Fire is one of the most powerful tools in habitat management—but most landowners never use it. Habitat manager Erich Long returns to break down prescribed fire, timber stand improvement, invasive species control, and how burning and logging work together to restore wildlife habitat for the deer we want to hold this fall. If you're serious about improving land and managing better habitat, this conversation is worth your time. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

00:00 Introduction

09:07 Why Fire Matters for Wildlife

23:58 The Reality of Controlled Burns

30:11 Why You Need a Qualified Burn Manager

40:40 Balancing Fire and Wildlife

49:01 Burn Safety and Smoke Management

57:37 Managing Warm Season Grasses

01:01:07 Timber Management for Wildlife

01:10:41 The Economics of Logging and Habitat

01:29:52 The Frustrations of Deer Management

01:49:51 The Pressure of Modern Hunting

02:05:49 Rediscovering the Joy of Hunting

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