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Prescribed Fire Field Trip in Eastern Nevada County

A brief presentation giving an overview of prescribed fire combined with a visit to a previously burned broadcast/understory site. An introduction to prescribed fire for community members and landowners. Learn about what prescribed burning is and the role of fire historically vs now in shaping our forest and landscape vegetation and wildland fire. See how prescribed fire reduces fire hazard, improves defensible space and forest resilience, and benefits native plants. Learn how a prescribed burn is conducted with a real-world example. This event will be held in Eastern Nevada County, in the Floriston Firewise Community.

What To Bring:

  • Sturdy shoes for walking on slopes and off trails
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Sunscreen/ hat
  • Whatever you may need for 2-hours outdoors

REGISTER HERE: 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/prescribed-fire-field-trip-tickets-1003244690877?aff=oddtdtcreator

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