Northeast Nebraska Prescribed Burn Association

01/05/2023

January and February are full of prescribed fire training! Be sure to register:
https://nebraskapf.com/product-category/events/

10/23/2022

Where are the monarchs now? Fall migration is in full swing! Eastern migratory monarchs are beginning to arrive in Mexico. Texas is a migration hotspot, and reports are picking up in the Southeast and along the Gulf Coast. Western monarch activity is also ramping up, and some monarchs have reached o...

06/17/2022

If you're planning on enjoying some steak this weekend, think about how eastern redcedars threaten ranchers, their livestock, and maybe your next meal. Prescribed fire is one of the best tools we have to ensure grasslands remain healthy, productive, and free from cedar trees. So get out there and support prescribed fire and eat some high quality beef from Nebraska.

06/08/2022

“Our biggest goal is to develop a culture of fire across the state”

Check out this article that highlights PBA/PFA and Rangeland Alliance efforts across the Great Plains

Trees have been encroaching on the Great Plains, shrinking grazing acres and contributing to an increase in wildfires. But private landowners are working to restore grasslands with controlled burns.

03/28/2022

The NNPBA West Branch accomplished their first burn of the season this weekend just outside of Center, Nebraska.
The objectives of this burn are numerous, but included: The control of eastern red cedar and other forms of woody encroachment, removal of thatch and the stimulation of native diverse vegetation, improving forage for cattle and restoring wildlife habitat.

While locally there are concerns of escapes that can lead to unintentional wildfires, these prescribed burns can only operate within a window of conditions (temp, wind direction/speed, relative humidity) that allow the burners to accomplish their objectives in a safe and effective manner.

Photo Credits: Rob van Lieshout and Austin Baldwin

03/16/2022

Crew briefing: “aims to encourage interactive communication between all crew members and includes questions from crew members and an exchange of information.” This is an important aspect of preparing for a burn. Everyone should know their jobs, be comfortable with designated tasks, and where they need to be.

02/01/2022

01/25/2022

These workshops keep veteran members sharp and educates new landowners that we bring to the fold. Keep an eye out for additional trainings near you.

Great turnout for the Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever in Nebraska basic prescribed burning workshop at Niobrara State Park this morning!

11/02/2021

Consider enrolling in one of the offered classes at Ponca State Park this week! Keeping your knowledge of fire updated contributes to safer prescribed burns or more effective attempts to control wildland fires.

Tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eastern-nebraska-wildland-fire-academy-2021-tickets-168610268853

Hosted by the Nebraska Forest Sevice, all courses are National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) certified.

09/12/2021

There’s still a lot of work to be done to set back woody encroachment on our precious rangelands, but revisiting projects sites is always rewarding.

Knox County, Nebraska

📸Brian Teeter

08/19/2021

Know any local VFDs who helped lend a hand this past busy burn season? Fill out the giveaway nomination below so that we can recognize those groups that promote the use of fire on the landscape.

07/30/2021

March ‘21 - Rangeland Prescribed Burn
July ‘21 - Post Burn Visit

Pierce County, Nebraska 🔥