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SUMMARY:Forest Inventory and Analysis Science Symposium
DESCRIPTION:November 19-21\, 2024\nVirtual Event \nHeld every two to three years\, the FIA Science Symposium (previously referred to as the Science Stakeholder Meeting) offers a unique opportunity for collaboration\, scientific and technical exchange\, drawing together a world-class group of partners\, practitioners\, and scientists with regional\, national\, and international inventory and monitoring missions. Hosting privileges rotate through the FIA regions. The 2024 Science Symposium is coordinated by the USDA Forest Service\, Pacific Northwest Research Station\, FIA Program\, the National Council for Air and Stream Improvement (NCASI)\, and the Society of American Foresters (SAF). \nThe symposium theme is ‘Toward Tomorrow’s Forests Together.’ The following daily subthemes will highlight key foci of the symposium: \n\nCollaborative Inventory – Fostering Partnerships for Comprehensive Data – Encourages collaboration between the FIA program and other institutions\, leveraging partnerships to create more comprehensive and diverse datasets\nMultidimensional Forest Stewardship – Focuses on the multifaceted nature of forests (many ecosystem services) and the use of FIA data to guide stewardship that acknowledges and supports this complexity\, promoting a multidimensional approach to forest resource management.\nBig Data Solutions for Inventory Challenges – Emphasizes the role of big data analytics and informatics in addressing inventory challenges\, suggesting a focus on the computational tools required to process\, analyze\, and/or disseminate large datasets.\n\nMore information and registration.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/forest-inventory-and-analysis-science-symposium/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Conferences|Conventions|Symposiums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T134500
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Underplanting Longleaf Pine: The ecology behind this regeneration technique & lessons learned from a case study in Georgia
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by The Longleaf Alliance \nSpeakers: Nathan Klaus\, Georgia DNR and Dr. Joan Walker\, USDA Forest Service Southern Research Station (Retired) \nRegistration Link \nUnderplanting is the practice of introducing a new generation of trees under an existing overstory. This could be done to convert the stand to a different species\, sometimes called “conversion with retention.” It can also be done with seedlings of the same species as the overstory if a multi-aged stand is desired\, but natural regeneration is insufficient to achieve this structure. Some questions to be addressed: Why plant longleaf pine seedlings under an existing pine canopy? Is it possible to establish a longleaf pine stand without clearcutting? What preparation is needed for converting loblolly pine stands to longleaf pine dominance? How does one manage an underplanted stand to reduce damage and encourage growth? \n\n\nThis webinar has been postponed from the original date of September 26\, 2024 to November 14\, 2024. \nMany landowners are interested in restoring native longleaf pine forests for the diverse values they provide\, for wildlife habitat and recreational opportunities\, and valuable forest products and services. \nWhen landowners want to establish longleaf pine\, traditional approaches would indicate clearcutting followed by planting nursery-grown seedlings. The practice of underplanting would avoid a clearcut-and-replant sequence\, and instead favor thinning the overstory to a target basal area\, and planting longleaf under that remaining canopy. Similar goals might be met with planting in natural or created openings or gaps. \nThis approach keeps the look of a forest\, rather than the poor aesthetics of a clearcut\, an important consideration for some. \nRetaining the overstory structure is not just for looks; it provides habitat for a diversity of wildlife that may use every part of the stand from the groundcover layer to the developing sapling class of trees to the upper reaches of the canopy. \nEven if conversion to longleaf pine is desired\, an existing canopy could be providing current value that the landowner does not want to forfeit. For example\, if the loblolly stand is young\, premature harvest would reduce the landowner’s return on investment needed to establish it. \nRetaining the overstory trees also secures a fuel source in the form of pine needle litter\, allowing for prescribed burning to continue. Maintaining fine fuels to carry fire can be difficult in other replanting scenarios if the groundcover is depleted following comprehensive herbicide applications or ground disturbing site preparations. \nPart I of the program will introduce the dynamics of various canopy cover scenarios for longleaf pine regeneration\, from Joan Walker\, US Forest Service Southern Research Station (Retired). \nPart II will take viewers through an underplanting project and examine the benefits and possible limitations of this technique\, as well as provide real-world guidance for managing stand activities\, with Nathan Klaus\, Georgia Department of Natural Resources. \nQuestions will be taken by both presenters following the presentation.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-underplanting-longleaf-pine-the-ecology-behind-this-regeneration-technique-lessons-learned-from-a-case-study-in-georgia/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20241009T213024Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Central Florida Prescribed Fire Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Central Florida Prescribed Fire Council Annual Meeting will be hosted in Kissimmee\, FL at the Osceola Heritage Park (in the Extension Services building) on Friday\, November 8th. There will be presentations by fire experts\, a panel discussion\, equipment demonstrations\, sponsor booths\, and raffle prizes. Lunch will be provided.\n  \nClick Here to Register!\n  \n \n  \nThis meeting has been approved for Florida Certified Burn Manager credit as well as\nSociety of American Foresters (SAF) Continuing Forestry Education (CFE) credit.\n 
