PANEL DISCUSSION

Prescribed fire is one of the most effective tools for fuels reduction, habitat improvement, and ecological restoration. Yet, there are challenges surrounding social acceptance in implementing prescribed fire programs across the region. This Fueling Collaboration panel discussion will explore the factors that influence public perception and acceptance of prescribed fire in land management. Experts from diverse fields will share insights into effective and culturally appropriate communication strategies that engage communities, address concerns, overcome resistance, and build robust support for ecological restoration practices that include the use of fire. By highlighting successful examples from across the region, this panel aims to equip both fire researchers and fire managers with the tools needed to foster community trust and collaboration in fire-adapted landscapes.

The Fueling Collaboration Panel Discussion Series is back for a fifth season. Register today!

Starting in November, 2024, Fueling Collaboration will offer 4 interactive panel discussions. Each discussion is built on questions submitted from registered attendees.

Collaboratively developed by the USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station, Southern Research Stations, and the Joint Fire Science Program (JFSP) fire science exchange networks in the Eastern U.S., we are excited to offer this Special Series.