Headwaters Lakes Association
Who we are

About our association.

A volunteer-run, member-funded association serving cabin owners in the Okanagan Highlands near Peachland, BC. Established in 2015, formerly known as Headwaters Responders Society.

Our purpose

Living off the grid doesn't mean
facing emergencies alone.

The Headwaters Lakes Association was established by local cabin owners to address the unique challenges of isolated community life — including wildfire, medical situations, and access difficulties specific to our remote location.

We function as a communication bridge between residents and emergency services, including the Regional District, BC Wildfire, Search and Rescue, and the Conservation Officer Service.

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What we do

Core functions.

01

Emergency Coordination

Serves as a communication link between cabin owners and emergency partners — including BC Wildfire, Search and Rescue, and the Conservation Officer Service — for fast, coordinated response.

02

Training & Preparedness

Provides hands-on fire suppression training sessions and safety education so members know how to respond before help arrives.

03

Equipment & Readiness

Members maintain shared emergency tools including pumps, hoses, radios, and safety gear — kept ready for wildfire, medical situations, and access emergencies.

04

Community Support

A neighbour-driven network built on local knowledge and mutual trust, where members are often first on scene during an emergency.

In the community

Our neighbours.

Lake 1

Headwaters Family Camp

Situated right on Lake 1 at 21 km on Peachland Main, Headwaters Family Camp offers rustic cabin and campsite rentals for families looking to reconnect with the outdoors. With fishing, boating, canoeing, swimming, and hiking all on their doorstep, they share our love of this remote corner of the Okanagan Highlands.

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Leadership

Board of directors.

Thomas Berger
President
Vicki Smith
Secretary
Carol Reid
Treasurer
Gwen Chapman
Director
Joshua Chapman
Director
Lonnie Dawson
Director
Trever Florko
Director
Neil Miller
Director
Wally Seward
Director
Get in touch

Questions about the association?

Email the board