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SUMMARY:Marsh Burning   Certification Class
DESCRIPTION:October 14\, 2021\, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. \nMorgan City Harbor & Terminal District \n(In front of Municipal Auditorium) \n7327 Hwy 182 \nMorgan City\, LA 70381 \nThis class will address all the essential elements of conducting controlled burns in coastal marsh habitats. Successfully completing the class along with burning experience is required for Prescribed Burner – Marshland certification by the La. Department of Agriculture and Forestry. \nWho Should Attend: Coastal Marsh Landowners and Land Managers\, Hunters & Trappers Who Assist with Controlled Burns\, Anyone Interested in Using Fire as a Marsh Management Technique. \nCost and Registration: There is no cost to attend the class but pre-registration is requested. To preregister\, email Faran Dietz at fdietz@ldaf.state.la.us \nRegistration 10:00 am– 2:00pm \n\n10:00 – Introduction to Prescribed Burner Certification\n10:15 – Why Burn the Marsh: Ecology of Louisiana Marshlands\n11:00 – Fire Weather Forecast\n11:30 – Break\n11:45 – Smoke Management\n12:15 – Fire Line Establishment\n12:45 – The Prescribed Burning Plan\n1:15 – Test
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/marsh-burning-certification-class/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T163000
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SUMMARY:Research with Tribes: A Suggested Framework for the Co-production of Knowledge
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 Frederick and Joan Barkalow Distinguished Conservationist Lecture will feature Dr. Caleb Hickman\, Supervisory Biologist for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. He will present\, “Research with Tribes: A Suggested Framework for the Co-production of Knowledge.” \nJoin the livestream here. \n\n\n\nBorn and raised in Oklahoma\, Hickman is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation\, one of the three federally recognized tribes of Cherokee descent. After leaving Oklahoma\, he received his bachelor’s degree in biology from Missouri Valley College\, masters at Missouri State University and Ph.D. in Zoology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Hickman has authored and co-authored many publications at the edge of ecology and social science. He has also worked with a variety of species across various ecosystems before finding his dream job as the Supervisory Biologist for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. \nCurrently\, with a small team\, Hickman works to study and conserve a variety of game and non-game fish and wildlife species and their habitats within the Cherokee homeland. He uses a combination of science-based management coupled with a socio-ecological perspective with an eye toward preserving traditional knowledge for the tribe. Hickman enjoys hunting\, fishing\, and hiking in the mountains\, reading Cherokee history\, and participating in Cherokee cultural events\, including\, when he is able\, the traditional stickball game. He is married with two wonderful sons.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/research-with-tribes-a-suggested-framework-for-the-co-production-of-knowledge/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211118
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20211008T174340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211008T174340Z
UID:4758-1634083200-1637193599@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Hybrid S-130/S-190/L-180: Basic Wildland Firefighter
DESCRIPTION:The intent of this course is to train new firefighters in basic firefighting skills. It is often required for participation in prescribed burning activities. Participants who complete all course requirements will receive federally-recognized NWCG certificates for S-130\, S-190\, and L-180. \n**This training is presented in a hybrid format. Participants must complete 40 hours of training total\, including online material via Canvas and attending an in-person field day in order to earn NWCG certificates for S-130\, S-190\, L-180.** \nRegister for the course here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/hybrid-s-130-s-190-l-180-basic-wildland-firefighter-2/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211012T130000
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CREATED:20211004T123647Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Giving Voice to Cultural Safety of Indigenous Wildland Firefighters in Canada
DESCRIPTION:For decades\, Indigenous firefighters and fire operations staff have been engaged in wildland fire suppression activities\, formally and informally. Little is known or understood about the experiences of Indigenous wildland firefighting personnel. To address this deficit\, we developed an online survey and virtual circles were conducted specifically for individuals who self-identified as Indigenous and worked in wildland firefighting and/or fire operations for at least one fire season in Canada \nRegister here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-giving-voice-to-cultural-safety-of-indigenous-wildland-firefighters-in-canada/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211012T110000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20211005T145540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162903Z
