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Bringing people together to strengthen collaborations, synthesize science, and enhance science application to fire management challenges. Part of the Joint Fire Science Program (JFSP) Fire Science Exchange Network https://nrfirescience.org

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In 2025, we focused on increasing community education around fire through film screenings, workshops, and publications. Read the success story on our website: buff.ly/QsphNLt

05.02.2026 19:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It's webinar season & the Missoula Fire Sciences Lab's seminar series is back! Find the evolving list of presentations and register here: buff.ly/qxTDuVN

02.02.2026 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The science of how organizations, and the people within these, learn is a relatively new field of study. Organizational learning implies not only the acquisition of knowledge, but the use of that knowledge by employees to improve practices. Visit the Hot Topic page to learn more: buff.ly/QL0HSpO

26.01.2026 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fire and Fuels Deep-Dive Science Sessions | Northern Rockies Fire Science Network

RMRS Forest Service Research and Development presents a series of Deep Dive Panel Discussions intended for fire, fuels, and land managers on critical topics associated with fuels and fire management. Register here:

23.01.2026 19:01 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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One of our priority topics last year was training & workforce development. We engaged in activities to build capacity in the region, including: Fire & Fuels Monitoring Training, Perspectives - Preparing the Next Generation through Student Fire Associations, & Behave7 Webinars. buff.ly/c7PNzen

20.01.2026 19:02 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How effective are landscape scale fuel treatments? Today we're revisiting this brief, published in collaboration with the Rocky Mountain Research Station. Read the full publication on our website: buff.ly/JFbHILd

12.01.2026 20:27 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Find our January newsletter in your inbox now! This edition includes a 2025 recap, NAFEW call for presentations, and more. Read it & subscribe here: buff.ly/KqmpsES

09.01.2026 18:31 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Organizers of the North American Forest Ecology Workshop are now seeking submissions for oral and poster presentations. The deadline to submit abstracts is February 2nd. Also note that registration is open, register now before the price increases on February 25th! Learn more: buff.ly/OmmIfLI

07.01.2026 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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One more look back at our year, Spotify Wrapped style. It was a good one! Here's to continuing the momentum into 2026!

30.12.2025 19:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy Holidays! Thanks to all who have supported our work in the past year. Here's to more good collaboration and knowledge sharing in 2026!

24.12.2025 19:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A new webinar recording is now available on our website! Watch "Site conditions constrain the influence of fire on regeneration of whitebark pine" buff.ly/vppL2VE

18.12.2025 19:02 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Early bird registration for "Adapting Together" closes December 31st, and the poster submission deadline is this Friday! Register now or visit the website to learn more: buff.ly/an21EfL

15.12.2025 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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We had a whirlwind of a week at the Association of Fire Ecology 2025 Fire Congress. Thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth, to all the great event speakers, and for all of the good conversations and learning.

06.12.2025 02:29 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We had a great time at the Montana Prescribed Fire Council annual meeting in Miles City this week! There are some exciting plans on the horizon for prescribed fire in Montana, stay tuned! buff.ly/bP5mGJQ

21.11.2025 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Mountain backdrop with NRFSN logo and text saying November 2025 Newsletter

Find our November newsletter in your inbox! In this edition: upcoming meetings in the region, our AFE Fire Congress plans, and new monitoring resources. Read it or subscribe here: buff.ly/o1nAykM

14.11.2025 19:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Curious about big sagebrush fire ecology and management? Visit our Hot Topic page on the subject to find curated resources: buff.ly/nKeUaEq

06.11.2025 19:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A Year of Collaboration: The Fire Science Exchange Network This storymap highlights the real-world impacts and accomplishments of the Fire Science Exchange Network in fiscal year 2024.

A story map, produced by @firesciencegov, highlights the real-world impacts & accomplishments from the FSEN. Our section focuses on the Risk-Informed Wildfire Management hot topic page we developed as a rapid response to a request from the Rocky Mountain Research Station.

03.11.2025 21:00 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Mark your calendars for a joint webinar, presented with the Whitebark Pine Ecosystem Foundation, on November 18th at 12pm MST. Josh Beisel will present findings from his work studying Whitebark pine ecology within the treeline ecotone of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, MT/ID. buff.ly/Zj2y2bC

21.10.2025 20:27 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us and our fellow exchanges for a special session and fire circle at the International Fire Ecology & Management Congress in New Orleans! In addition to these presentations, we'll be at the exhibit hall with a booth all week. Learn more about our AFE plans here: buff.ly/DJdZLbo

17.10.2025 18:02 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Last week, we attended the Whitebark Pine Conference. It was great to connect with a new audience & learn more about the 5-needle pines. Managers and scientists are engaged in important research and restoration across the region & beyond. Check out our Hot Topic page on the subject: buff.ly/ge9KGtT

14.10.2025 18:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Find our October 2025 Newsletter in your inboxes now! In this edition, details about an upcoming webinar we are jointly hosting with the Whitebark Pine Foundation on November 18th. Read the newsletter here: buff.ly/rajStDX

10.10.2025 18:03 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sign up for RX-310 and get full access to the 2025 AFE Fire Congress in New Orleans! This NWCG fire ecology training course gives wildland fire managers & practitioners access to the latest fire and fuels science while connecting with other professionals. Learn more and register: buff.ly/KmYGM1z

30.09.2025 18:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Have questions about aspen restoration & management in the Northern Rockies? Check out our Hot Topic page on the subject, developed in partnership with Grand Teton NP. buff.ly/uhhaKrA

25.09.2025 00:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Did you know wildfires burn more rangeland than forest? We collaborated with 8 other JFSP exchanges to produce a storymap about rangeland wildfires. Visit our website to explore it: buff.ly/ULxbMA3

19.09.2025 18:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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U of I awarded $1.4M to advance wildfire research and graduate education | University of Idaho University of Idaho receives a NSF EPSCoR grant to support new doctoral researchers tackling wildfire science, forest regeneration and rural resilience.

Some big news in our region! U of I is awarded $1.4M to advance wildfire research and graduate education. The program will train future fire scientists to help solve our wildfire crises.

15.09.2025 18:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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September newsletter is out now! Find our newly published 2024 @firescience.gov Field Trip Summary, recent research briefs, and more. Read it or subscribe here: buff.ly/wkRWjsG

12.09.2025 15:28 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Women in Wildland Fire Training available October 23–26th, at Lubrecht Experimental Forest (MT). Applications are due by September 24th. This training is for those new to wildland fire careers, offering mentorship, and foundational skills in an inclusive environment. Learn more: buff.ly/RTpajjz

08.09.2025 21:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Joint Fire Science Program's Notice of Funding is open for just two more weeks, until September 18th. If you submit a proposal for research in or including the Northern Rockies region, please reach out to us to discuss science delivery options and a letter of support: buff.ly/UnfMutN

03.09.2025 14:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Mark your calendars for this month's LANDFIRE office hour, Wednesday August 27th at 11a MT. This month Paul Corrigan, USFS Smoke and RAWS Coordinator will present "FUEL + (LAND)FIRE = SMOKE" Learn more: buff.ly/mdKLL1c

22.08.2025 17:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Prescribed fire is an important tool for management of many ecosystems, but often there is a gap between desired and actual useage. We spoke to individuals representing three different perspectives on this issue, exploring the barriers to implementing prescribed fire in the region. buff.ly/KzxQyWO

19.08.2025 17:04 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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