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Private Landowners and Prescribed Fire

  • Pierce Cedar Creek Institute 701 West Cloverdale Road Hastings, MI, 49058 United States (map)

Photo of Burn Crew by Pierce Cedar Creek Institute

Private landowners will tour several habitats burned at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute and discuss ecological benefits and prescribed fire planning with Pierce Cedar Creek Institute’s burn boss, Mary Parr. This event is directed to private landowners looking to learn more about burning on their own properties.

Earlier Event: June 4
Learn & Burn: Public Fire Demonstration & Activities
Later Event: July 1
Walk into Wildland Fire Exhibit

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