Recognizing Years of Service to the Logan Lake Community Forest

The Logan Lake Community Forest extends its sincere thanks to retiring Board members Dave Prentice and Bob van Tongeren for their years of service, leadership, and dedication to the Community Forest and the broader Logan Lake community.

Together, Dave and Bob have contributed many years of volunteer service to the LLCF Board, helping guide decisions and discussions around sustainable forest management, wildfire risk reduction, recreation, community benefit, and stewardship.

Dave served on the LLCF Board from May 2020 to May 2026. Already an active volunteer in the community, particularly through sports, Dave joined the Board with an interest in learning more about forest management and contributing to an organization known for its positive impact in Logan Lake.

Looking back, Dave is proud to have been part of a team working toward a more holistic approach to managing forests, lands, and water for long-term sustainability, while considering the many different groups and interests connected to the Community Forest.

He also valued the Board’s role in supporting the rebuild of HVOA and ATV trails following the 2021 Tremont Creek wildfire, as well as fire abatement work in partnership with local First Nations and the Logan Lake Youth FireSmart Team.

Dave has seen LLCF strengthen relationships with stakeholders, increase public understanding of its role, and continue its transition from the original focus of harvesting pine beetle-affected timber toward a stronger focus on sustainability. This has included changes such as lowering the Annual Allowable Cut and supporting leadership around the community’s recreational trail strategy.

“Serving on the LLCF Board has provided me with an education into the intricacies and challenges of managing a land base with many competing interests,” shared Dave. “LLCF is fortunate to have Forsite and its dedicated employees using their knowledge and passion to the benefit of our town and the surrounding area in managing our Community Forest. My fellow volunteers on the Board, along with the District of Logan Lake elected representatives, have brought their unique insights and backgrounds that resulted in lively discussions around the table, and it was a pleasure to serve alongside them.”

Bob also served on the Board for six years, continuing a family connection to the Community Forest after his father served on the Board for approximately 10 years. He became involved because he wanted to provide input into the management of LLCF in the Logan Lake area and continue contributing to the community.

For Bob, one of the most meaningful parts of serving on the Board was helping support the community, local youth, recreation, and sustainable forest practices in the Logan Lake area.

He also saw progress in LLCF’s stewardship work, including initiatives to reduce slash burning, replant a wider variety of tree species to support forest resilience, and continue addressing wildfire risk within and around the community.

As he retires from his role, Bob shared a simple message of appreciation: “Thank you for listening to my input.”

Dave also encouraged community members to stay engaged with the Logan Lake Community Forest and learn more about its work.

“I would encourage anyone who is curious about what LLCF does to visit their website, attend their quarterly meetings and community presentations and ask questions,” shared Dave. “Who knows, maybe you’ll become a Board member and enjoy your next six years as much as I enjoyed my previous six.”

The Logan Lake Community Forest is grateful to both Dave and Bob for their commitment, time, and thoughtful contributions. Their service has helped support the ongoing work of the Community Forest and its focus on stewardship, resilience, recreation, and community benefit.