Promoting Fire Ecology Research, Education, and Management

The Association for Fire Ecology is an international organization dedicated to improving the knowledge and use of fire in land management. We are scientists, educators, students, managers, practitioners, policymakers, and interested citizens helping to shape the emerging profession and growing field of fire ecology.

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New! Checkout our new webpage with resources to learn more about cultural fire. This page is especially helpful for those who wish to develop respectful and equitable relationships with Indigenous fire practitioners, researchers, and tribal communities.

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AFE News and Updates Posts

Letter of Support for the National Prescribed Fire Act of 2024

On behalf of the fire science community, the Association for Fire Ecology has sent a letter of support for the National Prescribed Fire Act of 2024 to Senators and Representatives.

Add Your Signature To Support The National Prescribed Fire Act of 2024

The proposed legislation for the National Prescribed Fire Act (H.R. 8557/S. 4424) is a significant investment in US forests and contains critically needed policy changes for addressing the current wildfire crisis.

In Memoriam: Matt Rollins

We mourn Dr. Matt Rollins who tragically passed on August 18th, 2024. He's an established leader in the fire ecology community who collaborated with many AFE members.

Study Highlight: Prescribed Fire Planning and Implementation Capacity of Non-governmental Organizations

A national survey project has been recently published in partnership with Colorado State University, the University of Michigan, Rural Voices for Conservation Coalition, the Fire Learning Network, The Nature Conservancy, and the Watershed Research and Training Center.

2025 JFSP Funding Opportunity Announcements

The 2025 Joint Fire Science Program Funding Announcements are now open and close September 19th, 2024 at 5:00pm MT.

New Fire Weather Videos

New! Fire Weather Videos have been added to the World of Wildland Fire video

Mentoring Futures Program: Applications Being Accepted until May 10

Look to the future and join our new mentoring program as a mentee or mentor!

Call for Proposals - Join us in Santa Fe!

Submit your proposal today!

Braiding Indigenous Knowledge and Western Science

Report outlines a new approach to forest stewardship–one that “braids together” Indigenous knowledge and Western science to conserve and restore more resilient forestlands

Feb 22 Webinar with Sarah McCaffrey

Join us for our next partner webinar: Reflections from 20 years Examining the Social Dynamics of Fire Management

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Oct 1, 2024

2024 Outstanding Associate Editor and Service Award

Oct 1, 2024

Congratulations to Dave Peterson for being awarded 2024 Outstanding Associate Editor and Karen Short for receiving the 2024 Journal Service Award for Fire Ecology.

Oct 1, 2024

Upcoming EVENTs

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Nov 18

4th Southwest Fire Ecology Conference / Santa Fe, NM

Join us for a unique opportunity to connect with fellow professionals and engage in stimulating discussions that will shape the future of fire ecology in this region.

Dec 2

11th International Fire Ecology and Management Congress / New Orleans, LA

Save the date for the 11th International Fire Ecology and Management Congress in New Orleans, Louisiana!

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SAFE Chapter News

Student and Chapter News

Nov 3, 2024

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Mary Lata

Nov 3, 2024

Our speaker Dr. Mary Lata is an accomplished fire science professional with advice to share with students on beginning a government career in fire ecology.

Nov 3, 2024

Oct 4, 2024

Speaker Spotlight: Jose Iniguez and Tom Swetnam

Oct 4, 2024

Our speakers Dr. Jose Iniguez and Dr. Tom Swetnam are accomplished fire science professionals with advice to share with students on beginning a career in tree-ring fire science.

Oct 4, 2024

Sep 9, 2024

Why Should You Join SAFE?

Sep 9, 2024

SAFE is the student organized section of the Association for Fire Ecology.

Sep 9, 2024

LATEST JOB POSTINGS

Jobs Posts

Sandhills Stewardship Manager and Burn Boss

The Sandhills Stewardship Manager and Burn Boss develops, manages and advances conservation programs for the restoration and management of longleaf pine ecosystems within the Sandhills region of North Carolina.

Biological Science Technician (Botany)

The U.S. Geological Survey is seeking to hire up to 4 technicians that will work on two different projects over the summer in Corvallis, OR.

PhD Studentship in Experimental Fire Science

This PhD position provides the opportunity to contribute to ongoing efforts at the Edinburgh Fire Research Centre.

Northeast Region Coordinator

The Forest Stewards Guild is seeking a Northeast Region Coordinator.

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