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/2024-central-florida-prescribed-fire-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Osceola Heritage Park\, 1875 Silver Spur Lane\, Kissimmee\, FL\, 34744\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T153000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20241023T184146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T184831Z
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SUMMARY:South Florida Interagency Fire Management Council 2024 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The South Florida Interagency Fire Management Council will meet at the C. Scott Driver Civic Center in Okeechobee\, Florida on Tuesday\, October 29th from 9:00 – 3:30 PM ET. \nRegistration link. \nMeeting address:  C. Scott Driver Civic Center\, 10101 Hwy 78 West Okeechobee\, FL 34974
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/south-florida-interagency-fire-management-council-2024-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240903T152558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T152558Z
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SUMMARY:Wildland Fire Canada Conference and Canadian Smoke Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Wildland Fire Canada Conference (WFCC) brings together wildland fire management agencies\, Indigenous knowledge holders and experts\, scientists\, partners\, and collaborators from across Canada and around the world. This biennial conference focuses on wildland fire management\, science\, and knowledge-sharing in Canada. \nThe theme of the 2024 WFCC is Transforming Wildland Fire Management\, which means taking a collective and inclusive approach to wildland fire management where all Canadians and all levels of government engage and work together to live with wildland fire through prevention\, mitigation\, preparedness\, response\, and recovery. \nThis event is a hybrid conference (in person + virtual) to enhance accessibility and encourage diversity of participants. (Description from the organizers) \nMore information
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/wildland-fire-canada-conference-and-canadian-smoke-forum/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240903T161752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T161752Z
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SUMMARY:Southeastern Partners for Plant Conservation Conference
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nHosted by the Atlanta Botanical Garden\, the Southeastern Partners in Plant Conservation will bring together government agencies\, land managers\, botanical gardens\, university programs\, experts\, professionals\, and other interested parties to build capacity and promote novel partnerships for plant conservation in the Southeast. Working with a wide range of stakeholders that represent diverse interests and perspectives\, this effort seeks to stimulate collective successes in local\, state\, and regional plant conservation. \nConference website: https://atlantabg.org/conservation-research/outreach-education-and-training/southeastern-partners-in-plant-conservation/
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/southeastern-partners-for-plant-conservation-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241012
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
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SUMMARY:15th Biennial Longleaf Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Biennial Longleaf Conference\, sponsored by The Longleaf Alliance\, is a regional conference that is focused on the restoration and conservation of the longleaf ecosystem that once dominated the landscape within the southeastern United States. The conference provides the opportunity for people from all over the southeast to get together\, share\, learn\, and celebrate longleaf. It also serves as a rallying spot for several other organizations and government agencies seeking to stage additional events in order to better collaborate on the conference topics. \nThis conference is open to individuals\, private landowners\, land managers\, wildlife biologists\, conservation groups\, consultants\, university researchers\, forestry professionals\, agency and outreach personnel who share an interest in restoration of the longleaf pine ecosystem. On average\, attendance ranges from 250-400 depending on conference location. The conference also draws from 25-35 exhibitors and vendors. \nMore information.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/15th-biennial-longleaf-conference/
LOCATION:Miramar Beach\, Florida\, Miramar Beach\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Conventions,Symposiums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240123T162129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T154527Z
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SUMMARY:International Oak Symposium
DESCRIPTION:International Oak Symposium\nOctober 7-10\, 2024 – Knoxville\, Tennessee\, USA\n\nThe University of Tennessee’s School of Natural Resources is proud to host an International Oak Symposium in 2024 to provide a platform to exchange information and build collaborations around the best available science and technology on oak ecology and management for a global audience. The meeting will provide innovative and progressive formats to deliver and exchange information and foster collaborations between researchers and practitioners. Field trip(s) will be offered that showcase multi-disciplinary research of the USDA Forest Service and other partners.\n\nLink: https://naturalresources.tennessee.edu/oak-symposium/
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/international-oak-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T140000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240816T155004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162100Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Meeting: Learning from Tribal Nations and Indigenous Practices
