Call of the Outdoors

Ep. 67 | Forged by Fire: Prescribed Burns for Better Habitat

March 4, 2026·56 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Prescribed fire is a HOT topic in Pennsylvania!  Fire Program Manager Bryan Whitmore and Southcentral Assistant Regional Forester Brent McNeal join host Matt Morrett to discuss the value of prescribed fire as the ultimate habitat management tool that directly benefits game species and how meticulous practices ensure safety and promote healthy native wildlife habitat.     Episode Highlights:  Current status of the 15-year PGC fire program What an ideal burn day looks like What a burn plan is and why it’s so important Why prescribed fire is an effective habitat management tool  The difference between prescribed fire and wildfire Driving the future of the fire program through refinement   Resources:  Learn more about the PGC prescribed fire program.  View our online mapping system for upcoming prescribed fires.  Sign up for prescribed fire notifications in your area. Check out the Pennsylvania Prescribed Fire Council.

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