The first evening will kick off with a presentation on the foundational concepts and ecology of forest health in the San Juan Mountains of Southwest Colorado. Topics will include the historical role and importance of fire in the San Juan Mountains and how science helps direct decisions about forest management today.
Speakers & Panelists:
Dr. Michael Remke: Research Associate, Mountain Studies Institute
Matt Tuten: Silviculturalist, San Juan National Forest
Mark Loveall: Supervisory Forester of Forest Planning and Implementation, Colorado State Forest Service