DESCRIPTION:Join the South Central Climate Adaptation Science Center\, the Southeast Climate Adaptation Science Center\, and the U.S. Forest Service for our upcoming virtual workshop “Partnering with Fire: Learning from Tribal Nations and Indigenous Practices.” \nThis virtual webinar is open to natural and cultural resource managers\, especially from Tribal Nations in the southern United States\, and others who want to learn more about the how Tribes work with fire to adapt to a changing climate. Registration is required. \nTopics and speakers include: \n\nMark Morales\, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and Steven Parrish\, USDA Forest Service: Choctaw Nation agreements with USDA Forest Service.\nGesse Bullock\, Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas: Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas fire crew and partnerships.\nMary Huffman\, The Nature Conservancy: Indigenous Peoples Burning Network IPBN.\n\nRegistration link
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-meeting-learning-from-tribal-nations-and-indigenous-practices/
CATEGORIES:Webinars|Workshops & Field Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T110000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240829T160028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T160028Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Fire Weather Portal for the Southeast
DESCRIPTION:The Southeast Climate monthly webinar series is held on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am ET. This series is hosted by the Southeast Regional Climate Center (SERCC)\, the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS)\, and the NOAA National Weather Service. These webinars 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. \nThe September 24th meeting will feature a presentation on the “Fire Weather Portal for the Southeast” by Corey Davis with the North Carolina State Climate Office. \nRegister for the webinar.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-fire-weather-portal-for-the-southeast/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240921
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240322T183241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T183241Z
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SUMMARY:Society of American Foresters National Convention
DESCRIPTION:SAF National Convention \nLOVELAND\, CO • SEPTEMBER 17-20\, 2024\nConference Theme: “The Resources We Manage”\nThe theme “The Resources We Manage” references all the considerations that forestry and natural resources professionals need to reflect on when planning and implementing decisions on the ground.  Resources mean many things to land managers — the values on the landscape\, the services needed like air\, water\, food and fiber\, the budget we work within\, the tools we use\, and the people we work with.  As the field of forestry evolves\, forestry professionals are expanding their management skillsets to include expertise in new technologies\, emerging forest product markets\, community outreach\, and other areas. Join us in Loveland\, Colorado\, September 17-20\, 2024\, to learn from your peers\, grow your network within and beyond the sector\, and develop as a forestry professional. \nLocation: SAF Convention events will be held at the Embassy Suites Loveland Hotel & Conference Center and The Ranch Events Complex.\n \nMore information. \n 
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/society-of-american-foresters-national-convention/
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Conventions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240122T170738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T170738Z
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SUMMARY:7th National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The International Association of Wildland Fire in partnership with the Wildland Fire Leadership Council (WFLC) and its three regional strategy committees\, invite you to save the date for the  7th Annual National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy Workshop\, September 16-19\, 29024 in Atlantic City\, New Jersey.  \nWFLC has affirmed that the Cohesive Strategy remains the solid framework by which all stakeholders can address barriers and identify solutions and actions for today’s complex wildland fire issues. The Cohesive Strategy Addendum Update was released earlier this year and provides a strategic look at the critical emphasis areas and key implementation challenges which were not addressed or have surfaced in the ten years since the development of the original 2014 Cohesive Strategy framework. \nThis event will take advantage of the unique opportunity to utilize the collective voice and brain trust of Workshop attendees to identify solutions and actions for barriers you’re experiencing\, as well as for the Critical Emphasis Areas and Challenges outlined in the Cohesive Strategy Addendum that are keeping us from implementing the Cohesive Strategy at scale. The WFLC and its Western\, Northeastern and Southeastern Regions will be pursuing these actions following the Workshop to help overcome barriers and provide further support for implementation of the Cohesive Strategy.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/7th-national-cohesive-wildland-fire-management-strategy-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240903T160020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T160020Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Post-Fire Emergency Assessment Processes (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:  \nHost: Coalitions and Collaboratives Inc.