John Bailey will walk you through the complex relationship with fire in landscapes like Oregon that have a rich fire history and ecological underpinning that has not been fully understood or appreciated until recently by Western science and management. His perspective draws from personal and professional experiences that span four decades of forestry work (including firefighting), research and teaching. He will include an update on the 2025 wildfire season with an explanation of why wildfires seem to be getting worse overall – with time for plenty of audience questions about wildfire and community safety.
Registration for this event is required. These lectures are free to the public, thanks to the support of generous Historical Society donors. Space is limited. Click or tap here to reserve your free ticket.
