by catherine | Nov 8, 2024 | Resources
Biochar is a preferred alternative to pile burning for vegetation management because it reduces smoke (and carbon emissions), increases soil and forest health, and reduces scarring on the forest floor. The best part is that it’s an easy modification to traditional...
by catherine | Sep 6, 2024 | Grants, Reduce Risk
What is a moonscape and is it important? What are your thoughts on “gorilla hair mulch”? Do you know if you’ve got “Ladder fuel” laying around your property? If only there were a Defensible Space guide that demystified the jargon and helped us understand...
by wpengine | Sep 6, 2024 | Reduce Risk
The Seven Saturdays series by PG&E is such a great review of defensible space, home hardening and emergency preparedness! Have a watch and see what you might knock off your list this month to create a safer environment for you, your family and your neighbors. ...
by wpengine | Aug 30, 2024 | Emergency Prep, Reduce Risk
The following blog post is a summary of Carl Wahl’s Residential Generator Seminar presentation. Read on for specs, pros and cons and an a deep dive into… How a Generator Works Fuel Choices Types of Home Generators Sizing a Generator for Your Needs Overall...
by catherine | Aug 30, 2024 | Emergency Prep, Reduce Risk
Together they can make a world of difference in fire prevention. Did you know … When doing work outside on your land with mowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, or other mechanical devices, placing a shovel and one gallon of water somewhere nearby can save you a lot of...