\, USDA Forest Service and others. \nDescription: Flooding and debris flows can be one of the most damaging and deadly processes of the post-fire landscape. Burned area emergency rapid assessments determine the level of threat posed by post-fire conditions to critical values within and downstream of the burned area and develop appropriate actions to manage unacceptable risk. The BAER assessment team evaluates the effects of the fire on the landscape and estimates the potential risk to life and safety\, as well as risk of damage or loss to critical transportation infrastructure. Satellite-derived data\, field observations\, and predictive modeling help to inform post-fire hazard-mitigation efforts. Field verification of remotely sensed data and professional evaluation of conditions on the ground are critical for post-fire management. The second webinar is intended to be a more interactive session to discuss ways in which the process can be used or adapted to meet a wide range of needs outside of federal government. \nSeries Website: https://aftertheflames.com/post-fire-emergency-assessment-processes/ \nRegistration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_thwa4DkLR3munrDe_Oe97g#/registration
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-post-fire-emergency-assessment-processes-part-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240903T155744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T155744Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Post-Fire Emergency Assessment Processes (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:Host: Coalitions and Collaboratives Inc.\, USDA Forest Service and others. \nDescription: Flooding and debris flows can be one of the most damaging and deadly processes of the post-fire landscape. Burned area emergency rapid assessments determine the level of threat posed by post-fire conditions to critical values within and downstream of the burned area and develop appropriate actions to manage unacceptable risk. The BAER assessment team evaluates the effects of the fire on the landscape and estimates the potential risk to life and safety\, as well as risk of damage or loss to critical transportation infrastructure. Satellite-derived data\, field observations\, and predictive modeling help to inform post-fire hazard-mitigation efforts. Field verification of remotely sensed data and professional evaluation of conditions on the ground are critical for post-fire management. In the first of two webinars\, we will discuss the post-fire assessment process used for the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) program and how it has been adapted to help rapidly determine post-fire emergency situations using case studies from the United States\, Greece\, Portugal\, and Canada. The second webinar is intended to be a more interactive session to discuss ways in which the process can be used or adapted to meet a wide range of needs outside of federal government. \nSeries Website: https://aftertheflames.com/post-fire-emergency-assessment-processes/ \nRegistration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NphXMFI4T5KKJASUeFe3DA#/registration
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-post-fire-emergency-assessment-processes-part-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T140000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240826T214457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T214457Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Managing Longleaf for our Future - A new Longleaf Pine Climate Smart Guide
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: The Nature Conservancy\, The Longleaf Alliance\, and Clemson University \nDescription: In this webinar for landowners and forestry practitioners\, experts from multiple agencies in the southeast will provide context as to why longleaf pine is a climate-smart species\, and what management practices make a climate-smart forest. Presenters will provide an overview of the guide and give information on the technical resources and financial assistance available to help any landowners begin or enhance their longleaf pine forest. \nRegistration Link \nWebinar Flier (pdf)
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-managing-longleaf-for-our-future-a-new-longleaf-pine-climate-smart-guide/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240806T200028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T202615Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: What Determines Water-Quality Response after Wildfire?
DESCRIPTION:USGS Webinar: Fire and Water: What determines water-quality response after wildfire?\nHost: US Geological Survey \nDate: Tuesday\, September 10th at 4-5 pm ET \nSpeaker:  Sheila Murphy\, Research Hydrologist\, USGS Water Resources Mission Area \nSummary: Wildfires can increase the risk of flooding\, erosion\, and degraded water quality\, which can damage infrastructure\, increase treatment costs for drinking water providers\, and impair stream ecosystems. However\, the reported nature and extent of water-quality effects after wildfire have varied widely\, from massive increases in the amount of sediment\, nutrients\, and metals delivered to downstream waters to no noticeable change. Given the wide range of potential post-wildfire effects on water supplies\, water providers and land managers need accurate guidance on what to expect in their watersheds to enable plans for minimizing impacts on water supplies. This presentation will describe selected USGS work linking post-wildfire water-quality response to climate\, land cover\, geology\, catchment hydrology\, and other factors. Given the predicted ongoing risk of wildfire to water supplies\, it is imperative to develop capacity to predict\, monitor\, and mitigate wildfire effects on our water resources. \nJoin the webinar here (Microsoft Teams). \nThe USGS Fueling Discovery with USGS Wildland Fire Sciences series is open to the public! Please feel free to forward to those who may be interested.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-what-determines-water-quality-response-after-wildfire/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240405T134253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162430Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Crisis Communication - What do we say when things go wrong?
