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WE ARE A COMMUNITY
WE ARE A COMMUNITY
The Barrens Gap Fire Alliance is a group of landowners in the area of Cass, Crow Wing, Hubbard, Morrison, Todd, and Wadena counties. We are a grassroots organizations sharing knowledge, labor, and equipment to implement prescribed fires. We empower private landowners and volunteers to conduct safe and effective burns.
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BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
Our community of landowners and volunteers work together to safely and effectively use prescribed fire. Membership provides opportunities to learn new skills, share knowledge, and access resources to restore and maintain healthy lands.
BENEFITS
BENEFITS
Training and hands-on experience
Access to personnel and equipment
Learn from experienced burners
Build connections with local landowners
Improve habitat and land productivity
Support the use of safe and effective prescribed fire in your community
MEMBER GUIDELINES
MEMBER GUIDELINES
Prescribed fire is a powerful land management practice that requires planning, preparation, and a commitment to safety. To help ensure safe and successful burns, members are expected to follow the association’s policies, operating procedures, and burn plans. Our guidelines promote responsible fire use, protect people and property, and help maintain the trust and reputation of the prescribed fire community.
APPLY TO BE A MEMBER
APPLY TO BE A MEMBER
Are you ready to get involved? Take the first step toward joining a community of landowners committed to safe and effective prescribed fire.
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS
Membership application is open to any landowner in area of Cass, Crow Wing, Hubbard, Morrison, Todd, and Wadena counties. It's recommended that prospective members be located within a 1-hour drive of Pillager Minnesota, but consideration will be made for all applicants.
WHAT TO EXPECT
WHAT TO EXPECT
Membership applications are reviewed to ensure applicants meet the association's membership requirements and understand the responsibilities associated with prescribed fire activities. Once an application is submitted, it will be evaluated according to the association's policies and procedures. Applicants will be notified of their membership status and any additional steps that may be required.
MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
There are three membership options available:
Regular Membership: Regular members are landowners looking to do burns. This membership includes voting rights. Cost for this membership is $40.00 per year.
Associate Membership: Associate members are those looking to learn more about prescribed burning and to assist other landowners with burns. Cost for this membership is $15.00 per year.
Student Membership: Student members are those in secondary education looking to learn more about prescribed burning and to assist other landowners with burns. There is no cost for this membership.
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