MDC offering prescribed burn workshop in Ava June 24

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AVA, Mo. -- The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will be offering a Prescribed Fire Workshop for landowners on Tuesday, June 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Super 8 motel meeting room, 1711 South Jefferson St. at the junction of Route 5 and 76 on the southside of Ava. 

The workshop will provide an overview of how to plan and conduct a safe and effective prescribed burn on various habitat types. Prescribed burning is an effective and cost-efficient management tool, however, there are many issues and concerns to be considered. Effective planning is necessary to achieve beneficial effects as well as maintain a safe burn. This program will cover topics related to fire history, planning, weather, safety, and equipment needs.

Participants are asked to preregister at the Ava USDA office or by calling 417-683-4816 ext. 3.