The point source fire ignition technique is a modified version of a strip/head fire. Instead of lines, personnel leave spots of fire as they...
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In a backing fire, the fire moves against the wind. Backing fires exhibit the slowest rate of speed and the lowest intensity. In the followi...
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Piles from logging slash are typically burned by igniting the perimeter of the piles. Piles burn best when they are dry and do not contain t...
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In head fires, the fire travels in the same direction as the wind. Head fires produce the fastest rate of spread, highest flame lengths, and...
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In this third installment of a four-part series, you will learn how weather influences prescribed fire behavior.
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Why should you consider fire as a management tool? Learn more in this short video.
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Forest management is generally a long-term commitment, and although it can be intimidating, a plan is needed to manage your forestland to op...
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Learn more about how opening up your forest and improving lighting can benefit your deer herd.
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We depend on soils to grow our food, but they also support the natural systems that we count on to produce forest and wildlife resources. ...
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Oak trees are known to be attractive to deer. Learn more on how you can better manage oak trees on your hunting property in these two vide...
Read More about Oaks Part (1 & 2) Management Minute Video
Do you have invasive species on your property? Or are you looking to improve the composition of your forest understory? Herbicides can help...
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Here are a few things to remember when planning and implementing food plots. Learn more in this short video.
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