Interesting in learning how to help with prescribed burns or do burns on your own property?
The Lands Council is hosting a Learn and Burn event near Chewelah on March 29. This event is open to landowners and members of the public interested in volunteering to support capacity for prescribed burning on private property. Prescribed burns are weather-dependent, and although we are planning for this event on March 29, this is subject to change. A follow-up email with instructions will be sent to all those who sign up.
Sign up by noon on Saturday, March 28 to join. Maximum of 15 participants.
This event is part of an effort to support a Northeast Washington Prescribed Burn Association. Prescribed burn associations are community-led organizations that help support controlled burns on private property along with focusing on outreach and education to reduce wildfire risk. Learn more here: Washington Prescribed Burn Associations
Educational opportunities may include learning about site preparation, firing patterns, weather/prescription, importance of holding (keeping the fire where you want it), post fire mop up, tools and equipment, and permits and burn plans.
All participants should wear leather boots, non-synthetic clothing such as cotton or wool, and bring leather gloves if possible. Lunch and coffee will be provided.
Stay tuned for other events related to forming a Prescribed Burn Association in Northeast Washington!