12/30/2025
Firewise communities are the cornerstones of wildfire prevention by encouraging neighbors helping neighbors and community based efforts before, during and after fires.
If your community is interested in learning more about how to become Firewise recognized, contact your local ODF office!
Baker ODF 541-523-5831.
PINE VALLEY FIREWISE RECOGNIZED FOR WILDFIRE MITIGATION WORK
BAKER COUNTY -- The Oregon Department of Forestry—Northeast Oregon District recently recognized the Pine Valley Firewise Community for their collaborative efforts in fuel reduction projects.
According to the ODF, Pine Valley Firewise is led by Debi Lawrence and collaborates with community partners such as The Oregon State Fire Marshal, Baker ODF, and OSU Extension.
The Idaho Youth Corps returned again this year as the boots-on-the-ground to get the work done. ODF Northeast Oregon stated, “This season, the crew stayed busy completing critical fuel-reduction and wildfire-mitigation projects, helping protect vulnerable landowners living in high-fire-risk areas. In addition to hands-on fieldwork, the youth corps participated in education and outreach events led by subject-matter experts from Baker ODF, OSFM, and Baker County OSU Extension—building skills, awareness, and long-term community resilience.”
Oregon Department of Forestry officials thanked all involved “…for your continued dedication to wildfire preparedness, collaboration, and community safety.”
**Oregon Department of Forestry photo**
