CASCADIA PRESCRIBED BURN ASSOCIATION
WELCOME TO THE
Empowering Landowners for a Resilient Future
OUR MISSION
To collaboratively promote the responsible use of fire as a natural ecological process and management tool in central Washington.
"From my perspective, PBAs are important from the standpoint that they involve a coalition of landowners working cooperatively—specifically, by sharing equipment, skills, knowledge, and costs—engaged in the use of prescribed fire to manage their lands for the benefit of all, including their own land."
— Dale Swedberg retired WDFW Land Manager
WHO WE ARE
We are a collaborative of community members, organizations and local agencies, that work together to enhance forest resilience and protect against catastrophic wildfire. We empower our community with the knowledge, tools, and support needed to sustainably manage our lands with good fire.

Why Prescribed Burns?
Prescribed burns are a key tool in managing land sustainably. We not only improve forest health but also revitalize wildlife habitats and mitigate the risk of uncontrolled wildfires.
How We Help
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PRE-BURN
Our pre-burn process involves detailed site assessment and planning, ensuring every prescribed burn is carefully tailored to the landowner’s objectives and conditions. The PBA can assist in permitting, unit preparation, and resource networking, setting a solid foundation for a successful burn.
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BURN IMPLEMENTATION
The PBA can organize personnel and provide specialized tools, equipment, and PPE to safely implement the prescribed fire. The diverse range of experience and cooperative community engagement ensure the burn is conducted safely and efficiently, meeting the landowner’s objectives and comfort levels.
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POST BURN
After the burn, we enjoy a bbq together and help with clean-up. In the days that follow the PBA helps monitor the site to assess the burn's impact and support the land's recovery. This essential phase helps guide future land management strategies for ongoing ecosystem health and treatment effectiveness.

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