Prepare to Burn/Conduct a Burn Workshop

Register for free here: Prepare to Burn/Conduct a Burn Workshop Tickets, Sat, Feb 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

Overview

Hands-on workshop on how to prepare a site for a prescribed burn. Weather depending, we may do just prep, conduct a burn, or pile burning.

 

This workshop will be led by NCRCD Prescribed Fire Educator Haley Coopergard.

 

Description:

Prepare to Burn: This is a hands-on workshop at a landowner’s property, where they plan on burning. Learn about the steps to prepare for a prescribed burn including planning, preparing the site, and the permitting process. Learn about and practice locating a burn site, building control lines, what tools to use and when, and how to prepare a site for safe burning using techniques like selective pruning and ladder fuel removal.

Conduct a Burn or Pile Burn: Visit a prepped burn unit or an actual prescribed burn in progress to learn what do before, during, and after a burn. Before: setting up water, getting the help you need, gathering permits, setting up logistics for volunteers and notifying neighbors. During: giving a briefing, test burn, the different roles people play on a prescribed burn, smoke management, and the firing process. We will also discuss the steps taken after a prescribed burn is complete including mop-up, monitoring, evaluation, and maintenance.

 

Note: Weather depending, this workshop may be a live prescribed fire, a pile burning demonstration, or prepping land for a prescribed fire. The workshop type and location will be announced the week before the date.

 

Location: ( location TBA a week beforehand, in Nevada County, CA)

Please Bring:

  • Hand tool (pitch fork, rake, shovel, pulaski, hoe, etc.) Extras may be available
  • Leather boots
  • Leather gloves
  • Natural fiber clothing (long sleeves, long pants) - NO SYNTHETICS UNLESS FIRE RESISTANT
  • Hat or helmet
  • Eye Protection – Glasses or sunglasses are fine
  • Sunscreen/sun protection
  • Plenty of water, snacks, medications, and anything else you need for a day outside in the woods – Please bring your own lunch
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