What makes a property hazardous when it comes to wildfire?

The Mt. Hood Corridor Wildfire Partnership is hosting a monthly science-based series, Mt. Hood Science Night, and our next speak is Dr. Jeff Kline from the Pacific Northwest Research Station. Dr. Kline's discussion will focus on Human and Natural Wildfire Ignitions and What could be done to try to reduce them. 

Jeff Kline has worked in forestry and natural resource management for over forty years, in both state and federal agencies, and nonprofit organizations. He currently is wrapping up a 28-year career with the USDA Forest Service, where he is a research forester at the Pacific Northwest Research Station in Corvallis. His current research includes examining how private landowners respond to wildfire risk and climate change, and understanding who visits national forests for outdoor recreation and who does not.

Please arrive early to get your order in and the best parking spots.  Last month was so much fun, but it was completely full with standing room only. This second evening is moving to the larger restaurant space.  We thank the Rendezvous for their gracious accommodation.

The Mt. Hood area is in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) and the mountain environment is rapidly changing. This series will delve deep into the science behind the changes, specific to Mt. Hood. The Wildfire Partnership has provided information on home hardening and fire mitigation through the Homeowners Workshops and the burn events in the past.

Mt. Hood Science Night will be held on the first Wednesday of the month, from 6-7:30 PM. Rendezvous Grill, 67149 US 26, Welches, OR 97067 is hosting these events. Mt. Hood Science Nights are free and all-age events, sponsored by the Mt. Hood Corridor Wildfire Partnership.