Missed the Fireforest screening? Watch now
WASHINGTON, D.C.—In late December, employees had the opportunity to attend a screening of “Fireforest,” a film by Evan Barrientos, that showcases the impact of work the Forest Service does with partners to reduce wildfire risk.The 2020 Cameron Peak wildfire, the largest in Colorado’s history, was slowed due to Forest Service and partner cooperative efforts. Early efforts, like prescribed burns on…
#Education, #Video, #Fire, #FirePrevention, #WildfirePrevention
Forest Service enhances wildfire management in North Macedonia
Anela Stavrevska-Panajotova (far right), head of Nature Conservation, and members of her team participate in field exercises. (U.S. Agency for International Development photo by Lee Weber)
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The USDA Forest Service International Programs Office recently concluded a 12-day…
#FirePrevention, #Training
Smokey Bear Award winners announced
Linda Austin found ways to turn ordinary actions into crucial teaching moments. (Graphic courtesy National Association of State Foresters)
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The partners behind the wildfire prevention legend Smokey Bear and his public service advertisement campaign—the longest running in United States…
#SmokeyBear, #FirePrevention
Inaugural Wildfire Preparedness Challenge draws employees across the nation
An employee removed fuels from their property as part of the Employee Wildfire Preparedness Challenge. (USDA Forest Service photo by Paul Merten)
Washington, D.C.—The inaugural Forest Service Employees Wildfire Preparedness Challenge concluded May 4. The event drew employees from around the nation. During…
#FirePrevention, #WildfirePrevention
Interagency approach proves successful for Kentucky wildfire prevention
Daniel Boone National Forest law enforcement officers John Woychowski, Kyle McCammon and Greg Terry on break during qualifications at the firing range. (USDA Forest Service photo by Robin Acciardo)
KENTUCKY—After decades of challenging fire seasons, the Daniel Boone National Forest in eastern…
#FirePrevention, #LawEnforcement, #Education, #Training, #Partnerships
Community Wildfire Defense Grant Program
Community Wildfire Defense Grants (CWDG) help communities and Tribes plan for and reduce wildfire risk and implement the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy.Launched in 2022, the $1 billion five-year competitive grant program funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act…