Eco Burn Education: Online Workshop

Fire is a force of nature, capable of both awe-inspiring beauty and devastating destruction. While the potential for loss of life and property is undeniable, completely eliminating fire is not an option. In fact, fire has played a crucial role in shaping our landscape for millions of years. This FREE set of educational modules delve into the intricate relationship between fire and the environment, exploring how it benefits plant and animal life, and ultimately, helps us become better stewards of our land. You’ll learn why fire is not just an enemy, but a natural process that, when understood and managed wisely, can contribute to a healthy and resilient ecosystem.

 

Module 1: Introduction to Fire in Australian Landscapes
 

 

Module 2: Understanding Fuel Ingredients: Fuel
 

 

Module 3: Understanding Fuel Ingredients: Weather

 

 

Module 4: Understanding Fuel Ingredients: Topography

 

 

Module 5: Types of Fire

 

 

Module 6: An introduction into Australia’s Fire History

 

 

Module 7: Recent Fire History of NSW

 

 

Module 8: Climate Change and Fire

 

 

Module 9: Modules 1 - 8 Summary

 

 

Module 10: Vegetation Responses to Fire

 

 

Module 11: Animal Responses to Fire

 

 

Module 12: Burning for Biodiversity

 

 

Module 13: Modules 10-12 Summary

 

 

Module 14: General Fire Planning

 

 

Module 15: Planning for Bushfire on Your Property

 

 

Module 16: Planning to Use Fire as a Land Management Tool

 

 

Module 17: Building a Property Fire Management Plan

 

 

Module 18: Conclusions