In episode 12 of Forest To Frame, Russ Vaagen discusses the impact of wildfires on communities, the importance of forest management, and the role of various tree species in fire resilience. He emphasizes the need for proactive measures in the wildland-urban interface to protect homes and reduce the severity of wildfires.

Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about the realities of wildfires and their effects on communities and the environment.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:12] Wildfires and their impact.

[00:06:08] Forest management and wildfire.

[00:09:20] Wildfire management infrastructure solutions.

QUOTES

• "The more we can focus on leaving the forest in a condition that will be very similar to what it would have been naturally and in a condition that can withstand wildfire, I think the more people that will be on board with it."
• “Debris is out there that can burn, and how can we positively affect that by removing that debris and turning it into products and economic opportunities and reducing the smoke, turning it into beautiful buildings? I think that's something if we do it right, everybody can get behind.”

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

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WEBSITE

Vaagen Timbers, LLC: https://vaagentimbers.com/