Firewise landscaping program June 14

Learn about wildfire preparedness before a fire happens. A Firewise program is taking place Wednesday, June 14, at 10:30 a.m. at the Burlington Library at 321 14th St. in Burlington.

Come and understand how to create a defensible space around one’s home. Know what types of materials can be used for construction that are more fire resistant. Enhance landscapes with a variety of more fire resistant plant materials.

Matt Norville, Colorado State community and plains forester for northeast Colorado, and Linda Langelo, Colorado State University Extension horticulture program associate, will be the presenters. Participants will learn techniques about how to give homes and properties an added advantage in case of a wildfire.

All are welcome to this free workshop. During a time when rural communities are suffering from drought, take advantage and learn the fire safety guidelines. These guidelines and the Firewise program were developed by the Colorado State Forest Service’s extensive study of previous wildfires in the state.

If interested, call the Burlington Library at 719-346-8109 and speak with Nick McCarty-Daniels or Lisa Brewer.