Forest Fire Season Comes to a Close for 2022

Dec 06, 2022

Major forest fires in the central region of the province contributed to the 2022 forest fire season being one of the most significant in recent history.

During 2022 there were 103 recorded fire starts, burning a total area of 23,886 hectares of forest land throughout the province. Three significant forest fires in the central region of the island, collectively named the Central Fire Complex, accounted for 22,647 of the total hectares burned – the Paradise Lake fire burned 16,750 hectares, the Bay d’Espoir Highway fire burned 5,614 hectares and the Southern Lake Access Road burned 283 hectares.

Based on data compiled from 2013-2022, the 10-year average for Newfoundland and Labrador is 103 fire starts and 10,466 hectares burned.

Despite challenges associated with the Central Fire Complex, firefighters and emergency officials displayed a remarkable degree of professionalism and dedication under difficult circumstances to protect communities and residents in the region. The Provincial Government has extended gratitude to the fire suppression staff from Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec and Parks Canada, who provided assistance through the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre – Mutual Aid Resource Sharing program.

As with every year, forestry officials are undertaking a review of the 2022 forest fire season to determine whether opportunities exist to build upon fire suppression efforts.

Source : Gov.Nl.ca

Video: Shearing Delay Leads To Kingston 4H Sheep Show!

What started as a disappointment turned into a day full of surprises, fun, and celebration as we leave Ewetopia Farms behind and head out to the Kingston Fair to watch the 4H sheep show

Today’s vlog was supposed to be another sheep shearing day here at Ewetopia Farms, but when our shearer had to cancel, we suddenly found ourselves with an unexpected free day. Lucky for us, the Kingston Fair was happening — and some of our own sheep (and friends) were competing!

We brought along our shearing helper and headed to the fairgrounds to cheer on the 4H kids and see how our sheep did in the show. From last-minute preparations and sheep showmanship to market lamb competitions and ewe classes, we take you behind the scenes of what it’s really like at a country fair.

We couldn’t be prouder — our girls walked away with wins in both showmanship and breeding ewe classes! Afterwards, we toured the fair, met a beekeeper with fascinating insights, admired other livestock shows, and wrapped up the evening with motocross stunts and a demolition derby!

Sometimes farm life throws curveballs — but today, it gave us the chance to celebrate community, our sheep, and the next generation of shepherds.