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Oct 16, 2023

Tree Felling Size-Ups

There are many reasons that a tree may need to be felled to support prescribed fire operations. Snags, or standing dead trees, are relatively flammable and can cast embers across your control lines once they are ignited. Some trees, including green ones, have the potential to act as ladder fuels, carrying surface fire into the… 

Sep 27, 2023

Smoke Management: Planning Resources

By: Elliot Nauert A recent video by the Southern Fire Exchange describes the public health concerns of smoke, reminding us why it is important to take smoke management seriously. In an earlier post, we shared some training resources to build the foundations of smoke management knowledge. That knowledge is first applied to prescribed burning during… 

Feb 16, 2023

Drip Torches, Deconstructed

Written By: Kayci Willis The Drip Torch While there are a number of more technologically advanced ignition methods with drones, ATV attachments, and helicopters, the wildland fire industry’s tried and true method of ignition remains the handheld drip torch. A drip torch is a tool that can be used to purposefully ignite fires by dripping… 

Dec 16, 2022

Smoke Management: Online Training Resources

Smoke management is a concern of fire practioners for many reasons. Luckily, there are several online courses and resources available to fire practioners to learn more about this topic. Below are some examples of courses available that include smoke-related sections. Thes courses are ideal for beginner burners, landowners, or contractors. You can click on the… 

Nov 30, 2022

Mississippi’s Fire on the Forty Campaign

A Prescribed Fire Incentive Program for Private Landowners Written By: Kayci Willis Preface Earlier this year, a group of prescribed fire supporters gathered in Jackson, Mississippi to discuss the successes and shortcomings of Fire on the Forty, a prescribed fire cost-sharing and education program for private landowners. I had the privilege of being invited and…