Nibbles N'Knowledge: Historical Fires in Wisconsin and What It Means Today

Large destructive wildfires were once common in the lake states and fires are again becoming more likely. What can we learn by more closely examining historical fires in terms their ecology (e.g., benefits). This talk will examine fire history over 100s of years use this to build more resilient forests and communities.

Jed is an ecologist with the WI DNR. His research interests range from individual species attributes to landscape ecology with a unifying theme of understanding how forces of climate and disturbance drive ecological change and how we can in turn manage for resilient systems. Much of his research if focused on fire ecology fire in relation to climate and land-use over the past ca 500 years. Jed considers himself lucky to spend his time asking questions and through applied research to assist in the management of Wisconsin’s many treasures.

We will serve light appetizers and have a cash bar from 5:00 - 6:00 pm, presentation will run from 6:00 - 7:00 pm.  Registration required by 9/10/25.  Program is held at the North Lakeland Discovery Center Main Lodge.  If you would like to register after the close of online registration, please call our office at 715-543-2085 prior to 4:00 p.m. on the date of the event to receive the pre-registration price. $17/Non-Member, $14/Member and $20 at the door for anyone who has not pre-registered.  Thursday 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

There are limited volunteer spots available for reduced admission fees ($10/Volunteer bringing food and free for Volunteers that wish to help out from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm).  Volunteers who sign up to bring food may pay at the door!  Please sign up in I-Volunteer or contact Emily at: emily@discoverycenter.net

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