Northeast – Midwest Regional Prescribed Fire Science and Management Workshop
20 States; One Shared Mission
August 29-31, 2023
A workshop for all wildland fire management partners across the 20 state NE-MW region to share region-wide, science-based, fire ecology information oriented toward expanding and maintaining the use of prescribed fire across all landscapes, jurisdictions, and fire-dependent ecosystems.
Sponsored by
Northeast Regional Strategy Committee (NE RSC), a regional organization chartered by the national Wildland Fire Leadership Council (WFLC) to coordinate and support implementation of the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy across the 20 Northeast and Midwest states.
Workshop Objectives
This regional workshop will:
- Provide a forum for all wildland fire management partners to share region-wide, science-based, fire ecology information oriented toward expanding and maintaining the use of prescribed fire across all landscapes, jurisdictions, and fire-dependent ecosystems.
- Provide an opportunity for scientists, managers, and practitioners across the 20-state region to share prescribed fire related experiences, successes, and potential solutions to implementation challenges.
- Provide an opportunity for agency leaders and managers to interact with state prescribed fire councils and other key partners.
- Serve as a model for future annual or biennial workshops.
Program Schedule
We are pleased to share the program schedule (subject to change, only slightly)
Pre-Workshop Training: LSFSC Smoke TOOLS Workshop (pre-registration required – limited to 35 people)
Instructor: Trent Wickman, Air Quality Specialist, USDA Forest Service, Superior National Forest and Alexia Prosperi, Air Resource Specialist, USDA Forest Service, Eastern Region
DAY 1: THEME: Welcome to Wisconsin! Tribal Session, Fire Liability Insurance, Prescribed Fire Councils and Prescribed Burn Associations
DAY 2: THEME: Tools & Technology, Ecosystems & Ecology, Applied Research and Management Practices
DAY 3: THEME: Collaborative Planning, Resource Sharing, Communication Strategies, Contingency Planning, Fire Training, CPBM Programs
Smoke TOOLS Workshop (pre-workshop)
The Smoke TOOLS Workshop will take place the day preceding the Full Workshop, Monday, August 28th from 10:00-4:00 pm (with a lunch break). This workshop is FREE, no addtional registration cost, other than your own travel costs if needed.
Smoke management and smoke hazards are one of the most important things to plan for and manage when doing a prescribed burn, or to consider during any wildfire suppression. This 2/3rd day is an active participation “hands-on” workshop where we will work through exercises using online smoke tools, and is designed for anybody with an interest in wildland fire. This is a good introductory workshop for anyone – those who have not had much smoke modeling and management exposure, or as an excellent refresher for those who have had another smoke course.
You will need to bring a laptop to participate and there is some pre-work required.
Instructor – Trent Wickman, Air Resource Specialist for MI-MN-WI, Eastern Regional Office, USDA – Forest Service and and Alexia Prosperi, Air Resource Specialist, USDA Forest Service, Eastern Region.
Location: The Madison Concourse Hotel
There is no fee to participate, however, pre-registration is required. You will indicate your interest when you register for the full workshop. Space is limited to 35 people and will be on a first come first serve basis.
Call for Posters
We invite abstracts for poster presentations for the Northeast and Midwest Regional Prescribed Fire Science and Management Workshop August 29-31, 2023 in Madison, WI.
Presenting at this workshop is a phenomenal way to interact with wildland fire science and management professionals from across the 20 state NE-MW region.
Who Should Submit a Proposal?
You! All are invited and welcome to submit a poster proposal, including students, fire councils, PBAs, and professionals across all disciplines and career levels. We need your voices to create a diverse program that informs on a variety of topics.
We invite scientific posters as well as case studies, lessons learned and project/program updates.
The workshop objectives are to:
- Provide a forum for all wildland fire management partners to share region-wide, science-based, fire ecology information oriented toward expanding and maintaining the use of prescribed fire across all landscapes, jurisdictions, and fire-dependent ecosystems.
- Provide an opportunity for scientists, managers, and practitioners across the 20-state region to share prescribed fire related experiences, successes, and potential solutions to implementation challenges.
- Provide an opportunity for agency leaders and managers to interact with state prescribed fire councils and other key partners.
Abstracts will be accepted through August 22nd.
All accepted presenters must register and pay for the workshop and must be present during the poster session. Posters may be left up for the entire workshop.
Questions: Contact Mikel Robinson mikelrobinson@live.com
Registration is now open!
Workshop registration includes access to all sessions and events, including lunch each day and the social with our exhibitors on Tuesday evening. Guests are invited and welcome to attend, we have provided a guest pass rate for $150.
- Early bird rate – $300 (until July 1)
- Regular rate – $350 (after July 1)
- One day rate – $125
- Student rate – $200
- Guests – $150
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Side/Attached Meetings
We invite your agency, organization, group, or committee to hold an attached meeting in conjunction with our workshop.
The number of Attached Meetings is limited by meeting room availability, so please submit your proposal early.
Organizers and participants must be registered for the conference. Organizers will be responsible for inviting and communicating with their participants. Additional costs for food and beverage service, speaker phones, and other audio-visual equipment will be the responsibility of the meeting organizer.
Venue and Accommodations
The Madison Concourse Hotel
1 W Dayton Street
Madison, WI 53703
The room block is sold out.
You can also call 800-356-8293 to make reservations.
Free shuttle available to and from the airport.
Sponsorship and Exhibitors
In addition to the robust program, we will be hosting an exhibition for those interested in gaining excellent exposure to 250 + individuals who will come together in Madison. The audience will include Federal, State, and local decision makers at all levels. There will be 5 hours of dedicated time with the workshop attendees, including six 30-minute networking breaks and a two hour evening social on Tuesday.
Exhibitor Table: $650 for commercial display, $450 for non-profit display
Includes:
- One 8-foot skirted table
- Two chairs
- Wireless internet
- Electricity upon request
- Full registration for one representative
- Invitation to all sessions and social events.
Sponsorship
In addition to the sponsorship opportunities listed on the prospectus, we can build tailored sponsorship packages to suit your organization’s needs.
For further information or to secure your preferred sponsorship option please contact Mikel Robinson or (406) 625-7049.
Contact Us
For more information, contact our workshop organizer, Mikel Robinson, Email or Phone (406) 625-7049