UID:4746-1634032800-1634036400@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Southeast Climate monthly webinar series is held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am ET. This series is hosted by the Southeast Regional Climate Center\, in partnership with the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) and the NOAA National Weather Service. These webinars will provide the region with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought\, floods and tropical storms\, as well as climatic events like El Niño and La Niña. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as agriculture production\, water resources\, wildfires and ecosystems. \nRegister here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-southeast-climate-monthly-webinar-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211009T140000
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CREATED:20210908T170432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T170432Z
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SUMMARY:Savannah River Fire Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get full information here. \nDate: October 9\, 2021 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nTime Zone: America/New_York \nLocation: Mary Kahrs Warnell Forest Education Center\, 5960 S GA-17\nGuyton\, GA 31312 United States \nContact: Susan French \n\nLINK TO PDF GET DIRECTIONS \nYou and your family are invited to join us for the first annual Savannah River Fire Festival! Enjoy a fun day outdoors celebrating how prescribed fire is good for Georgia’s forests and meet some of the organizations using it to support healthy wildlife habitat and reduce the risk of wildfires. You’ll also get to go on a guided nature hike and meet Burner Bob®. It’s a free festival for the whole family with fire equipment\, food trucks\, face painting\, and games! \nIn case of inclement weather\, the rain date for this event is October 23rd. \n\nExplore nature exhibits\, fire equipment\, and the many benefits of prescribed fire with our wonderful partners\, including (but not limited to!) UGA Mary Kahrs Warnell Forest Education Center\, Burner Bob\, Wildlife Resources Division – Georgia DNR\, The Georgia Conservancy\, NRCS\, Effingham County Fire Rescue\, Effingham County UGA Cooperative Extension\, The Orianne Society\, Georgia Project Learning Tree\, Georgia-Alabama Land Trust\, Georgia Wildlife Federation\, Quail Forever in Georgia\, and Coastal Georgia Council Boy Scouts of America. \nInterested in being an exhibitor or sponsor? Please contact Susan French at susan@longleafalliance.org.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/savannah-river-fire-festival/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211010
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CREATED:20210708T180003Z
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UID:4003-1633737600-1633823999@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Fire in the Pines Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Fire in the Pines Festival 2021 will be moving to a virtual platform with in-person activities available! We feel this is the best decision for our community given the current Covid-19 surge. We would not feel safe hosting such a large gathering during this time. \n\nWe’ll miss seeing all our longleaf friends this year but hope we can continue to connect virtually! We have lots of fun ways to get involved this year so be on the lookout for more FIP 2021 announcements!\n\nView the event website here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/fire-in-the-pines-festival/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211008
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210219T151501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T151501Z
UID:3002-1633392000-1633651199@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Land Trust Rally 2021
DESCRIPTION:Rally is the exciting annual gathering of inspired and passionate land conservation practitioners from around the world who are dedicated to conserving cherished places in our communities. The Land Trust Alliance is proud to be hosting its 34th year of Rally: The National Land Conservation Conference.  The event will be held virtually. \nMore information and registration can be found here. \n 
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/land-trust-rally-2021/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211007
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SUMMARY:Private Lands Partners Day
DESCRIPTION:Hear stories of public-private conservation partnerships from landowners and their partners from across the country as well as challenges and opportunities in a COVID and post-COVID world.\n\nWhen:\nOctober 5th – 3 pm to 5 pm Eastern\nOctober 6th – 11 am – 1 pm Eastern\n\nWhere:\nZoom Webinar Platform\, call in number available\n\nCost:\nNo Cost Registration Required\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/private-lands-partners-day/
