Preparing for Wildfires with Firescaping – A Virtual Master Gardener Training (Zoom)

Wildfire season is fast approaching. ?  This is occurring amid reports of the highest temperatures on record in some parts of the country and the continued megadrought in the southwestern U.S. – which is reported as one of the worst droughts in 1200 years!  As well, extreme weather and other factors continue to fuel tragic wildfires every year across the country.  For these reasons and more, it’s imperative that communities better prepare for wildfires.  Preparing for Wildfires with Firescaping was recently developed to teach Master Gardeners about fire-resistant landscaping so, through their outreach and education efforts, they can help reduce their communities’ wildfire risk. 

Thursday, April 30, 2020, from 1:00 – 3:00 PM Eastern  (12:00 – 2:00 PM Central)

This free, Zoom Master Gardener training on fire-resistant landscaping, or firescaping, will teach Master Gardeners about what firescaping is and how to implement it in their communities.  Specifically, participants will learn about fire history and behavior and ways to prevent home ignition through understanding plant flammability and firescaping design.  This Zoom training will include presentations, “interactive” activities, and a discussion period.

2 BCMG CEUs – Code 001
BCMGs can use the link, or if using a phone, choose any U.S. phone number listed below.  (Observe correct time zones.)

Zoom training details:
Join Zoom Meeting:  https://zoom.us/j/95360284745

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+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
+1 253 215 8782 US
+1 301 715 8592 US
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

Meeting ID:  953 6028 4745

Find your local number:  https://zoom.us/u/adt5MzasbS