DESCRIPTION:Crisis Communication: What Do We Say When Things Go Wrong? \nThursday\, June 26 1-2:30 PM ET \nHosted by The FLN and Fire Networks\nCommunication professionals and fire practitioners with significant media experience will discuss challenges and success in communicating about fire through media outlets. Panelists will share their experiences and provide suggestions for those looking to begin or improve communication through various forms of media.  \nFollowing a moderated panel discussion\, there will be time for audience Q/A. \nPanelists:  \n\n\nBrigette Coleman-Williams\, TNC Arkansas Director of Marketing and Communications\n\n\nJenifer Bunty\, National Forests in North Carolina Public Affairs Specialist  \n\n\nKatie Sauerbrey\, The Nature Conservancy in Oregon Fire Program Director\n\n\nParker Titus\, The Nature Conservancy in Colorado Fire Program Manager \n\n\nQuestions? Laurel.kays@tnc.org  \nRegister here: https://tnc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6kKUNcsOSaSc3YGMKsh6ig#/registration \nSeries Description: \nThe FLN and broader Fire Networks are excited to announce our upcoming Talking Fire Webinar Series. This 3-part series will feature panel discussions with communication experts and fire practitioners addressing various aspects of working with media outlets to communicate about our fire work. You can view information about the full series here: https://firenetworks.org/series/talking-fire-webinar-series/ Registration is required for each webinar. \n 
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-crisis-communication-what-do-we-say-when-things-go-wrong/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240628
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240322T173232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T173232Z
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SUMMARY:14th North American Forest Ecology Workshop
DESCRIPTION:“Integrating goals: balancing dynamic forest management objectives” \nThe 14th North American Forest Ecology Workshop (NAFEW) will take place  June 24 – 27\, 2024  in  Asheville\, NC \nThe format of the meeting will be different from past years\, as we will kick off the meeting with all day field trips on Monday followed by a plenary talk in the evening. Sessions will be offered all day Tuesday\, half day Wednesday\, and all day Thursday. Local field trips will be offered Wednesday afternoon and workshops will occur throughout the week. A banquet is planned for Tuesday evening. \nMore information and registration.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/14th-north-american-forest-ecology-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Workshops & Field Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240626
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20230923T033312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T033312Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Association of Consulting Foresters National Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 ACF National Conference will be held June 22-25 in Ponte Vedra Beach\, Florida. The Florida Chapter looks forward to welcoming you to Florida’s Historic Coast\, which combines Old World charm with a rich cultural and culinary scene. Located on the scenic A1A\, you’ll find a blend of laid-back luxury and natural beauty in the local forests and white quartz sand beaches.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/2024-association-of-consulting-foresters-national-conference/
LOCATION:Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa\, 1000 Tournament Players Club Blvd.\, Ponte Vedra Beach\, Florida\, 32082
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240405T133937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162721Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Talking Fire - Working with the Media
DESCRIPTION:Working with the Media: How to Know Your Messages and Communicate Them \nThursday\, May 30 1-2:30 PM ET \nHosted by The FLN and Fire Networks\nCommunication professionals and fire practitioners with significant media experience will discuss challenges and success in communicating about fire through media outlets. Panelists will share their experiences and provide suggestions for those looking to begin or improve communication through various forms of media.  \nFollowing a moderated panel discussion\, there will be time for audience Q/A. \nPanelists:  \n\nLorena Williams  is a Public Affairs Specialist and Public Information Officer for the San Juan National Forest in Colorado.   \n\n\nBob Crimian is a program manager for COMPASS\, a science communication organization that champions\, connects\, and supports diverse scientist leaders to improve the well-being of people and nature. \n\n\nEytan Krasilovsky is the deputy director for the Forest Stewards Guild based out of the Southwest office   \n\nQuestions? Laurel.kays@tnc.org  \nRegister here: https://tnc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BVt24vgLTwW3BWL_mV3qIg   \nSeries Description: \nThe FLN and broader Fire Networks are excited to announce our upcoming Talking Fire Webinar Series. This 3-part series will feature panel discussions with communication experts and fire practitioners addressing various aspects of working with media outlets to communicate about our fire work. You can view information about the full series here: https://firenetworks.org/series/talking-fire-webinar-series/ Registration is required for each webinar. \n 
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-talking-fire-working-with-the-media/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20231115T163610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T163610Z
