COMMUNITY BURNING

Bear River Prescribed Burn Association brings neighbors together to put good fire back on the land. Using a barn-raising model, landowners burn with landowners—sharing tools, knowledge, and labor to get the work done safely. Together, we build local capacity, restore forests and rangelands, and create defensible space around homes. It’s community-powered prescribed fire—practical, collaborative, and rooted in trust, stewardship, and resilience.

Training & Capacity Building

Training & Capacity Building

Practical, prescribed fire training builds local skills, qualifications, and confidence to safely implement prescribed fire.

Tools, Planning & Support

Tools, Planning & Support

Access to equipment, burn planning, and experienced leadership to help landowners carry out safe, effective burns.

Landowner-Led Burning

Landowner-Led Burning

Neighbors burn with neighbors—shared labor, shared knowledge, and hands-on experience using the barn-raising model.

TRAINING
& EVENTS

Our training and events are built around community-based prescribed fire—neighbors learning and burning together. The PBA hosts hands-on field days, workshops, and live-fire trainings where landowners gain practical skills to safely plan and implement burns on their own properties.

Using a barn-raising model, participants work side by side, sharing knowledge, labor, and experience. These events build local capacity, strengthen relationships, and create real opportunities to get good fire on the ground.

Whether you’re new or experienced, our trainings focus on community, safety, and putting prescribed fire back where it belongs—locally led and locally supported.

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WHY JOIN THE PRESCRIBED BURN ASSOCIATION

Burn Planning & Permitting

Support developing burn plans, permits, and smoke management strategies.

Equipment Access

Tools, PPE, and firing devices available to get the job done safely.

Site Prep & Fuels Work

Guidance on control lines, defensible space, and preparing the unit for safe ignition.

Crew & Operations Support

Organizing trained neighbors and practitioners to implement burns effectively.

Training & Qualifications

Hands-on training, NWCG-aligned courses, and Task Book initiation support.

Post-Burn Monitoring

Fire effects monitoring, mop-up guidance, and follow-up to ensure objectives are met.

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Why are you joining the Prescribed Burn Association?
Burn safely with trained support Join a network of practitioners
Protect my land from wildfire Gain hands-on fire experience
Access equipment and resources Learn prescribed fire skills
Access to State Certified Burn Boss Access to Prescribed Fire Claims Fund
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WHAT THEY SAY

“A great deal of effort and preparation has already gone into this year and I would really like to thank all the volunteers for their efforts. One of the most important aspects of that trust is the recognition. Very quick and high quality professional service.”
John Doe
“A great deal of effort and preparation has already gone into this year and I would really like to thank all the volunteers for their efforts. One of the most important aspects of that trust is the recognition. Very quick and high quality professional service.”
Karim Ozil
“A great deal of effort and preparation has already gone into this year and I would really like to thank all the volunteers for their efforts. One of the most important aspects of that trust is the recognition. Very quick and high quality professional service.”
Sami Modrich

(530) 287-8660

coordinator @ brpba.org

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