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Prescribed fire

Why Science and Storytelling Matter More Than Ever for Prescribed Fire

In today’s changing climate, prescribed fire is more than just a land management technique. It’s a lifeline for our forests, grasslands, and wildlife. But despite its benefits, prescribed fire continues … Read more

Building the Future of Fire: Fort Valley Students Join Their First Learn & Burn

Prescribed fire is more than a management tool—it’s a tradition, a science, and an essential part of restoring and maintaining healthy forests. At our latest Learn & Burn event, we … Read more

An Open Letter to Aspiring Ecologists, Conservationists, and Naturalists

To everyone striving to make a difference in ecology, conservation, and natural sciences, I know the journey isn’t always easy. Choosing to walk a path dedicated to understanding, protecting, and … Read more

A person stands near a small plant in a forest.

Honoring Legacy, Land, and Resilience: Mr. Blount’s Story

For Mr. Blount, home is more than just a house—it is a living testament to perseverance, self-reliance, and history. A lifelong resident of Covington County, Alabama, he carries the legacy … Read more

A group of people stand on a cleared path in the forest.

Sowing the Seeds of Knowledge: A Longleaf For All Field Day Recap

On October 29, 2024, the Southeast Forestry program hosted an engaging field day in Tuskegee, Alabama, focused on forestry and wildlife management for landowners and outreach professionals. The gathering brought … Read more

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The Power of Prescribed Burning: A Practice That Unites Us All

During a recent trip to the Dominican Republic, I found myself captivated by the landscape as I drove from the airport. Vibrant fields of sugar cane and bananas sprawled on both … Read more

Prescribed fire

Longleaf for All’s Prescribed Fire Workshop

In the heart of Southeast Georgia, nestled within the vast expanse of longleaf pine forests, lies the Willie Hodges Estate Family Farm—a testament to the harmonious balance between economic prosperity … Read more