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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ABOUT FIRE
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.
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Announcements
Duff in the Sandhills Fire Science Workshop
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March 10, 2026 Weymouth Woods - Sandhills Nature Preserve Southern Pines, NC
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Field Trip to Weymouth Woods
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$65 registration, lunch provided, capacity at 30 attendees. Registration closes March 3rd
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This is the second of three duff fire science workshops. The third and final workshop will be on April 15th at North Carolina Beach State Park.
RX - 310 Introduction to Fire Effects Southern Appalachians
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June 8-11, 2026
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Meals and lodging provided at a daily rate
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Acceptance notifications will be sent by April 1, 2026
The Nature Conservancy is hiring a Western Virginia Recovery Program Manager
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Based in Lexington, VA and will report to the Allegheny Highlands Program Managers
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Position open until filled
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Full time 10 year term position, without renewal
Upcoming Webinar
2026 Webinar Series: Fire Science You Can Use - Community Response to Wildfire
March 11, 2026 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST.
Presented by Forest Service Research and Development, organized by the Rocky Mountain Research Station.
Research
Low light improves ability of Appalachian oak seedlings to compete with mesophytes in nitrogen-rich soils
Authors: Sarah L. Ottinger, Chelcy Ford Miniat, Joel Scott, Nina Wurzburger
Source: Forest Ecology and Management
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