In Episode 19 of Forest To Frame, Russ Vaagen dives deep into the pressing issues surrounding wildfires and firefighting in the Intermountain West. As we transition into the fall season, the impact of wildfires continues to linger, affecting air quality and community health.

Tune in for an insightful look at the impacts of wildfires and the ongoing efforts of firefighting crews in the region.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:02] Wildfire and firefighting challenges.

[00:04:43] Wildfire management and private land.

[00:09:08] Firefighting practices and accountability.

[00:12:57] Forest restoration and wildfire management.

[00:17:05] Forest management challenges.

QUOTES

• “The incentive to restore our forests while still maintaining a firefighting force that actually pays more than your job to restore the forest, I think, is a perverse incentive.”
• "The forests need our help. They don't need us to help burn it down."

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

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WEBSITE

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