Using fire festivals to engage communities
Prescribed fire for forest management webinar series
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point - Wisconsin Forestry Center
October 7, 2026 | 10am PT/1pm ET
Fire festivals are emerging as an innovative way to connect communities with prescribed fire through hands-on learning, demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. This webinar will explore how fire festivals can increase public understanding of prescribed fire, build trust, strengthen partnerships, and foster community support. Presenters will share a national perspective on the growth of fire festivals, followed by a local case study highlighting lessons learned from planning and hosting a successful event.
Presenters:
Jennifer Fawcett
Nathan Burmester
Michelle Ly
