Evaluation of Moose Forage and Habitat in Variable Thinned Stands

Project Title: Evaluation of Moose Forage and Habitat in Variable Thinned Stands: Media Extension Services

Recipient:  Society for Ecosystem Restoration in Northern BC (SERN BC)

Region: Cariboo

Awarded Amount: $15,000

Project Period: 2025-2026

Description: Funding will support the production of a video showcasing how the Mountain Pine Beetle outbreak and catastrophic wildfires have left a significant portion of BC’s forests in the 30–60 year age class—stands that may lack key ecological attributes for species like Moose, which are vital to Indigenous ways of life. Through interviews and on-site engagement with all involved parties, the video will explore the project’s goals, current results, and underlying rationale. The objective is to produce high-quality media that educates the public on forest restoration in BC’s central interior, highlighting First Nations leadership and vision while fostering collaboration with non-profits and colleges.