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The Science Behind Wildfire Behavior

05.16.25| True North

The Science Behind Wildfire Behavior

At the heart of wildfire science are three key elements—fuel, weather, and topography, often called the fire behavior triangle.

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Fire Practitioner vs. Wildland Firefighter: Understanding the Differences

04.17.25| True North

Fire Practitioner vs. Wildland Firefighter: Understanding the Differences

Two key roles in this field are fire practitioners and wildland firefighters. While both work with fire, they do so in very different ways.

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2025 Wildland Fire Predictions: What We Can Expect This Fire Season

01.22.25| True North

2025 Wildland Fire Predictions: What We Can Expect This Fire Season

As we enter 2025, the wildland fire community is bracing for what many experts predict will be another intense fire season across North America.

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Celebrating Aviation in Wildland Firefighting

11.11.24| True North

Celebrating Aviation in Wildland Firefighting

November is National Aviation History Month, a time dedicated to celebrating and acknowledging the remarkable evolution of aviation and its impact across countless industries.On... Continue Reading

Cultural Burning Practices: The Importance of Good Fire

10.14.24| True North

Cultural Burning Practices: The Importance of Good Fire

For thousands of years, Indigenous communities have been caretakers of the land, using fire as a tool to manage ecosystems, maintain biodiversity, and reduce the risk of more ex... Continue Reading

A Guide to Becoming a Wildland Firefighter: Steps to Start Your Career

08.26.24| True North

A Guide to Becoming a Wildland Firefighter: Steps to Start Your Career

Wildland firefighters combat fires in forests, grasslands, and other natural areas. They work in some of the most challenging and dangerous environments, often enduring ext... Continue Reading