The Cumberland Forest is part of an interconnected system of forests, salmon bearing creeks, wetlands and riparian areas located on Vancouver Island in the unceded territory of the Pentlatch, Ieeksan (eye-ick-sun), Sasitla (sa-seet-la), and Sathloot (sath-loot) people, known today as the K’omoks First Nation.
This forest is an integral part of both the Trent and Puntledge Watersheds, feeds Comox Lake, and forms a critical link in an extensive biodiversity corridor that connects mountains and lakes to the Salish Sea. This forest is privately owned by timber companies.
The Cumberland Forest has given a great deal to our community. The colonial history of Vancouver Island was built on logging and mining and the Cumberland Forest was a significant base for both activities.
The Cumberland Community Forest Society (CCFS) is a charitable society formed 25 years ago with the mission to purchase, protect and care for the Cumberland Forest.
To date the society has purchased 545 acres in 5 purchases, with conservation covenants registered on the lands to ensure their future protection.
Guided by the belief that community ownership of local forests better protects ecosystems and drinking water, the CCFS society is supported by incredible donors from across the region and beyond.
Today a multi use trail system enjoyed by a variety of users winds its way through this landscape. Cedar groves and riparian areas support rich biodiversity and restoration projects are supporting ecosystem recovery.
We’re not done yet and we are currently working on new land protection initiatives to expand the conservation lands, protect our drinking watershed and build climate resilience in the landscape.
Please support our land protection and stewardship efforts, and help us let these forests grow old by becoming a donor today.
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Save Our Forest
The Cumberland Forest is part of an interconnected system of forests, creeks, wetlands and riparian areas that form part of both the Trent and Puntledge Watersheds. The ecosystem is an important link that connects the mountains, rivers and lakes of Vancouver Island to the shores of the Salish Sea.
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Recent Successes
In 2005 we purchased 178 acres of forest for $1.2 million. In 2016 we acquired another 89 acres of forest directly adjacent to the first parcel. On September 1st 2020, we completed a 225 acres purchase along Perseverance Creek to the southwest of the existing lands and in December 2023 the 44 acre Lower Perseverance Creek corridor was protected.
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You Can Help
There are many ways that you can support this exciting community conservation effort. You can become a monthly donor, a one time contributor or develop a unique business campaign to raise funds. You can also share your skills, talents and energy as a volunteer for one of our super fun events.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
LATEST NEWS & FUN FACTS
Media Release: Bats are on the move, please leave them be!
Comox Valley – The BC Community Bat Program and the local North Island Chapter are encouraging residents to leave bats alone. At this time of year bats are moving around a lot, and that means people are more likely to see them. For the safety of both people and bats,
Fish & Game Appreciation!
The CCFS is honoured by the support from the Courtenay & District Fish & Game Protective Association (CDFGPA) for our Middle Earth land purchase. Their generous contribution of $15,000 directly supported the project costs for this 261 acre land acquisition to the east of the exisiting Cumberland Community Forest. The
Call for Volunteers – Flurry of Fall Events is coming!
September into October is a wild and wonderful time for the CCFS community and volunteers are the backbone that makes the fun possible. From Perseverance Creek planting projects and slinging beers at the Dodge City X, and Mind Over Mountain Adventure Race, to Pie Contests and Nature Art at the
7th Annual Fungus Fest Planning Underway!
The 7th annual Cumberland Fungus Fest is just around the corner October 1st to 4th! Cumberland’s Fungus Fest is an interdisciplinary festival of fungus and forest ecology. We explore fungus through myriad lenses – science, history, materials, psychology, plant medicine, food systems, death, art, mythology, wildcrafting, cultivation and more. This
FireSmart BC support for Home, Garden & Culture Crawl!
We are so honoured to have the support of the Comox Valley FireSmart™ Collaborative for our 2026 Cumberland Home & Garden Tour ~ and Culture Crawl! When we think about building climate resilience in our homes – the starting place is often heat pumps, solar panels, water barrels, and food
Incredible support from The Cumby community
We are absolutely blown away and humbled by the incredible support of The Cumby community – from team leaders and volunteers, to sponsors and racers! Earlier this month we met up in Village Square and were presented with a cheque for $59,300, net proceeds from the 11th annual run this