VRFSC Newsletter August 2025

Mark your calendars!

SAVE THE DATE: NOV 6, 2025. Ventura Regional Fire Safe Council's end-of-year celebration will be happening at Topa Topa Brewing on Colt St!


Save this event in your Calendar below!

RSVP coming soon!

Topa Topa Brewing Co.

4880 Colt St, Ventura, CA 93003

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Nov 06, 2025 05:30pm - Nov 06, 2025 08:00pm

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Firewise in 4 Minutes


Watch this quick 4 minute video on understanding how the Firewise USA® program works and how easy it is to lead one in your neighborhood!

Questions about Insurance?

Don't miss the next Firewise Workshop!

August 15th 1:00 on Zoom!


This month's Speaker:


Rob Obedoza,

California Department of Insurance

Why Join Our Firewise Monthly Workshop?

  • Explore the Program: Learn the steps and benefits of the Firewise program for your community.
  • Connect with Others: Hear how different communities found success by chatting with each other.
  • Q&A Sessions: Engage in a Q&A session with our Regional Coordinators for valuable insights.

Hosting a block party is easier than ever with FREE supplies from Cal OES!

2025 Ready Together Campaign & Neighborhood Block Party Initiative


Designed to bring neighbors together, build resilience, and provide hands-on, family-friendly tools to prepare for the next emergency. Listos California will provide you with everything you need, a free toolkit to invite your neighbors, activities, games and even prizes!


Anyone can sign up to host a block party in their neighborhood!


Firewise USA Neighborhoods: This is a AMAZING tool for gathering interest and getting more engagement!

Still a chance to learn and give your voice on AUGUST 13TH!

You’re Invited: Wildfire Resilience Workshop Series, Share Your Voice!

Click the flyer below to open PDF in English and Spanish.

You’re invited to join the Wildfire Regional Priority Projects Workshop Series, hosted by Ventura County Resource Conservation District. These community-focused workshops are designed to foster collaboration and gather input on wildfire resilience efforts across our region.


Snacks and drinks provided!


These sessions are a great opportunity to learn about local fire resilience initiatives, share your insights and priorities, and help shape the Regional Priority Plan! Workshop details, including date/time, RSPV information, and an additional survey can be found in the flyer attached to this email.



Your voice matters in building a safer, more resilient Ventura County. We hope to see you there!

A chance to win a surf board!?

Head to the Agriculture Building and stop by our booth!

Find the Ventura Regional Fire Safe Council fair booth in the Agriculture Building after grabbing some treats in the Food Court!


Want to win a surfboard?! Take our quiz (QR code located at the booth)!


Highlights of the booth:

  • Home Hardening Display and Assessment Sign Ups
  • Defensible Space Education
  • Do you live in a High Fire Severity Zone?
  • Emergency Prep Resources

Thank you to our End of Year Celebration Sponsor

From Edison International Subsidiary, SCE:

Support VRFSC Programs and make a direct impact in Ventura County!

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