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Welcome to the Our Area F blog.
We acknowledge that Area "F" of the RDOS is within the traditional, unceded territory of the syilx people in the Okanagan Nation.
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Riley Gettens
Sep 25, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
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...


Riley Gettens
Aug 31, 20232 min read
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, 20235 min read
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, 20232 min read
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, 20232 min read
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, 20234 min read
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, 20233 min read
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, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
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...


Riley Gettens
Apr 22, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
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...


Riley Gettens
Apr 22, 20231 min read
Today! Earth Day Celebrations and FREE Chipping with Coffee, hot chocolate, and donuts!
The mobile chipper will come to your home for free! Register here.


Riley Gettens
Apr 21, 20231 min read
Tomorrow: Earth Day Celebrations and FREE Chipping on Saturday, April 22, 2023
The mobile chipper will come to your home for free! Register here.


Riley Gettens
Apr 14, 20231 min read
Earth Day Celebrations and FREE Chipping on Saturday, April 22, 2023
The mobile chipper will come to your home for free! Register here.


Riley Gettens
Apr 13, 20231 min read
Copy of Earth Day Celebrations and FREE Chipping on Saturday, April 22, 2023
The mobile chipper will come to your home for free! Register here.


Riley Gettens
Apr 13, 20231 min read
Earth Day Celebrations and FREE Chipping on Saturday, April 22, 2023
The mobile chipper will come to your home for free! Register here.


Riley Gettens
Apr 5, 20230 min read


Riley Gettens
Mar 24, 20230 min read

Riley Gettens
Mar 3, 20231 min read
Soil Deposition Bylaw is now adopted.
The Greater West Bench soil deposition bylaw was adopted yesterday. Please visit the project page for more details. If you have...
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