Prescribed Fire Workshop for Landowners

Landowners interested in using prescribed fire as a management tool for prairies and woodlands should attend this class. Participants can expect to be learning in an indoor classroom setting, as well as a few outdoor sessions. There will NOT be a prescribed burn. Thursday, February 18th, 2027 8:00am – 4:30pm $40 Registration fees cover the cost of food and materials packet. Register Now – https://www.tri-rivers.org/fire-workshop-fee (*Note – this link will take you to the Tri-Rivers.org website for payment and registration) Topics to be covered: Benefits of fire on prairies and forests Setting goals and objectives for a burn Creating and using burn plans Fire weather Constructing fire breaks Firefighting tools and techniques Safety, Safety, Safety!!! This event is provided by the Great Rivers Alliance of Southeast Iowa. A partnership of both public and private conservation agencies who work together to improve the ability of all people to care for the natural resources in Southeast Iowa. There will ne a diversity of presenters at the workshop, each sharing their experience and expertise. Disclaimer: This workshop is NOT a certification. It is an educational training to make attendees safer and more knowledgeable about using prescribed fire as a management tool. Attending this workshop makes you eligible to check out a fire cache containing wildland firefighting equipment such as bladder bags, drip torches, Nomex suits, and other fire specific tools. For More Information: Contact Muscatine County Conservation Board