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211009
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20200327T151324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200327T151324Z
UID:1220-1633305600-1633737599@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:4th National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:4th Annual National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy Workshop\nVirtual\nOctober 4-7\, 2021 \nHard Truths\, Fantastic Failures and Magnificent Successes of Cross-Boundary\, Landscape Level and Community-Wide Implementation \nFrom the conference website: \nSince the inception of The National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy \, we have learned that there are multiple “hard truths” of living with fire that must be accepted in order to make meaningful progress towards the three national goals of Resilient Landscapes\, Fire Adapted Communities and a Safe\, Effective\, Risk-Based Wildfire Response. We have also experienced multiple opportunities where learning continues around: \n\nSignificant wildland fire events that are changing the way future fires are addressed\,\n“Fantastic Failures” where alignment of ideas and resources did not produce the desired outcomes\,\n“Magnificent Successes” where collaborative\, cross-boundary collaboration\, prioritization and investments have led to better wildland fire and landscape scale outcomes\,\n\nThe 4th National Cohesive Strategy Workshop will center on these themes\, and focus sharply understanding how the guiding principles and management options are making meaningful progress towards the three goals\, to create a learning environment for attendees.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/4th-national-cohesive-wildland-fire-management-strategy-workshop/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton\, Asheville – Biltmore\, 115 Hendersonville Road\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211001T143000
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CREATED:20210830T130718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T130718Z
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SUMMARY:Central Florida Prescribed Fire Council Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n2021 Central Florida Prescribed Fire Council Annual Meeting\nOctober 1\, 2021\nVirtually Hosted by the Southern Fire Exchange\n–Registration Coming Soon–\nDownload agenda \nAgenda: \n9:00-9:15 Welcome\, Logistics\, and Sponsor Acknowledgments\n(Sammy McGee\, Ben Gugliotti\, and Brent Saulsbury; CFPFC Officers) \n9:15-9:50 Fire Training in the Time of Covid-19\n(Zach Prusak\, Wildland Fire Training Specialist\, Tall Timbers) \n9:50-10:30 FFS Experience with Ignition Drone Use on FL State Forests\n(Keith Mousel\, Withlacoochee Forestry Center Manager\, Florida Forest Service) \n10:30-10:45 CFPFC T-shirt/Sticker Show and Tell\, Sponsor Videos\, Prizes\, and Coffee Break\n(Brent Saulsbury\, CFPFC Treasurer) \n10:45-11:20 Prescribed Fire in the Wildland/Urban Interface: Success Through Collaboration in Florida’s\nFlatwoods\n(Dr. Patrick Bohlen\, Director of UCF Landscape and Natural Resources Program) \n11:20-12:00 Central FL Weather Outlook and Update for Fire Practioners\n(Rodney Wynn\, Fire Weather Program Manager\, National Weather Service) \n12:00-12:40 Announcements and Break for Lunch \n12:40-1:20 A Florida Burner’s Value to Western Fire Contracting\n(David and Brooke Hogrefe\, Sandpine Alliance) \n1:20–2:20 Florida Forest Service Update and Special Topic: Air Quality as it Relates to Open Burning\nAuthorizations\n(John Saddler and Sean Gallagher\, Florida Forest Service) \n2:20-2:30 Meeting Wrap-Up and Evaluation Reminder
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/central-florida-prescribed-fire-council-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210913T122842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162904Z
UID:4644-1633010400-1633014000@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Addressing Disaster Workforce Needs During the COVID-19 Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:For the past 18 months\, emergency response personnel have dealt with the strain of the COVID-19 pandemic in addition to the regular onslaught of tornadoes\, hurricanes\, wildfires\, and other hazards. In this webinar\, panelists from the public health and emergency services sectors will discuss approaches for addressing worker burnout\, promoting individual-level resilience\, and mitigating the impacts of worker shortages as the COVID-19 crisis continues to evolve. \nRegister here. \nLearn About:\n\nHow decision makers can provide support to the disaster workforce\nStrategies that can promote resilience and reduce worker burnout\n\n\n\nSpeakers:\n\nPhil Ambrose\, Glendale Fire Department\nCurry Mayer\, Seattle Office of Emergency Management\nDavid Miller\, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene\nSue Ann Sarpy\, Principal\, Sarpy and Associates\, LLC
