To become a reality, this vision needs to work for both the human and non-human inhabitants of the coast. Expanding and linking protected areas will maintain the ecological integrity of the area, which in turn opens up the possibility of long-term economic sustainability. A key part of the solution will be community stewardship of resources. No system of conservation areas will be created or maintained over time without broad public support.

The fate of the Great Bear Rainforest could be decided this year so letters are urgently needed. Write or call to the Premier of B.C. (fax: 250-387-0087; email: premier@gov.bc.ca; phone: 250-387-1715) and your MLA, at Parliament Buildings, Victoria, B.C. V8V 1X4. To send a free fax, go to:

www.trees2k.org

	Low elevation intact old growth forests, grizzly bears, spirit bears and salmon are in need of protection in the Great Bear Rainforest.
	Honour First Nations' rights and title.
	Many species require large connected wilderness and ancient forests for their survival. To ensure the survival of grizzly bear, wolf, spirit bear and salmon on the coast of B.C., we must protect their habitats.
	Protection of this area must be based on science.
	The amount of logging must fall to accommodate protection, and should be the result of an ecosystem-based planning process.

The government's decision to protect the Great Bear Rainforest will be based on the height of a stack of personalized letters. Make it a mountain!

Become a member of or volunteer with one of the organizations listed at the bottom..

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) sets the current global standards for eco-certification standards, which are recognized and supported by the major environmental groups. For more information, see

www.fscoax.org

www.silvafor.org

www.oldgrowthfree.org

Slide shows on the Conservation Areas Design can be arranged for groups of 20 or more by phoning (604) 915-9600.

Contact any of the groups below for detailed information on ecosystem-based planning and the Conservation Areas Design.

For a PDF copy of the full CAD report, go to:

http://www.roundriver.org/conservation_projects_fs.html