April 6, 2022 10:40 a.m. 

The Oregon State University Extension Service and the Douglas County Chapter of the Oregon Small Woodlands Association are holding a Firewise workshop for landowners on Friday April 22nd.

It will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Watson Mountain Firewise Community in Glide.

During this outdoor field tour, participants will learn about Firewise communities and see examples of how the Douglas Forest Protective Association is helping landowners become more fire-safe. Two properties that have recently developed defensible space will be toured. “Before” and “after” examples will be shown. Those attending can talk with landowners about the process and priorities.

While the workshop is free, registration is requested by April 20th. To sign up, go to: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/douglas/events/becoming-fire-wise or call the  Extension Service at 672-4461.