Quarterly News: Fall 2020
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IN THIS EDITION:
- Where to access fire recovery resources
- Watch new inspiring videos about how we can foster a fire-adapted landscape in Sonoma County
- Post-Fire Recovery Workshop, Dec 10th
- Forest Stewardship Workshops 2021
- Directory: Find the right professional for the job
- Become a member
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Resources for recovering after the burn |
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Landowners are looking for resources to heal their burned land and prevent future fires. There are many technical service providers and funding assistance programs that can help guide the way.
This resource includes a assistance on forming neighborhood groups so that neighbors can work on recovery together.
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It's Time: Vegetation Management |
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Survivors of the 2017 Tubbs and 2020 Glass fires speak about disaster recovery and what projects they see as being top priority in a countywide fire management effort.
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Sonoma Ecology Center works closely with the community in the Sonoma Valley to achieve a future where people, land, water, and wildlife thrive.
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Community-Based Burning: Caring for our Land Together |
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In this short video, Sonoma County prescribed burners and land managers tell the story of how prescribed fire is used on our landscapes, and how cooperative projects are developed and implemented on private property to increase the pace and scale of wildfire prevention efforts.
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With an eye on Santa Rosa, Ca, The West is Burning raises awareness about the conditions of forests in the western U.S. Told through a full-feature documentary, the film examines the history of forest management and litigation that led to the current conditions which are causing catastrophic fire nearly year-round. The film explores the urgent need to act now, and the potential to generate positive change in our forests, watersheds, and communities, both rural and urban. Watch the trailer here!
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Education is our priority. We are focused on making education and technical assistance readily available for forest landowners. Throughout the years, we have provided landowner education through these offerings: |
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SPECIAL TOPIC “BROWN BAG” SEMINARS
These presentations take place during Members monthly meetings and focus on a variety of relevant topics such as wildfire safety, creekside vegetation management, and succession planning.
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FOREST STEWARDSHIP WORKSHOPS
All-day classes on-site cover the basic tenants of good forestland management. Topics may include: forest ecology, roads, fisheries, fire safety, Sudden Oak Death, and conservation easements as a tool for family succession.
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HOUSE
MEETINGS
Invite educators from the Forest Working Group to come to your neighborhood for a “house meeting.” Neighbors can discuss their needs, possibilities and future options for forest management with the helpful advice of a forestry educator.
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Post-fire Recovery Workshop for Forest & Rural Landowners
December 10th 2020, 6:30pm-9pm, Online, Free
Join friends of the Sonoma County Forest Conservation Working Group in a virtual workshop designed to provide forest landowners and other rural landowners with the training and resources they need to heal their land post-fire.
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Assessing Tree Damage and Mortality: Michael Jones, PhD, UCCE Forestry Advisor for Sonoma, Lake, and Mendocino Counties
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Erosion Concerns and Treatments: Rich Casale, CPESC #3, Post Fire Restoration Specialist, NRCS
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Understanding Wildlife Concerns: Carolyn Whitesell, UCCE Human-Wildlife Interactions Advisor, San Mateo and SF Counties
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Managing Fire-Adapted Weeds: Stephanie Larsen, UCCE Range Management Advisor, Sonoma County
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Taking the Long-Range View: Members of the Sonoma County Forest Conservation Working Group
Attendees will learn tips for evaluating common post-fire concerns on their land, hear about local resources for funding and technical assistance, and have ample opportunity to ask questions to speakers during Q&A. This event will be held via Zoom. Instructions for joining will be provided to registrants. This meeting will be recorded and available to view afterwards on sonomaforests.org.
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UCANR California Forest Stewardship Workshops
Spring 2021 dates, in-person or online
Register in advance! This excellent workshop series from the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Division will help landowners develop plans to improve and protect their forest lands in an ecologically and economically sustainable manner. The workshops will address management objectives and planning, forest restoration, fuels reduction, project development, permitting, and cost-share opportunities. Participants will connect with other landowners and learn how to collect information to develop their own management plans.
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Forest Landowner's Stewardship Guide
We've made it easy to find the right person for the job
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If you own forestland in Sonoma County, even as little as one acre, you have the privilege of stewarding some of the most beautiful and biodiverse landscapes in the nation. From rolling Oak-woodlands to Redwood canyons, from mossy bay dells to gorgeous Douglas Fir stands. These forests provide stunning vistas, enjoyable hikes, home for wildlife, wood for the fireplace, and so much more.
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This directory is designed to be a useful guide to forest landowners of all parcel sizes to find the professional help they need to achieve responsible forest management. With so many government resources, contractors and community programs available, it might be hard to know where to start. We’ve organized this guide by size of property and the activities these landowners typically engage in. |
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Join the conversation. Become a member! |
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Our membership is made of private and public landowners, nonprofit organizations and government agencies all working towards better stewardship of the land. Any forest landowner can join the Forest Working Group. It is meant to be an open-access resource to all.
The benefits of the Working Group network include participating in an on-going conversation with local forestry practitioners about the state of forestry and local forest properties. We discuss best practices, challenges, opportunities, advice and resources. We collaborate to achieve the greatest outcomes and solve problems we hold in common.
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We want to hear about you! What topics interest you? In what ways could we be helping you better? |
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Your contribution means more workshops, outings and special speaker events designed to educate and connect forestland managers. |
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Sonoma County Forest Conservation Working Group
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