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USFS Firefighters on Slide Fire

Job and Internship Opportunities: AZWI’s Bi-weekly Roundup!

azwildfireusrApr 15, 20242 min read

There are a lot of exciting opportunities for folks who are interested in jobs in forestry and wildland fire. Don’t wait—the jobs highlighted today have application deadlines coming soon! BIA-Southwestern Region is hiring a Management and Program Analyst Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management is hiring a Forestry Community Engagement Coordinator Northern Arizona University’s […]

Welcome our New Program Assistant Manager for Community Resilience: Megan Rangel-Lynch!

Welcome our New Program Assistant Manager for Community Resilience: Megan Rangel-Lynch!

azwildfireusrApr 2, 20241 min read

A big welcome to our newest team member, Megan! Megan received a B.S. in Environmental Studies from the University of Oregon where her research included a study of how the U.S. Forest Service engages with communities during the revision of…

People standing outside in the Sonoran Desert during Southwest Fire Science Consortium's 2024 Field Trip

Sonoran Desert Fuel Breaks: Field Trip Summary

azwildfireusrFeb 19, 20242 min read

Thank you for joining us on the field tour of Sonoran Desert Fuel Breaks. All of us with the Southwest Fire Science Consortium team and field trip planning committee are grateful for the conversations and connections. If you would like…

Welcome Wade Axup!

Welcome Wade Axup!

azwildfireusrFeb 19, 20241 min read

Our newest team member, Wade Axup, has joined the AZWI as our Academic Program Coordinator. Wade has a professional background as a high school science teacher and department administrator. Coming from California, Wade understands the importance of wildfire preparedness and…