Grand County Wildfire Council

06/01/2026

The Home Ignition Zone (HIZ)—is the most critical place to reduce wildfire risk. Wildfires often ignite from embers carried by wind or by small flames from surface fires. Wildfire Mitigation Starts at Home.

06/01/2026

Jessica Rahn will never forget how the black cloud of smoke from the East Troublesome Fire darkened the sky as she and her husband prepared to evacuate their home with their newborn child, two dogs...

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

🔥 In 2025, the Grand County Wildfire Council received $36,000 from Grand County Open Lands, Rivers, and Trails to host Community Chipping Days with 284 participants and successfully mitigated 434 cubic yards!

The first FREE Community Chipping Day of the 2026 season is happening THIS WEEKEND!

📅 When: Saturday, May 30th | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: Kremmling Fire Protection District (1320 Eagle Avenue, Town of Kremmling)
💰 Cost: 100% FREE!

Clear those gutters, trim those low branches, and let’s get your property wildfire-ready.

Want to volunteer or have questions?
📞 Call: 970-627-7121
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Visit: bewildfireready.org

📸 Courtesy ~ Grand County Open Lands, Rivers, and Trails

05/26/2026

Grand County Wildfire Council has public office hours! Come visit us Monday/Tuesday 9am-1pm or Thursday/Friday 12pm-4pm Memorial Day - Labor Day. We are available by appointment Monday-Friday as well, reach out to [email protected] for an appointment

05/21/2026

🔥 Mark your calendars for Grand County Wildfire Council’s 2026 FREE Community Chipping Days! Clearing your slash is one of the best ways to protect your home. 🔥

The Details:

🗓 When: Select Saturdays

🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

⚠️ Note: Please do not drop off slash until the event begins!

How to help:
Want to volunteer or have questions?
• 970-627-7121
• [email protected]
• Visit bewildfireready.org for more information

Dates:
• May 30th, Kremmling Fire Protection District, 1320 Eagle Avenue, Kremmling
• June 20th, Grand Fire Protection District No. 1, 60500 US Hwy 40, Granby
• July 11th, East Grand Fire Protection District #4, 77601 US Hwy 40, Fraser
• July 25th, Bud Wilson Fire Station, 501 County Road 40, Granby
• August 22nd, 1298 County Rd 466, Grand Lake

05/13/2026

⚠️ Fire Danger is now MODERATE in Grand County.

What does “Moderate” actually mean?

Starts: Fires can start easily from accidental causes (like a stray spark or unextinguished cigarette).

Spread: In dry grasslands, fire can move fast—especially on windy days.

Control: While these fires are usually easier to control, they can still burn hot in heavy brush.

Remember to always ensure campfires are dead out (cold to the touch!) before leaving.

🔗 Stay informed and learn more wildfire prevention and preparedness in Grand County at the Grand County Wildfire Council: BeWildfireReady.org.

05/13/2026

United Policyholders has a virtual Insurance Purchasing webinar on June 3rd at 5pm. Check out their website to sign up!

Colorado Home Insurance Shopping Help Webinar Wednesday, June 3, 2026 5pm MT Zoom - Registration Required All Colorado Homeowners Join UP and a CO insurance expert panel including Kelly Campbell (FAIR Plan E.D.), the Division of Insurance, and agents and brokers for shopping guidance and strategies....

05/12/2026

Two of Colorado's former governors submitted a timely perspective on forest thinning and wildfire management in Colorado, underscoring the balance between reducing wildfire risk and protecting forest ecosystems. At its core, the Fireshed mission supports proactive forest management, recognizing that thoughtful action today leads to stronger, healthier forests over time.

05/12/2026

Forest management tools- such as logging, thinning, prescribed burning and grazing- can help reduce the intensity of wildfires and give firefighters better and safer opportunities to control them.