PLANT CITY, Fla. – Hillsborough County is inviting residents to experience the power and benefits of prescribed fire at its first-ever Prescribed Fire Fest this Saturday, January 25th. This family-friendly event will be held at Edward Medard Conservation Park from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Prescribed Fire Fest offers a unique opportunity to learn about this essential land management tool through interactive workshops, displays, guided nature walks, and even a live prescribed fire demonstration. Kids can participate in fun activities like wildland firefighting games using a hose. Food trucks will also be on-site to keep everyone fueled for the day.
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Prescribed fire is a carefully planned and controlled burn used to manage and improve ecosystems. By mimicking natural fire cycles, prescribed burns help:
- Restore and maintain fire-dependent ecosystems: Many plant and animal species thrive in fire-adapted environments.
- Enhance forest health: Reduces the buildup of flammable materials, promoting new growth and improving wildlife habitat.
- Reduce wildfire risk: By clearing out underbrush and debris, prescribed fires help prevent larger, uncontrolled wildfires.
Hillsborough County’s Conservation & Environmental Lands Management department conducts numerous prescribed fires each year to manage over 64,000 acres of environmentally sensitive areas.
Event Details:
- What: Prescribed Fire Fest
- When: Saturday, January 25th, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Where: Edward Medard Conservation Park, 6140 Turkey Creek Rd., Plant City, FL 33567
- Cost: Free (park entry fee is $2 per vehicle)
Don’t miss this chance to learn about the important role of prescribed fire in maintaining healthy ecosystems and protecting our communities from wildfires.
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