Medway Community Forest Co-op

05/22/2026

🌲 We’re hiring: Hemlock Conservation Project Coordinator 🌲

The Medway Community Forest Co-operative is looking for a full-time Hemlock Conservation Project Coordinator to support our Hemlock Conservation Program based in Caledonia, Nova Scotia.

📍 Location: Caledonia, NS
📅 Term: July 6, 2026 – March 31, 2027
(extension possible to March 2031 dependent on funding)

This role leads field operations focused on protecting Nova Scotia’s hemlock forests from Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA), an invasive species threatening forests across eastern Canada. The position includes coordinating field crews and volunteers, overseeing HWA treatment and monitoring work, supporting outreach and reporting, and helping manage day-to-day project operations.

We’re looking for someone organized, adaptable, and comfortable balancing field work, team coordination, administration, and public engagement.

MCFC is Eastern Canada’s first community forest and manages 15,000 hectares of Crown land using ecological and community-based forestry practices.

To apply or learn more, please visit [www.medwaycommunityforest.com/jobs](http://www.medwaycommunityforest.com/jobs).

05/12/2026

We’re bringing the Forest Market to Lunenburg for the very first time! 🌲

Join us for a special spring edition of the Forest Market — a curated gathering of local makers, forest-based traditions, and organizations connected to the woods. We’re excited to partner with and to bring it to life.

Browse handmade goods, connect with local organizations, and celebrate the people and stories rooted in our forest landscapes.

📆 Saturday, June 27 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Lunenburg School of the Arts (6 Prince Street)
🎟️ Free & open to all

Vendor lineup coming soon — hope to see you there!

05/12/2026

We’re bringing the Forest Market to Lunenburg for the very first time! 🌲

Join us for a special spring edition of the Forest Market — a curated gathering of local makers, forest-based traditions, and organizations connected to the woods. We’re excited to partner with Save Our Old Forests and NS Forests Forever to bring it to life.

Browse handmade goods, connect with local organizations, and celebrate the people and stories rooted in our forest landscapes.

📅 Saturday, June 27 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Lunenburg School of the Arts (6 Prince Street)
🎟 Free & open to all

Vendor lineup coming soon — hope to see you there!

05/11/2026

The Medway Community Forest Co-op is partnering with Sweet Ride Cycling to bring you a group ride to explore the beautiful MCFC license area and the Medway Lakes Wilderness area.

This gravel ride will include plenty of logging roads, so expect all kinds of conditions! Helmets are mandatory, and a Cycle NS membership is encouraged. While we hope for nice weather, this event will be rain or shine (but cancelled in the event of a downpour).

Further information (including the route and registration) can be found at www.medwaycommunityforest.com/events

Space is limited, so be sure to register soon to secure your spot!

05/06/2026

Are you a maker, artist, or organization working with forest-inspired goods or local products? 🌿

We’re looking for a small number of local vendors, makers, artists, and organizations to join us for a special spring edition of our annual Forest Market (this time in Lunenburg)!

Details:
📅 Saturday, June 27 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Lunenburg School of the Arts
✨ Free to participate | Limited spaces available

This is a great chance to be part of a community-focused market rooted in a shared connection to the woods, alongside other local creators and conservation groups.

Interested in joining us? Send us an email or get in touch to express your interest.

05/05/2026

Still some time to register for our AGM tomorrow evening!

Join us for a special guest presentation from Chris Googoo, updates from the last year and a look ahead at what's next for the Medway Community Forest.

You’re invited!

The Medway Community Forest Co-operative’s Annual General Meeting is happening on Wednesday, May 6, from 6:00–8:00 PM (online), and all members and community members are welcome to join.

This is a chance to reflect on the past year, hear updates on stewardship and operations, and look ahead to what’s next for the forest.

We’re excited to welcome guest speaker Chris Googoo, who will share insights on Ulnooweg’s programs and treaty rights as they relate to forestry—offering an important perspective on the future of Nova Scotia’s forests.

You’ll also hear updates from staff on key initiatives, including:
• Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) treatment work
• Ecological forestry operations
• License area agreement negotiations
• New funding opportunities
• Ongoing research, including species-at-risk birds

All are welcome—if you’re not yet a member, you can join through the Medway Community Forest website. Register here: https://www.medwaycommunityforest.com/events/agm-2026

05/01/2026

We had a great time at our recent Learn to Fly Fish event, with about 20 people joining us on the water! 🎣

It was awesome to see so many folks getting out, learning new skills, and enjoying the outdoors together. A few fish were even caught along the way!

Big thanks to Loop Tackle and MacPherson's Fly and Tackle for donating our prizes, and to everyone who came out and made the day what it was.

This event couldn't have happened without the help of Kate and Scotty Sherin at the LaHave River Salmon Association, Thomas Sweeny with the Nova Scotia Salmon Association, Michael Martino and Cameron and Matt at MCFC!

The event filled up quickly, and we’re already looking forward to doing it again next year! Want first dibs when registration opens? Sign up for our e-newsletter: https://www.medwaycommunityforest.com/newsletter

04/24/2026

New harvest blocks are now open for public comment on the Harvest Plan Map Viewer (HPMV) 🌲

🗓 Open until May 2
📍 Annapolis County (within the Medway Community Forest license area)

These areas are in the early stages of planning, and your feedback helps shape how each site is managed. Final harvest approaches will be guided by detailed field assessments and ecological goals. More information—and another chance to provide input—will be shared once site planning is complete.

We encourage you to submit comments directly through the HPMV (or email us if needed).

You can learn more and provide input now: https://www.medwaycommunityforest.com/blog/harvest-blocks-april-22

04/23/2026

After a bit of a rocky start last summer—with the woods closure just before opening—we’re excited to share that the Stave Lake Campground is getting ready to welcome visitors this season 🏕️

But before we can open, we need a hand getting it ready!

After a long, snowy winter, there’s some cleanup to do, and we’re looking for volunteers to join us on Saturday, May 9, to help bring the space back to life.

Tasks include:
🌳 Clearing brush
🌳 Walking trails to check for damage
🌳 Removing fallen trees and branches

If you’re looking for a way to get outside, meet great people, and contribute to a new community space, this is a great opportunity to get involved. If you're interested in joining us for the day, email us at [email protected].

04/22/2026

Meet our AGM guest speaker: Christopher Googoo 🌲

A proud member of We’koqma’q First Nation, Chris has dedicated his career to advancing opportunities for Indigenous entrepreneurs, businesses, and communities across Atlantic Canada. He is Chief Operating Officer of Ulnooweg and Executive Director of the Ulnooweg Indigenous Communities Foundation.

His work bridges Indigenous leadership, community wealth-building, and social finance—bringing powerful insight into how collaboration and stewardship can shape a more resilient future. Chris will share reflections grounded in his experience supporting Indigenous communities and strengthening relationships across sectors—offering a meaningful perspective for anyone invested in forests, community, and long-term sustainability.

Alongside this guest presenter, the evening will include updates from the Medway Community Forest team on stewardship, programming, and what’s ahead.

The AGM will take place virtually on Wednesday, May 6, from 6:00-8:00 PM. Register now to reserve your spot: https://www.medwaycommunityforest.com/events/agm-2026