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SUMMARY:18th International Congress of Combustion By-Products and their Health Effects
DESCRIPTION:The International Congress on Combustion By-Products and Their Health Effects (also known as “The PIC Congress”) provides a unique platform for discussion between chemists\, engineers\, toxicologists\, and biomedical researchers regarding the most pressing issues related to combustion pollutants and their associated health impacts. Combustion-derived pollutants are recognized as one of the primary causes of environmental degradation and human health effects. The first PIC Congress was organized in 1990 at the National Institute of Health facility in Bethesda\, MD\, USA. The Congress is now a biennial event held in international locations such as Germany\, Sweden\, China\, and South Korea.  In 2022 it was held in the United Kingdom and in 2024 we are excited to host the 18th International Congress in the United States. \nThis year the Congress will begin with Registration and a Welcome Reception on the evening of Sunday\, May 19th\, 2024. The scientific program will be held over 2.5 days\, and include plenary speakers\, oral presentations\, and poster presentations. \nThe theme of the 18th Congress is “Fire emissions & Community Impacts at the Wildland Urban Interface and Disaster Sites”. These thematic sessions will include the following: \n1. Wildland fires– fate & transport of combustion byproducts; firefighter health risks \n2. Community based research at the Wildland Urban Interface \n3. Air quality monitoring following the East Palestine\, OH Train Derailment Research \n4. Community based research in East Palestine\, OH \n5. New and emerging combustion pollutants
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/18th-international-congress-of-combustion-by-products-and-their-health-effects/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T140000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240405T150937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162723Z
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SUMMARY:SFE Webinar: Hot Spots and Hot Moments in Prescribed Fire Across the SE US
DESCRIPTION:A free one-hour webinar from Tall Timbers Research Station\, the Southern Fire Exchange\, and the University of Florida IFAS. \nSociety of American Foresters CFE Credit Expected. \nPresenter: Karen Cummins\, Geospatial Database Administrator\, Tall Timbers Research Station and Land Conservancy \nWebinar Description: Prescribed fire is an important land conservation tool to meet ecological\, cultural\, and public safety objectives across terrestrial ecosystems. While estimates of prescribed burning in the U.S. exceed 11 million acres annually\, tracking the extent of prescribed fire is problematic for several reasons and prevents an understanding of spatial and temporal trends in landscape patterns of prescribed fires. The overall purpose of the Southeastern US Prescribed Fire Permit Database is to temporally map and analyze the frequency of prescribed burns throughout the southeast. The database revealed that burning is highly concentrated within the southeast region\, presumably reflecting local land ownership categories and associated land management objectives. These analyses provide the first region-wide summary of fine-scale patterns of prescribed fire in the United States. Following the presentation there will be time for audience Q/A with the speaker. \nWebinar Recording: If you can’t make the webinar\, look for the recording to be posted on the Southern Fire Exchange YouTube Webinar Archive. \nQuestions? Contactus@southernfireexchange.org \n\n\nRegistration information here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/sfe-webinar-hot-spots-and-hot-moments-in-prescribed-fire-across-the-se-us/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240504
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240322T135934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T135934Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Course: Fire & Longleaf 301 - Advancing Fire Management Goals in Longleaf Ecosystems
DESCRIPTION:Fire & Longleaf 301: Advancing Fire Management Goals in Longleaf Ecosystems\n\n\n\nDate: May 1\, 2024 – May 3\, 2024 \nTime: 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM \nTime Zone: America/New_York \nLocation: Tall Timbers Research Station\, 13093 Henry Beadel Dr\nTallahassee\, FL 32312 \nCost: $75.00 – $125.00 \nContact: Karen Zilliox Brown \n\nMore information and registration.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-course-fire-longleaf-301-advancing-fire-management-goals-in-longleaf-ecosystems/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240322T180609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162724Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Towards Advancing the Prediction of Wildland Fuels Combustion through Detailed Kinetics
