February 28, 2026
Join us Saturday, February 28, for a women's focused prescribed fire workshop designed to build skills, knowledge, and confidence in the field. This training offers a supportive environment for women interested in prescribed fire as a land management tool for habitat, fuel reduction, or ecological restoration.
Requirements: Participants must complete the Missouri Prescribed Burn Course online (MDC) and bring their certificate to the field day.
Training Highlights: Overview of prescribed fire use, how to conduct a pre-burn briefing, hands-on training and demonstrations with fire equipment, live prescribed burn with the Foothills Prescribed Burn Association.
What to Bring/Wear: Long-sleeved cotton shirt and pants, leather gloves, closed-toed boots, eye protection, sack lunch (light snacks provided), lawn chair, and reusable water bottle. (Some gear will be available for use)
This event has been organized by ELP participant Elizabeth Feth, Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist, Quail Forever.