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-addressing-disaster-workforce-needs-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210901T030010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210901T030010Z
UID:4589-1632996000-1633014000@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:2021 Georgia Prescribed Fire Council Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:2021 Georgia PFC Annual Meeting\nThursday – September 30\, 2021\nThe Georgia Prescribed Fire Council invites you to attend the 2021 Statewide Annual Meeting on Thursday\, September 30th. This year’s event will be virtual and there is no cost to participate. All are welcome — this meeting has something to offer no matter where you are! Registration coming soon. \nFull Agenda Here. \n\nAbbreviated agenda: \n10:00 Welcome and Meeting Overview\n\n\n10:15 A GFC Strategic Vision for Fire in Georgia: Address from the Director\n\n\n10:25 2021 Prescribed Fire Activity and New Online Permitting\n\n\n10:40 Air Quality and Smoke Impacts 2021\n\n\n11:00 Smoke Management Guide for Southeastern Landowners\n\n\n11:20 Prescribed Fire: A Promising Tool for Reducing the Risk of Tick-borne Diseases\n\n\n12:00 Lunch Break\n\n\n12:50 Drip Torch Giveaways and Polls\n\n\n1:00 The Most Frequent Historical Fire Regime Measured? 500 Years of Fire Scars\n\n\n1:40 Implications of 21st Century Climate Change for Prescribed Burning in the Southeast\n\n\n2:05 Burning for Bobwhites: A Look at Prescribed Burning on Osceola and Tallokas Plantations\n\n\n2:35 Hurricane Michael Follow-up: Fire and tingReforestation\n\n\n2:55 Closing Remarks
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/2021-georgia-prescribed-fire-council-annual-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210726T165857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162953Z
UID:4330-1632924000-1632927600@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Flash Drought Webinar Series: Emerging Tools for Flash Drought Monitoring and Prediction
DESCRIPTION:Droughts are often categorized as ‘flash’ droughts when they develop or intensify in a matter of weeks (though defining flash droughts continues to be an area of active debate). The National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) and the National Weather Service (NWS) are pleased to announce a series of three webinars to help climate professionals and operational service providers better understand this phenomenon\, its defining characteristics and how it varies by region and season\, its impacts on agricultural and other stakeholders\, and the potential for improved monitoring\, prediction\, and planning/response tools (datasets\, maps\, etc.). \nThis webinar\, the third in the series\, will include the following presentations on emerging tools for flash drought monitoring and prediction from NOAA and other institutions: \nExperimental Subseasonal Tools to Support Flash Drought Monitoring and Prediction at CPC – L. Gwen Chen\, NOAA Climate Prediction Center\nUpcoming Product: Week-2 Flash Drought Forecasts – Brad Pugh\, NOAA Climate Prediction Center\nSurvey of Other Emerging Flash Drought Tools – Trent Ford\, University of Illinois\, Urbana-Champaign \nRegister here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-flash-drought-webinar-series-emerging-tools-for-flash-drought-monitoring-and-prediction/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211002
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210825T121832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210825T121832Z
UID:4516-1632700800-1633132799@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:S-130/S-190/L-180
DESCRIPTION:Class Dates:   \nMonday\, September 27\nTuesday\, September 28\nWednesday\, September 29\nThursday\, September 30\nFriday\, October 1 \nLocation: Manatee Technical College: East Campus- Michael G. Johnson Fire Academy\n5530 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.\nBradenton\, FL 34211 \n*Costs: Tuition: $225.00 \n\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/s-130-s-190-l-180/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T143000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210819T135821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162954Z
UID:4473-1632402000-1632407400@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:SFE Webinar: Moving to Hybrid Events - A Discussion with Natural Resource Professionals
