFI). He joined us in this episode to discuss the importance of the forest industry to the provincial economy, the impact of incoming tariffs from the States, the role of the BC Timber Sale (BCTS), the value-added sector, tenure reform and many more.UNBC Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing professionals from different fields to chat about Forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC.The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Thank you for your support.(00:00) Intro(04:13) BC Forest Economy (09:05) Incoming 25% Tariffs from USA(15:00) BCTS Under Review (23:32) Is the value-added sector the future of the BC forestry industry?(36:59) Is the BC forest industry highly subsidized?(40:09) The Complexity of Forestry and How Economics Can Help?(42:17) Is Small-Scale, Community-Owned Forestry Industry the Future?(47:41) Raw Log Export (51:15) How to Balance the Diversed Value BC Forest Provides?(56:24) Investment Climate in the Forest Sector in BC(59:16) How Do We Diversify Forest Economy?(1:03:12) BC Forest Carbon Accounting (1:06:38) Is Selective Logging the Future?(1:14:40) Tenure Reform(1:20:57) Create/Amendment/Remove One Policy in Forestry(1:23:36) Messages for Forestry Students

In this episode, Dennis Loxton shares his incredible journey from tree planting to pioneering sheep-based vegetation management in BC's forestry industry. He explains how grazing sheep helped control competing vegetation, reduce reliance on herbicides, and overcome challenges from forestry policies and predators. UNBC Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing professionals from different fields to chat about Forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC. The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Thank you for your support. (00:00) Intro (00:02:12) From Wool Classer to Tree Planter to Shepherd (36:43) Sheep Vegetation Management Photos (55:14) Roundup Herbicide Replaces Sheep Grazing (1:14:54) Sheep Vegetation Management at Stewart, BC (1:21:00) Future of Sheep Vegetation Management? (1:25:34) Guard Dogs Stories (1:31:00) How Do We Bring Sheep Back? (1:51:31) Outro

Daniel Persson is a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) and the Forestry Superintendent at Central Chilcotin Rehabilitation (CCR). He has a lot of forestry experience, having worked in Sweden and British Columbia. Daniel joined us in this episode to chat about the differences between Swedish Forestry and BC Forestry and some cool rehab projects that CCR is doing. Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing professionals from different fields to chat about Forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC. podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Thank you for your support.

The podcast welcomes Dr. Che Elkin, a professor at UNBC, to discuss the Adaptive Silviculture for Climate Change (ASCC) trial and whether we should actively manage British Columbia's forests for climate change.UNBC Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing professionals from different fields to chat about Forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC.The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Thank you for your support.

Glyphosate-based herbicides are widely used in agriculture and forestry, but their long-term effects on biodiversity, human health, and ecosystems remain a topic of debate. In this episode, Dr. Lisa Wood explores the science behind glyphosate, its impact on plant and microbial communities, and ongoing research into its persistence in the environment. Join us as we dive into the complexities of herbicide use, alternative forestry management strategies, and the evolving conversation around sustainability and policy.UNBC Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing professionals from different fields to chat about Forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC.The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Thank you for your support.

Dr. Iqbal is a professor at the School of Engineering and a professional engineer (PEng). He joined us to discover the fascinating world of engineered wood products like CLT, LVL, and Glulam. We dove into sustainable construction, fire and earthquake-resistant wood structures, and how innovative practices are shaping the future of eco-friendly buildings. Join us for an engaging conversation blending engineering, forestry, and cutting-edge research! 1 UNBC Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing professionals from different fields to chat about Forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC. 2 The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Thank you for your support. 3

This episode of the UNBC Forestry Club Podcast dives into the inspiring journey of Michelle Connelly, a UNBC alumna and the founder of Conservation North. Michelle shares her passion for preserving British Columbia's primary forests and discusses the challenges and solutions in balancing conservation with industrial forestry. UNBC Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing professionals from different fields to chat about Forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC. (00:00) Intro (02:19) Conservation North (11:06) Push Back From the Forestry Industry? (15:13) Is zonation a solution? (23:39) What is "Natural," "Primary," and "Wild" Forest (29:33) Fighting to drop BCTS blocks in the Walker area. (40:48) More zoning talk (44:25) Is thinning the solution? (57:48) Using Single Tree Selection in the primary forest or even park? (1:00:28) The Fith Estate's documentary from CBC about pallets (1:05:06) What kind of forester do I want to be? Engineered wood products? (1:18:40) Michelle's message to forestry students (1:21:51) Outro

Dr. Michael Preston is a biologist, ecologist, and assistant professor at UNBC. During this episode, he unpacks how forest management, wildfires, and sustainable practices impact soil health and carbon storage. UNBC Forestry Club Podcast is a fully student-run project focusing on bringing professionals from different fields to chat about Forestry, nature, and experiences at UNBC. The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Thank you for your support.