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Prescribed Burning
Prescribed Burning for Missouri Land Managers
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Schell-Osage CA 4662 S 2950 Rd Schell City, MO 64783 Get Directions |
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Prescribed burning can be a valuable tool for managing native plant diversity and controlling undesirable vegetation, but it can be dangerous and ineffective when not used properly. This workshop will provide basic information about how to plan and execute a prescribed burn for grassland management.
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| This in person workshop will be held at Schell-Osage CA, 4662 S 2950 Rd, Schell City, MO 64783. The online "Official Missouri Prescribed Burn Course" must be completed before attending this event. You can register for the online portion here: https://www.hunter-ed.com/prescribedburn The online course has a $25 charge to a third-party host (not MDC) and can be completed in approximately 2 – 4 hours. Please bring your certificate of completion to the Demonstration Field Day. We will be conducting a prescribed burn if weather permits so please dress accordingly with leather boots, leather gloves, cotton pants, cotton long sleeve shirt, and safety glasses. Participants will learn about burn equipment, burn line installation, safe weather parameters, ignition operations, and other techniques to safely conduct a prescribed burn. Members from the Upper Osage Grasslands Prescribed Burn Association (UOPBA) will be assisting with the workshop and will have the trailer present. A light lunch and water will be provided. |
Aimee Coy |
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Cancellation Policies: You must cancel your registration before Saturday, September 19, 2026. |
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Age Policy: This event is open to all ages. |
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