Maryland Prescribed Fire Council

Working together to promote the use and importance of prescribed fire in Maryland

Mission Statement

“The mission of the Maryland Prescribed Fire Council is to protect, promote, and expand the safe and responsible use of prescribed fire in Maryland; foster the exchange of information, techniques, and experiences of the Maryland prescribed fire community, and increase public understanding of the importance and benefits of prescribed fire.”

Prescribed Fire at Fishing Bay WMA

About Us

Find out about our mission, what we do, and who we are.

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Three firefighters on a prescribed burn on the Eastern Shore

Resources

Find resources to learn more about prescribed fire.

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Northeast – Midwest Regional Prescribed Fire Science and Management Workshop 2025 Field Tour at Nassawango Creek Preserve

Events

Find out about upcoming events, trainings, or webinars.

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Become a Member

Become part of the prescribed fire community in Maryland and help protect, promote, and expand the use of prescribed fire in our state.

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