DESCRIPTION:SFE Webinar: Moving to Hybrid Events – A Discussion with Natural Resource Professionals\nSeptember 23\, 2021 1:00 – 2:30 PM ET \nHosted by NC State University Forestry Extension and the Southern Fire Exchange \nWe’ll hear from presenters from around the country who will share their personal experiences and lessons learned in moving their natural resource programs to a hybrid platform. They will cover various types of hybrid events\, including meetings\, trainings\, workshops and large-scale conferences\, and how to ensure accessibility. This event is open to everyone\, but is targeted for natural resources professionals who are considering organizing hybrid events in the future. \n\nAs COVID-19 continues to impact the United States\, organizations are adjusting and adapting to meet their organizational needs. They are looking to blend traditional ways\, such as in-person meetings\, with technology\, such as video conferencing\, to provide content to their audience and meet their organizational needs. Some organizations have quickly adapted to the blending of traditional methods with technology to meet their needs\, while others continue to look for solutions. The experiences and lessons learned herein can be used or adapted to effectively plan and conduct hybrid programs.  Registration information here.\n\n\nPresenters
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/sfe-webinar-moving-to-hybrid-events-a-discussion-with-natural-resource-professionals/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T144500
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210914T121534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162956Z
UID:4655-1632317400-1632321900@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: ITEP's Status of Tribes & Climate Change (STACC) Report
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first webinar of a series which will focus on the Status of Tribes and Climate Change (STACC) report\, a new report written by a working group and convened by the Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals (ITEP) Tribes & Climate Change Program. STACC seeks to uplift and honor the voices of Indigenous peoples across the U.S. to increase understanding of Tribal lifeways\, cultures\, and worldviews; the climate change impacts Tribes are experiencing; the solutions they are implementing; and ways that all of us can support Tribes in adapting to our changing world. Over 90 authors from different entities including the authors of 34 personal Tribal narratives contributed to the publication of the first STACC Report. It was written for diverse audiences including Tribal managers\, leaders\, and community members; the authors of future National Climate Assessments; federal and state agencies and decision makers; and non-governmental organizations. This first webinar will focus on introducing the Report and will give you a chance to hear from key authors of the Report. \nRegister here. \nWe are pleased that our following relatives and colleagues will join us. \n1) Ann Marie Chischilly\, Esq.\, ITEP Director and Interim Vice President of the Office of Native American Affairs (ONAI) at Northern Arizona University \n2) Dara Marks-Marino\, WattTime\, Environmental Justice Analyst\, former ITEP team member and STACC Report Lead \n3) Kyle Whyte\, PhD – Professor of Environment & Sustainability & George Willis Pack Professor – University of Michigan and STACC Report Lead Author \n4) Rachael Novak\, BIA Tribal Resilience Coordinator\, BIA Tribal Climate Resilience Program (invited) \n5) Coral Avery\, Natural Resource Specialist-BIA Tribal Climate Resilience Program and Tribal Youth & Climate Liaison\, NW Climate Adaptation Science Center
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-iteps-status-of-tribes-climate-change-stacc-report/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210919
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210913T192656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210913T192656Z
UID:4653-1631923200-1632009599@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Oklahoma Quail Forever Field Day: Northern Bobwhite Habitat Management
DESCRIPTION:Oklahoma Quail Forever Field Day: Northern Bobwhite Habitat Management on Rangelands and Cross Timbers \nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED – Preferably by Sept 15th for Lunch\, name tag\, resource materials\, and parking pass to be ordered.\nDetails and registration can be found on the event website. \nFor more information\, contact Laura McIver\, Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever Regional Representative | (907) 750.2600 | Lmciver@quailforever.org \n 
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/oklahoma-quail-forever-field-day-northern-bobwhite-habitat-management/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210901T203007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162957Z
UID:4622-1631818800-1631822400@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Wildfire in the Western US: Causes\, Consequences\, & Adaptation
DESCRIPTION:Large fires are becoming more frequent and severe across the western US. Since 1984\, annual burned forest area has increased by about 1\,100%. Lives\, property\, and livelihoods are routinely threatened and burned landscapes can be left ecologically transformed. \nWhat is causing recent trends in fire activity? What will forests of the future look like? How can modeling wildfires and forest response guide adaptation strategies? These are among the questions to be explored. Panelists will also discuss the importance of tailoring fire and forest management to the local context\, considering regionally specific factors like forest type\, environmental conditions\, and the presence of people. \nPanelists will include: forest ecologist Winslow Hansen (Cary Institute)\, fire ecologist Phil Higuera (University of Montana)\, and natural resource sociologist Catrin Edgeley (Northern Arizona University). \nThis event will include time for audience Q&A. Free and open to all. \nRegistration is required.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-wildfire-in-the-western-us-causes-consequences-adaptation/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210914T122102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162959Z
