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CAFMS

A Member of the JFSP Fire Science Exchange Network

Consortium of Appalachian
Fire Managers and Scientists

CAFMS primary goal is to disseminate products and host activities that will increase

and accelerate the flow of fire science and management information between scientists and managers in the Appalachian region.

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Membership is free. Our members receive our quarterly newsletter with access to special workshops, events, job notices, and more. Becoming a member is a great way to connect with other fire professionals throughout the region.

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North Carolina Certified Prescribed Burn Manager Course: October 12-14, 2026: Information

Beneficial Fire Summit: December 7-11, 2026 Mission Bay San Diego, CA. Information

Oak Woodlands and Forests Fire Consortium: Air Quality and Health Impacts of Prescribed Burning in the Southeastern US; November 17, 2026 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. EST.

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Curzon, M.T., Lhotka, J.M., Keyser, T.L. et al. 2026. Irregular Shelterwood Methods for Achieving Ecological and Climate Adaptation Objectives in the Central Hardwood Forest Region. Journal of Forestry.

Source: Journal Of Forestry

DOI: https://doi.org/10.3390/f17060691

October 2026

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Wildland Fire Therapy Service

A therapy service available to you as a federal wildland firefighter or dispatcher is offered through Magellan Federal and provides access to evidence-based mental health treatment. It offers a network of licensed psychologists, professional counselors, social workers, and marriage and family therapists with expertise in addressing the mental health needs of emergency responders. Providers are available in every state. Primary and secondary federal wildland firefighters and federal dispatchers in full-time, seasonal, temporary, collateral duty, and administratively determined (AD) positions are eligible to use the service.

You can receive an initial assessment and up to 16 sessions per year at no cost. Visit the Federal Wildland Firefighter Health and Wellbeing Program website.

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