New publication can help after fire

Anyone who has had the misfortune of experiencing a fire on their forestland will find Recovering from Wildfire an excellent first step toward recovery.

This eight-page brochure is chock-full of information on issues of concern to landowners as well as resources for further assistance.

It’s impressive to see how much solid information can fit in a scant eight pages. The publication covers emergency resources, how to assess damages, erosion control measures, road protection, salvage harvesting, and forest regeneration. There are tips on contracting with a registered professional forester and a short discussion of tax implications. There is also a section on cost-share programs and who to contact.

Recovering from Wildfire was published by Shasta County University of California Cooperative Extension, Forestry. You can request a copy from Shasta County UCCE, Forestry, 1851 Hartnell Avenue, Redding, CA 96002, (530) 224-4902 or call the California Stewardship Helpline, 1-800-PET-TREE.