#RecreateResponsibly: Wildfire Edition - Forest Park Conservancy

As the weather becomes warmer, and forested vegetation, or fuels, begin to dry out, it is time to plan for wildfires. We all play a valuable role in preventing wildfires. Nearly nine out of ten wildfires nationwide are human-caused and can be prevented.

Everyone can do their part to help prevent wildfires in Forest Park and other public spaces. Please take a look at the #RecreateResponsibly Wildfire Edition Guidelines and do your part to prevent wildfires and stay safe during #FireYear2022.

Forest Park Wildfire Risk Reduction Project

The Forest Park Conservancy has partnered with the City of Portland’s Parks and Recreation Department and Fire and Rescue Departments under the Forest Park Wildfire Risk Reduction Project.

This project is funded by a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). As a Forest Park User, you can do your part with these three tips:

Awareness: Be aware of your entry and exit points when visiting the park so that you can get help or find the best escape route in the event of an emergency.

Action: Smoking is not allowed in Forest Park or other City of Portland parks, period. Whether recreating in Forest Park or other public lands, know the rules and act appropriately. Please do your part to prevent fire in Forest Park and wherever you go.

Alert: Report any fires, no matter the size, by calling 911. Be prepared to provide accurate and precise locations.

It’s crucial that we all work together to grow a culture of caring.

Check out these additional Wildfire Resources:

Forestparkconservancy.org/fire

Spanish: Forestparkconservancy.org/fuego

National Interagency Fire Center: NIFC.gov

InciWeb Incident Information System: inciweb.nwcg.gov

One Less Spark, One Less Wildfire: One Less Spark Campaign

Firewise: Firewise USA®

Leave No Trace: Leave No Trace – Mitigating Destructive Wildfires

Wildfire Safety Tips for Outdoor Recreation from REI

Smokey Bear Safety Tips: Smokey Bear’s Prevention How-Tos!