From the Woods Today - Building Fire Control Lines

Episode 146
Aired on April 5, 2023

Resources and Web links for April 5 Segments:

Prescribed Fire
Kentucky Prescribed Fire Council
KDFWR Habitat How-To's: Prescribed Burning

Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
Programs and Initiatives (EQIP and CSP deadline is April 21, 2023)

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we examine the first steps for utilizing prescribed or controlled fire on your property: building control lines. We also address some key components of tree protection ordinances that may be effective in your area.

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