You can help Washington’s forests become healthier and less susceptible to fires.
Proper management of forests can reduce wildfire risk, improve forest health and enhance wildlife habitat. Washington State Department of Natural Resources is hosting a free workshop in Lyle February 7 to help owners of eastern Washington forestland learn land management techniques before the 2015 wildfire season begins.
A cadre of foresters, entomologists (insect specialists), and wildlife biologists will be on hand. Fellow landowners will talk about management activities they have undertaken on their land to reduce fuel loads and make their forests more resistant to insects, diseases and wildfire.
Workshop Details
Date: Saturday, February 7, 2015
Time: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Location: High Prairie Community and Fire Hall
701 Struck Road, Lyle, WA 98635
Note: A FREE workshop and lunch is provided.
This year, DNR continues to focus on forest health and wildfire prevention. During the 2015 Legislative Session, we’re seeking $20 million in additional funds to restore forest health and to prevent wildfires.
To register for the workshop, contact:
- Dan Lennon in Goldendale at 509-773-5588 or lennon@dnr.wa.gov
- Jeanne Christensen in Ellensburg at 509-925-8510 or christensen@dnr.wa.gov
For more on how you can help reduce fire hazards and improve Washington’s forests through DNR’s forest health, fuel reduction and Firewise programs, contact our Northeast or Southeast region offices.
DNR foresters are available to meet with interested landowners, assess the health of their forests, and recommend forest management options. Even if we don’t have resources at that moment, we are always working to provide landowners with the resources they need to make their forests healthier.
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