Local volunteers take part in basic wildland firefighter training
offered jointly by The Nature Conservancy and the
NY Dept. of Environmental Conservation.
© The Nature Conservancy
Volunteer Workdays
A great way to get involved! We will need volunteers
to help prepare firebreaks around prescribed burn units. Activities
will include cutting new firebreaks and cleaning/raking existing
firebreaks at Sam’s Point Preserve to remove leaves and other
accumulated debris. We will be
looking for about 10-15 people to help out for 4-6
hours each day. No prior experience necessary.
NO WORKDAYS SCHEDULED AT THIS TIME.
Prescribed Burn Crews
Get onto the fireline! Volunteers are also needed to work as
crew members in prescribed burning
operations. Basic wildland firefighter training and a physical fitness
test are required for all those who wish to participate in prescribed
burns. Training entails about 40 hours of course and field work
and is offered locally by The Nature Conservancy and the NY Department
of Environmental Conservation. In
addition to these courses, you must also pass a physical fitness
test before participating in a prescribed
burn. This test consists of carrying a 45 lb. pack for 3 miles over
level terrain in 45 minutes or less.
Contact
If you are interested in volunteer opportunities with the Biodiversity
Partnership’s Fire Management
Program or if you would like more information, please contact:
Gabriel Chapin
Phone: (845) 647-7989 x13
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