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CAFMS

A Member of the JFSP Fire Science Exchange Network

Consortium of Appalachian
Fire Managers and Scientists

CAFMS primary goal is to disseminate products and host activities that will increase

and accelerate the flow of fire science and management information between scientists and managers in the Appalachian region.

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Membership is free. Our members receive our quarterly newsletter with access to special workshops, events, job notices, and more. Becoming a member is a great way to connect with other fire professionals throughout the region.

Announcements

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Northeast - Midwest Prescribed Fire Science and Management Workshop Save the Date

July 21-23, 2026
Blended Learning Excursion in 2026. This three‑day experience combines the flexibility of virtual learning with the richness of in‑person field opportunities across the Northeast and Midwest.
For more information visit the conference website

Joint Fire Science Program published its Fiscal Years 2024 and 2025 Progress Report

Upcoming Webinar

July 7, 2026 12:00 p.m. EST: University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point: Restoring Fire’s Role in Ecosystem Health: A Prescribed Fire Case Study in Barrens and Biodiversity

Research

Shortleaf Pine (Pinus echinata): Management Challenges, Knowledge Gaps, and Opportunities for an Unsung Species

Authors: Benjamin O. Knapp et al.

Source: Journal of Forestry

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s44392-026-00084-x

Latest Newsletter

March 2026

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Wildland Fire Therapy Service

A therapy service available to you as a federal wildland firefighter or dispatcher is offered through Magellan Federal and provides access to evidence-based mental health treatment. It offers a network of licensed psychologists, professional counselors, social workers, and marriage and family therapists with expertise in addressing the mental health needs of emergency responders. Providers are available in every state. Primary and secondary federal wildland firefighters and federal dispatchers in full-time, seasonal, temporary, collateral duty, and administratively determined (AD) positions are eligible to use the service.

You can receive an initial assessment and up to 16 sessions per year at no cost. Visit the Federal Wildland Firefighter Health and Wellbeing Program website.

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