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We acknowledge that Area "F" of the RDOS is within the traditional, unceded territory of the syilx people in the Okanagan Nation.

Reminder: FireSmart Events for all of Greater West Bench

Riley Gettens

3 days ago
1 min

Reminder: FireSmart Events for all of Greater West Bench

Registration is required for both events. We want to ensure there is enough pizza on Friday night, and you must sign up to have the...

FireSmart Events for all of Greater West Bench

Riley Gettens

Sep 25
1 min

FireSmart Events for all of Greater West Bench

Mark your calendars - you've got a FREE FireSmart learning session (with pizza) and a FREE Mobil Chipping Event coming your way....

Riley Gettens

Sep 14
1 min

Greater West Bench Chipping Event - October 14

The chipper will be in the Greater West Bench on Saturday, October 14. More information to come, but if you are trimming up and...

KVR, Hiking, and Backcountry access during severe fire risk.

Riley Gettens

Aug 31
2 min

KVR, Hiking, and Backcountry access during severe fire risk.

On August 17, the RDOS Board voted to write a letter to the Province asking for the RDOS backcountry to be closed to the public until the...

Riley Gettens

Aug 19
5 min

Quick response contains fire on West Bench

2023 08 31 Edits in red below Thank you, Wildfire Warning System volunteers (and everyone who called the fire in), BC Wildfire Service,...

Riley Gettens

Aug 17
2 min

RDOS FireSmart team offers tips for what to pack in your grab-and-go bag

2023 08 16 from the RDOS FireSmart Team. Last minute FireSmart Checklist During a wildfire, you may need to leave at a moment’s notice....

Riley Gettens

Aug 11
2 min

If you need a prompt to get prepared for a disaster, Lahaina is it.

If you are not ready to flee a wildfire/disaster close to home, please make today the day you prepare your family and loved ones for the wor

Riley Gettens

Aug 8
4 min

Bear activity - is this the new norm?

When speaking to wildlife experts offline, I hear that the recent level of bear activity may very well be the norm moving forward. Bears are

Riley Gettens

May 10
3 min

Update: Clarifying the TUP granted for RV

2023 08 08 update - accessory dwellings are not permitted in GWB. 2023 05 18 Today I asked the board to reconsider and revoke the...

Riley Gettens

May 5
1 min

Last day to complete the Citizen Survey

Please provide your feedback. Your input helps to direct where your tax dollars are spent. Link to survey .

Riley Gettens

Apr 23
1 min

Chipper was delayed until Monday, April 24.

One of the chipping crew wasn't able to make it today. They will in the Greater West Bench area tomorrow. Registration for home...

Chipper is coming tomorrow (Sunday). Still time to register.

Riley Gettens

Apr 22
1 min

Chipper is coming tomorrow (Sunday). Still time to register.

Chipper will come to Greater West Bench on SUNDAY. Still time register below. Or, drop off your trimmings at the gravel lot beside the...

Riley Gettens

Apr 22
1 min

Come by until 12:00 pm

Coffee, hot chocolate, tea, donuts, and muffins are available until noon! Come to West Bench Elementary this morning to learn about...