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On the Line-Survey Says... Apr 21, 2020: While much is known about the science of wildland fire behavior, the same cannot necessarily be said about our understanding of the impacts that these blazes have upon those tasked with putting them out. Although that knowledge base is slowly building, much remains to be learned about the psychological and behavioral health of wildland firefighters (WLFF’s). Thanks to the recent research efforts of clinical psychology doctoral student Patty O’Brien (a former Lolo Hotshot, and now Dr. O’Brien), we now know a great deal more. Patty was able to survey over 2600 current or former wildland firefighters to learn more about their demographic, employment, and clinical characteristics, as well as their health behaviors. In this, the tenth and final podcast of On the Line season three, Patty and her doctoral advisor Dr. Duncan Campbell join host Charlie Palmer to discuss some of her groundbreaking findings, and to chart out a course for future steps.

Northern Bobwhite, Grasslands, and Savannas (2022) Framework for Conservation Action: This folder will contain the 2022 framework, as well as graphics, powerpoint presentations, and other materials that will support NRCS and partner staff in understanding this new path forward, and communicating it to others. Contact Bridgett Costanzo, NRCS, WLFW Regional Coordinator @ bridgett.costanzo@usda.gov with any questions or additional information needs.

Presentation to WLFW Partners on NOBO, Grasslands, and Savannas Framework: On March 2, 2022 as the release of the release by NRCS of the new framework is pending, Bridgett Costanzo of WLFW and Jessica McGuire of Quail Forever gave an overview of the framework, the associated needs assessment, and activities already underway to add staff and design a national monitoring plan. To view the recorded webinar based on these slides, go to the webinars section

Northern Bobwhite, Grasslands, and Savannas (2022) Framework for Conservation Action

USEC Bonnie Keynote for the Corridors, Connectivity and Crossings Conference: Under Secretary Robert Bonnie, Farm Production and Conservation, USDA

WLFW Pollinator Conservation Webinar Series: Session # 11 PF/QF’s Pollinator Habitat Program: Session 11 of the WLFW East Region Conservation Webinar series was presented by Kim Cole, PF/QF’s Habitat Education Program Manager. This session focuses on resources for hosting pollinator events and is the second session on “pollinator outreach” in the series. Topics covered include Pollinator Habitat Outreach Program, Habitat Education Resources, and Milkweed in the Classroom.

Northern Bobwhite Quail, Grasslands & Savannas Partner Website: The Northern Bobwhite, Grasslands and Savannas Partner Website is for information sharing by technical experts within NRCS and among its partners. You must login or register with the provider to access the folders. The site was funded for NRCS and its staff and partners to collaborate, store and share information.

SE FireMap Phase II: Developing the Decision Support System Webinar: A free and open webinar for practitioners and the public to learn about the Southeast (SE) FireMap and next steps in its development as an operational decision-support tool for resource managers. In this next phase, the SE FireMap aims to provide up-to-date information to support fire management and conservation efforts. Representatives from USDA-NRCS, Tall Timbers Research, and USGS lead the webinar.