DESCRIPTION:5:00 PM ET April 30\, 2024 \nHosted by the California Fire Science Exchange \nAbstract: Wildfires are becoming an increasing issue\, raising concern about direct infrastructure and property damage as well as indirect effects related to their emissions. In this context\, a fundamental understanding of the burning processes of wildland fuels is crucial for the modeling and prediction of both fire behavior as well as related emissions. Current fuel consumption parameterizations used in wildfire models usually oversimplify fuel consumption processes\, such as flaming and smoldering combustion regimes\, and fuel properties\, like fuel elements’ size and moisture content. In this seminar\, a physics-based modeling framework developed to describe biomass combustion and emissions will be presented. Biomass is represented through its fundamental constituents\, such as lignin\, cellulose\, hemicellulose\, water\, and extractives. A detailed reaction kinetic model is coupled with a multi-region single-particle model and is adopted to investigate the process of biomass degradation\, including char oxidation. The validation of the modeling framework with experimental data from literature is performed at various scales\, including thermogravimetric experiments and particle-scale experiments of pyrolysis and combustion. Additionally\, preliminary results of its applicability for the construction of detailed parameterizations for large-scale wildfire applications\, such as WRF-SFIRE coupled atmosphere-fire model\, will be discussed. \nPresenter: Chiara Saggese received her PhD in Industrial Chemistry and Chemical Engineering from Politecnico of Milan in 2015. After working as a postdoctoral fellow on experiments and kinetic modeling of real fuel combustion chemistry and emissions at Stanford University\, she joined the Reaction Dynamics Group in Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in 2019. Her research activity spans from the development of kinetic models of conventional and sustainable fuels to the kinetic modeling of pollutants formation in combustion processes. Within the current transition to a decarbonized transportation system\, she is focusing on modeling soot formation from sustainable aviation fuels. Lately\, her research focus has expanded to the investigation of wildland fuels combustion and emissions to inform sub-models present in large-scale wildfire applications. \nRegister here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-towards-advancing-the-prediction-of-wildland-fuels-combustion-through-detailed-kinetics/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240408T143348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162724Z
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SUMMARY:Partner webinar: Sifting through selective science and misinformation for collaborative forest management
DESCRIPTION:Sifting through selective science and misinformation for collaborative forest management \nApr 24\, 2024\, 03:00 PM \nHosted by: Rocky Mountain Research Station and Southwest Ecological Restoration Institutes \nDescription: Join us for an upcoming land manager and public land partner-focused panel webinar dedicated to examining selective science use\, some of the impacts to land management\, and methods for reducing misinformation in collaborative forest management. Our panel will provide short talks on their perspectives\, and address questions and issues provided by attendees. Discussion and Q&A during this session will facilitate information exchange between all attendees. \nRegistration and more information.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-sifting-through-selective-science-and-misinformation-for-collaborative-forest-management/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T143000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240405T133420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162725Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Talking Fire - Learning from the Media
DESCRIPTION:Learning from the Media: A Conversation with Journalists \nWednesday\, April 24 1-2:30 PM ET\nHosted by the FLN and Fire Networks\n\nPanelists:\n\nApril Ehrlich\, Oregon Public Broadcasting\nM.R. O’Connor\, Ignition author and freelance journalist\nRoberto Rosales\, photojournalist & photography professor\, University of New Mexico\n\nThe FLN and broader Fire Networks are excited to announce our upcoming Talking Fire Webinar Series. This 3-part series will feature panel discussions with communication experts and fire practitioners addressing various aspects of working with media outlets to communicate about our fire work. You can view information about the full series here: https://firenetworks.org/series/talking-fire-webinar-series/ Registration is required for each webinar. \nRegister for the webinar here. \n 
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-talking-fire-learning-from-the-media/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240418
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240322T134416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T134416Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Florida SAF / UF SFFGS Spring Symposium: “From the Ground Up”
DESCRIPTION:2024 FL SAF / UF SFFGS Spring Symposium: “From the Ground Up” \nApril 16-17\, 2024 \nUF Stern Learning Center at Austin Cary Forest Campus \nIf you’ve already registered\, thanks and we look forward to seeing you at the Symposium. If not\, there’s still time to reserve your spot. Join us for the 2024 Spring Symposium to explore reforestation and restoration techniques for various land management objectives. From the ground up\, we’ll dig into site preparation\, prescribed fire\, species and genetics\, and bring it all together in case studies featuring new technologies and various land management objectives. This event is a fun and educational tradition\, and a great place to network with fellow forestry and natural resource professionals. \nThe Spring Symposium is sponsored by the University of Florida / IFAS School of Forest\, Fisheries\, and Geomatics Sciences and the Florida Division Society of American Foresters. The meeting will also include an update from Florida Forest Service Director\, Rick Dolan; FL Division SAF Awards\, our social and dinner on April 16\, and FL Division SAF Business Meeting on the morning of April 17. \nThe 2024 Spring Symposium is approved