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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2026 Contacts: Ariel Cowan, ariel.cowan@oregonstate.edu, 541-548-6088 ext. 7FIRE Tripp Crouse, tripp.crouse@tnc.org Fire Practitioners from Across U.S. to Participate in Prescribed Fire Training
FEMA’s BRIC program has reopened for the FY2024–FY2025 cycle after being cancelled in April 2025. Many applications were already in progress when that happened. This
Applications Due April 15, 2026 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has opened a new national funding opportunity that is highly relevant for Oregon communities
We are excited to start 2026 with you! Dr. Jennifer and Jodie will continue co-coordinating on all things Cohesive Strategy related in Crook, Deschutes, Jefferson
When major wildfires hit Oregon, it’s not uncommon to see headlines like: “FEMA approves federal funds to help with firefighting.” It’s an important step, and
June 30 – July 6 – Honoring the FallenAs events unfolded in Idaho last Sunday, our hearts broke. There is no way to have a
Wildfire season doesn’t wait for funding. Every year, communities across Oregon apply for grants to support critical work: home hardening, defensible space, fuel breaks, and
Oregon Living with Fire is guided by the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy’s framework and vision: To safely and effectively extinguish fire when needed;
Photo Credit: Featured image courtesy of the Oregon State Fire Marshal‘s Office In our last post, we explored how strategies like thinning dense trees, clearing
When you think of Oregon, lush forests, majestic mountains, and wide-open landscapes probably come to mind. But behind that natural beauty is a growing challenge: