Journal 25: Pinehaven’s Limited-Acess Road, It’s Origin and Challenges

After the 2018 Spring Creek Fire came dangerously close to Pinehaven, our community took bold steps to improve wildfire readiness, including the creation of a limited-access fire road. But this solution comes with challenges we can’t ignore. This post explores the origins, limitations, and future of Pinehaven’s fire road, and why smarter, more strategic investments may hold the key to long-term safety in our mountain community.

Journal 26: Fire Road, Life-Saving Takeaways

Given the challenging location, limited tactical use, and high cost of upgrading Pinehaven’s limited-access road, it may be more effective to focus our energy on other proactive strategies. By investing in fire mitigation, strengthening evacuation plans, and enhancing prevention efforts, we can make a meaningful difference in our community’s safety.

Journal 27: Bi-Annual Forest Debris Pick-up Q&A

Living in the mountains comes with breathtaking views and the shared responsibility to protect them. As a recognized Firewise community, Pinehaven takes wildfire prevention seriously through proactive efforts like our twice-yearly forest litter pick-up service.