for a total of 7.5 Cat. 1 SAF CFEs. Registration is on Eventbrite. For those needing overnight accommodations\, a block of rooms is being set up at the Best Western hotel in Waldo as well as the Best Western Gateway Grand hotel in Gainesville. Details are posted in the event packet and registration site. \nRegister online at: https://2024-flsaf-sffgs-spring-symposium.eventbrite.com    \nThe 2024 Spring Symposium event packet with full agenda\, directions\, hotel blocks\, and other details is linked here. \nCalling all sponsors: if your company or organization is interested in sponsoring the 2024 Spring Symposium\, please contact the Symposium Sponsor/exhibitor Chair\, Kari Hurst\, KariH@nrpsforesters.com \nQuestions about the 2024 Spring Symposium can be addressed to the event Co-Chairs: \nChris Demers\, UF/IFAS SFFGS\, cdemers@ufl.edu\, (352) 846-2375 \nMarshall Hilton\, Florida Division SAF Chair\,  mhilton@thinkf4.com
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/2024-florida-saf-uf-sffgs-spring-symposium-from-the-ground-up/
LOCATION:Austin Cary Forest\, 10625 NE Waldo Rd\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Meetings,Symposiums,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20230726T185222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T185222Z
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SUMMARY:7th International Fire Behavior and Fuel Conference
DESCRIPTION:7th International Fire Behavior and Fuel Conference \nApril 15-19th\, 2024 \nBoise\, Idaho\nCanberra\, Australia\nTralee\, Ireland \nConference website
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/7th-international-fire-behavior-and-fuel-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240321T184842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162726Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: Responding to Climate Change through Silviculture in the East
DESCRIPTION:SCIENCEx ADAPTIVE SILVICULTURE FOR CLIMATE CHANGE \nWednesday\, April 10\, 2024 \n2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSCIENCEx Adaptive Silviculture for Climate Change will address a variety of climate adaptive silviculture concepts\, using examples from across the Adaptive Silviculture for Climate Change Network. Presentations will cover an overview of the network\, responding to climate change through silviculture\, forest assisted migration\, and expanding the application of adaptive silviculture. Webinar attendees will learn from a range of research scientists\, managers\, and other network collaborators. \nThe Forest Service Research and Development SCIENCEx webinar series unites scientists and land managers from across the Forest Service and beyond. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebinar Description: \n\nClimate impacts in eastern U.S. forests |​ Mike Gavazzi\nImpacts of hurricane-driven disturbances at the Jones Center at Ichauway Adapted Silviculture for Climate Change site | Joshua Puhlick\nResponding to climate-driven hydrologic change in an urban silviculture experiment | Marcella Windmuller-Campione\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-responding-to-climate-change-through-silviculture-in-the-east/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131312
CREATED:20240322T175633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T162728Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Webinar: California’s Prescribed Fire (R)evolution: Changing Hearts\, Minds\, and Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:5:00 PM ET\, April 2\, 2024 \nHosted by the California Fires Science Consortium \nDescription: Prescribed fire has undergone major transformation in California over the last decade or two\, evolving from a mostly agency-led practice with limited visibility to a statewide grassroots movement\, engaging and being led by a diversity of partners\, including NGOs\, ranchers\, Indigenous practitioners\, and other community leaders. This movement has been simultaneously organic\, bubbling up at the local level\, and impressively strategic\, pairing local community organizing with state-level liability changes\, new qualifications pathways for practitioners\, and major investments in cutting-edge concepts\, like the state’s $20 million Prescribed Fire Claims Fund. The change during this period has been monumental\, representing an evolution in the way we think about and implement prescribed fire in California\, but it also represents a revolution—the result of a groundswell of passion\, purpose\, and pressure from the most affected communities. This presentation will share insights on California’s prescribed fire evolution/revolution\, and reflect on where it might go from here. \nPresenter: Lenya Quinn-Davidson is the Fire Network Director for the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources. Lenya’s focus is on the human connection with fire\, and increasing resiliency of California’s landscapes and communities. Lenya works at various scales\, including locally with private landowners and communities members; at the state level\, where she leads UCANR’s Fire Network and collaborates on policy\, research\, and community-based burning; and nationally/internationally\, through her leadership on Women-in-Fire Training Exchanges (WTREX). Lenya is passionate about using fire to inspire and empower people\, from ranchers and scientists to agency leaders and young women\, and everyone in between. \nRegister Here
URL:https://southernfireexchange.org/calendar/partner-webinar-californias-prescribed-fire-revolution-changing-hearts-minds-and-landscapes/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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