Prescribed Fire Trainings available throughout the State

The North Dakota Prescribed Fire Cooperative, Pheasants Forever, and the North Dakota Wildlife Federation are inviting landowners, ranchers, and interested community members to attend a special program focused on How to conduct a prescribed burn. Several locations across North Dakota and dates are available for you to attend. 

·         Medora              March 18; 5:30-8:30 pm MT, Billing County Fire Hall,604 East River Rd S, Medora, ND        

·         Bismarck          March 19; 6-9 pm; NDG&F, 100 N Bismarck Exp; Bismarck, ND 58501

·         Park River         March 20; 11am-4 pm; NDSU extension office, Park River, ND

·         Kindred              March 27; 6-9 pm        Kindred City Hall, 31 5th Ave. N, Kindred, ND

These informative sessions will teach you the basics of prescribed fire and how to plan for a burn.   Presentations will cover various topics including writing burn plans, different types of ignitions, the importance of communication, Safety/ Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), hazard mitigation, briefings and weather. Additionally, the event will have scenarios to use to practice how to plan a burn for a piece of property. 

This program is a great opportunity to learn practical strategies for maintaining healthy grasslands and protecting vital rangeland resources. All are welcome to attend, snacks are provided, and the event is free of charge.

To register or if you have any questions, call Cara Greger 320-808-4897 or Kelli Kuska 541-619-5188