UID:4657-1631804400-1631808000@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Forgotten Habitat: Native Groundcover
DESCRIPTION:Nature Knowledge is a speaker series hosted by Dr. Shelly Johnson to share current scientific knowledge on topics affecting nature in Florida\, supported by UF/IFAS Natural Resources Extension. This month\, Megan Ellis\, Private Lands Biologist from the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission and Landowner Assistance Program\, will join us to discuss the importance of native groundcover\, its decline throughout history\, and what we can do to recover this forgotten habitat \nRegister here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-forgotten-habitat-native-groundcover/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210913T130521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T163001Z
UID:4646-1631797200-1631808000@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Partner Webinar Series: Wildfire: Weather\, Water\, Weeds\, Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we seek to better understand wildfire effects on communities and the health of our watersheds! Expert panelists will share recent education efforts\, guidelines\, and research on the physical\, cultural and ecological conditions related to increasing frequency and scale of wildfires in our region.\nThurs. Sept. 16th\, 2021 | 9am-12pm\nThurs. Sept. 30th\, 2021 | 9am-12pm\nThurs. Oct. 14th\, 2021 | 2pm-5:30pm\n\n​Register here. \nSince our symposia after the Griffith Park Fire in 2007 and after the Station Fire in 2009\, Council for Watershed Health (CWH) has sought to continue convenings around local fire preparedness\, defensible space\, environmental impacts\, and the increasing frequency of wildfires in our region. It is our goal to contribute to a shared understanding amongst stakeholders on the watershed issues of the day\, gather lessons learned and disseminate best practices and strategies for healthier watersheds. \nEach of the three webinars will consist of short presentations and moderated panel discussions by leading experts in Wildland Fire Research\, Land Management\, Air Quality\, Water Quality\, Flood Control\, Weeds and Wildlife\, Land Use Planning\, and Utility Services. \nWith this Symposium\, we will: \n\n\nExamine agency/utility wildfire safety\, mitigation measures and resiliency planning for future fire weather \n\n\nLearn about research focused on wildfire effects on water quality (sediment\, contaminants) and water supply in our region and how we can improve our practices \n\n\nDiscuss how forests\, shrublands and rivers are recovering or being impacted by invasive plants and biodiversity loss \n\n\nUnderstand how state and local agencies are preparing and responding to increased threat of wildfire \n\n\n\nWho will attend?\nPlanning and Public Works Professionals\, Water Resources Professionals\, Land Managers Public Health Professionals\, Local Business Leaders\, Civil Engineers\, Regulators\, Land Managers\, Researchers\, Education and Extension Specialists\, Public Health Professionals\, Developers\, Landscape Architects\, Community Based Organizations\, Academics\, Students\, and any and all other interested parties.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-series-wildfire-weather-water-weeds-wildlife/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210831T131432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210831T131432Z
UID:4564-1631718000-1631721600@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Strategies for Effective Health Risk Communication During Wildfire Smoke
DESCRIPTION:Air pollution and wildfire smoke can have immediate and lasting health effects. Individuals who are regularly exposed to poor air quality may report different health behaviors and conditions than those who are less exposed. EPA researchers set out to determine whether self-reported protective behaviors or health conditions differed by air quality. \nTo conduct this research EPA scientists developed Smoke Sense\, a citizen science project which provides real-time information on wildfire smoke and air quality and allows users to engage in citizen science by reporting their experiences with smoke\, heath symptoms\, and exposure-reducing behaviors. \nThrough the participation of citizen scientists\, EPA seeks to understand the relationship between health risk communication strategies and individuals’ adoption of health protective behaviors. The study explores the role of risk perceptions and personal motivations for engagement and changing behavior. \nSmoke Sense also demonstrates effective use of technology for health research and risk communication. Using a mobile app\, Smoke Sense advances methodology for rigorously collecting data during emergent and dynamic conditions while simultaneously encouraging adoption of exposure-reducing behaviors. \nRegister here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-strategies-for-effective-health-risk-communication-during-wildfire-smoke/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210716T213236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210716T213236Z
