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Learn from MountainTrue’s Public Lands Biologist Josh Kelly about fire ecology in the Blue Ridge Mountains!

fire ecologyWhen: Saturday, May 2 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Singcat Ridge; to carpool from Asheville, meet at the Westgate Shopping Center at 8:45 a.m. Participants may meet us instead in the parking area at the intersection of N.C. Hwy 80 and the Blue Ridge Parkway at 10 a.m.

What to expect: This all-day outdoor seminar will include a moderate to difficult hike with stops throughout during which we will discuss fire effects on vegetation, wildlife responses to fire, fire ignition types, fuel, and behavior.

What to bring: Participants should wear sturdy hiking and bring rain gear, lunch, and water.

FREE! All are welcome!

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