UW-Platteville to host prescribed fire training February 27

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville will host a one-day prescribed fire training on Friday, February 27, providing a foundational knowledge and practical preparation for supporting prescribed burns on campus and beyond.

Led by experts from the Wisconsin Prescribed Fire Council, the training will introduce participants to the principles of fire ecology, prescribed fire planning and safe implementation practices. The course is designed to equip attendees with the skills and understanding necessary to volunteer on a burn crew and to thoughtfully consider the use of prescribed fire as a land stewardship tool.

Participants who complete the full-day training will be eligible to assist with UW-Platteville's prescribed burns this spring. They will also have the opportunity to join a volunteer contact list and be notified when burns are conducted.

Prescribed fire is an important land management practice that supports prairie and savanna ecosystems, promotes biodiversity and sustains the fire-dependent landscapes of the Driftless Area. This training reflects UW-Platteville's ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and experiential learning.

Training Details

Who: Open to all students, faculty, staff, alumni and administrators.
Why: To build knowledge, experience and practical skills in an essential land stewardship practice; to strengthen the university community's ability to care for campus lands; and to support the health and resilience of the Driftless Area's fire-dependent ecosystems.
When: Friday, February 27, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Morning session indoors; afternoon session outdoors.)
Where: University Rooms, Markee Pioneer Student Center, UW-Platteville campus. Afternoon field session will take place in Memorial Park.
Cost: Free for UW-Platteville students, faculty and staff.

Registration Information

Registration is required. 50 seats are available and will be filled in the order registrations are received.

Registration Link: Prescribed Fire Training
Coupon Code for free registration: councilvip