UID:4079-1631700000-1631725200@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:South Carolina Prescribed Fire Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 South Carolina Prescribed Fire Council Meeting will be held virtually via Zoom on September 15\, 2021. Free registration here. More information and an agenda will be posted on the South Carolina Prescribed Fire Council website.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/south-carolina-prescribed-fire-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210830T192123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T163005Z
UID:4558-1631613600-1631619000@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Climate change-induced wildfire effects on soil biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explore recent advances in Climate Change research on wildfires and impacts on soil biodiversity. With rising awareness of wildfires worldwide and the release of the IPCC report on Climate Change\, and upcoming COP26 in Glasgow and UN Biodiversity Convention in China\, the topic is timely. This webinar will focus on new understanding of climate-induced wildfires​\, their effects on soil biodiversity and ecosystem processes\, and identify research priorities for the future. \nJoin panelists Elizabeth Wandrag Univ. York\, UK\, Konstantin Gongalsky\, Russian Academy of Sciences\, Moscow\, Marie-Charlotte Nilsson\, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) and Mac Callaham\, US Forest Service\, Georgia\, USA\, as they discuss their research\, major gaps ​in knowledge\, and how soil biodiversity research under global changes informs future land use policy. \nRegister here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-climate-change-induced-wildfire-effects-on-soil-biodiversity/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T110000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210902T195220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T163010Z
UID:4624-1631613600-1631617200@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Air Quality and Health
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar! These webinars provide the region’s stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought\, floods\, and tropical storms\, as well as climatic events like El Niño and La Niña. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as wildfires\, agriculture production\, disruption to water supply\, and ecosystems.\n\nThe September 14 webinar will also feature a presentation on the interactions between climate\, air quality\, and health.\nRegister here.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenters\nClimate Overview and Hurricane Outlook Update\nSandra Rayne | Southeast Regional Climate Center\n\nWater Resources Overview\nJeff Dobur/Todd Hamill | NWS Southeast River Forecast Center\n\nAgriculture Impact Update\nPam Knox | University of Georgia\n\nInteractions Between Climate\, Air Quality\, and Health\nNyahsa Dunkley | State of Georgia Climate Office
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-southeast-climate-monthly-webinar-air-quality-and-health/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210723T193204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210723T193204Z
UID:4230-1631606400-1631811600@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:North Atlantic Prescribed Fire Science Workshop
DESCRIPTION:SYNOPSIS\nThe last year has posed unimaginable challenges to fire scientists\, managers\, and wildland firefighters. We are thrilled to have a plan to reconnect in person! \nField trips to New Jersey Pine Barrens sites will stimulate discussion about regional prescribed fire science challenges and solutions. The workshop day will build a structure for region-wide prescribed fire science co-production and post-workshop coordination.\n​\nJoin us for a three-day experience in a camp environment outdoors\, at YMCA of the Pines in Medford Township\, New Jersey. Spend time in the field with fellow fire science stakeholders. Get your thoughts working in the amazing classroom of New Jersey’s prescribed fire landscape. We anticipate that registration costs will be $55 per person per day\, which will include meals\, refreshments\, and on-site lodging (exact cost will be billed closer to the workshop date). We recommend registering for all three days of this workshop\, but full registration is not required. Travel cost assistance is available; please email NAFSEhelp@gmail.com for details.