We invite you to join us for an educational workshop on wildfire ecology and management featuring Dr. Lee Klinger, author of Forged by Fire, with representatives from local tribes. This is a rare opportunity to learn about the practice of fire mimicry, wildfire mitigation, the effects of fire on lichen and mosses, what shell middens tell us about natural soil amendments, traditional limewash preparation and application, stem canker surgery, and other ways to blend Indigenous Knowledge with western science to address the problems of forest dieback and severe wildfires in California and elsewhere. This training will include demonstrations and hands-on learning so that attendees can gain the ability to better care for their oaks and other native trees.

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The training will be located at Tapia State Park.

 

The training will begin Friday, October 24th at 9 am. If you are coming from out of the area, we recommend arriving in the area on Thursday, October 23rd. The training ends on Sunday, October 25th at 5 pm. 

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Applications are open until 11:59pm September 10th, 2025. Registration confirmation and payment ($50-150 sliding scale) will occur in September. Free entrance to all tribal members.

 

For any questions, please contact Danielle Picciano at danielle@smmfsc.org or 818-518-0454.