\n​\nAgenda:\n\nRegistration closes Monday\, August 23 at 11:59 p.m. EDT\nDay 0\, Mon 9/13: Arrival\, optional dinner (not provided) with other participants at a local restaurant\nDay 1\, Tues 9/14: NJ Pine Barrens field trip\, including Silas Little Experimental Forest\, Coyle Airfield\, and other local spots of interest\nDay 2\, Wed 9/15: Workshop day\, including facilitated discussion of prescribed fire science needs and solutions in the North Atlantic region\nDay 3\, Thurs 9/16: Field trip to “Small Timbers\,” a fire-managed private forest on part of cranberry farm\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\nPlease reply to this email if you have questions!\nWorkshop information is also available on our website.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/north-atlantic-prescribed-fire-science-workshop/
LOCATION:New Jersey\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Field Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211115
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210806T185559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210806T185559Z
UID:4406-1631491200-1636934399@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Mitigation Best Practices Training
DESCRIPTION:This national level training from Coalitions & Collaboratives\, Inc. and the USDA Forest Service is designed for current or future mitigation specialists\, wildfire program leads\, and others who work with residents and their communities to reduce wildfire risk. The Mitigation Best Practices training concentrates on science\, methods and tools that will help you engage communities/residents while also helping you to eliminate ineffective practices. \nParticipants should come with a basic understanding of wildfire\, how homes burn\, and vegetation management practices. The course assumes you know how to mitigate\, but that you could use support engaging your community. In this workshop\, you will work through some of the greatest challenges facing our wildland urban interface communities. The course will help you break down ineffective practices to make space for the more effective ones with a focus on the on-the-ground mitigation activities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAPPLY FOR TRAINING HERE. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in the course is limited to individuals actively engaged in mitigation. Selection to participate in the training will be based on your answers provided and on submission date. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou may view and download the 2021 class syllabus\nHERE.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/mitigation-best-practices-training/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T163000
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210827T212326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T212326Z
UID:4529-1631175300-1631205000@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Alabama Prescribed Fire Council Meeting 2021
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/alabama-prescribed-fire-council-meeting-2021/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210910
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210629T190744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T190744Z
UID:3946-1631059200-1631231999@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:International Wildfire Prevention Workshop
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION\nRegistration for the 2021 International Wildfire Prevention Workshop is free! But in order for you to be mailed your registration materials\, you’ll need to register before August 13\, 2021. \n  \nAGENDA\nClick here for the DRAFT agenda! \n  \nYOUR WORKSHOP HOSTS\nYour hosts are the National Association of State Foresters; the Mid-Atlantic\, Northeast\, and Great Lakes Compact Prevention Committees; and USDA Forest Service Region 9. This year’s International Wildfire Prevention Workshop is being held virtually in tandem with the 2021 NASF Annual Meeting in Pittsburgh.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/international-wildfire-prevention-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Field Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210903
DTSTAMP:20260609T143234
CREATED:20210820T125403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210820T125403Z
UID:4496-1630454400-1630627199@southernfireexchange.org
SUMMARY:Fire Database Community Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we highlight cutting-edge fire research\, engage interdisciplinary collaborations\, and discuss the need for and benefits of creating a fire database network.\n​\nThe Fire Database Community Workshop is funded by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory Biological and Environmental Systems Directorate and supported by the Consortium of Appalachian Fire Managers & Scientists. \nRegister here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/fire-database-community-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Field Tours
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