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Prevent Wildfires While Target Shooting (Target near rock)

Prevent Wildfires While Target Shooting flyer. 

  • Bring a shovel and water or fire extinguisher to put out a fire.
  • Place your targets on dirt or gravel, away from grass.
  • If fire danger is high, consider shooting at an established outdoor or indoor range.
  • Don’t shoot with steel core ammo.
  • Exploding targets, tracer ammo and incendiary ammo are illegal on public lands.
  • Don’t shoot trash like TVs or other appliances.
  • Don’t smoke or park near dry grass.
Filename
targetshootingplain.zip
Contact
gbhensley@yahoo.com
Agency
US Forest Service
Size
8.5x11
Geographic Area
Pacific Northwest
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Prevent wildfires while target shooting. Border with target sheet on a post, in front of a rock and spark near burning grass in background. Forest Service shield, National Forest Portal sign
Cause
Target Shooting
Language
English
Software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Target Audience
Hunting/shooting
Year
2018

License Holder insert

This is a business card size insert that printed front and back on preforated Avery business card stock. It contains more specific customized information about current restrictions and can be placed into hunting fishing license holders.

Filename
3.5x2licenseholderinsert.zip
Contact
gbhensley@yahoo.com
Agency
US Forest Service
Size
3.5x2
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Prohibited: exploding targets, tracer rounds and fireworks; respected access is open access; help protect your public lands
Cause
Target Shooting
Language
English
Software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Target Audience
Hunting/shooting
Year
2018

Explosives prohibited on national forest lands

8.5x11 flyer that can be edited with more specific text based on regulations in your area. Some places will allow exploding targets at certain times of the year.

Filename
explosivesprohibited.zip
Contact
gbhensley@yahoo.com
Agency
US Forest Service
Size
8.5x11
Thumbnail
Red border with explosives prohibited text; figure shooting tracer ammo; exploding target; respected access is open access logo
Cause
Target Shooting
Language
English
Product
Flyer
Software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Target Audience
Hunting/shooting
Topic Areas
Fire Restrictions/Closures
Year
2018

Prevent Wildfires When Target Shooting

The Forest Service fully recognizes hunting and target shooting as valid uses of National Forest System lands. Help protect the reputation of responsible hunters and shooters by obeying restrictions. The use of explosives are banned on national forests in Oregon and Washington.

The following are prohibited:

• Explosives  • Exploding targets

• Fireworks  • Tracer bullets

• Incendiary ammunition

Filename
target11x17.zip
Contact
gbhensley@yahoo.com
Agency
US Forest Service
Size
11x17
Geographic Area
Pacific Northwest
Thumbnail
Prevent WIldfires when target shooting, on a rustic background with red and white target in lower corner
Cause
Target Shooting
Language
English
Product
Poster
Software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Target Audience
Hunting/shooting
Year
2018

Know Before You Go Shooting Target

Know Before You Go Shooting Target with fire prevention tips for shooters and hunters. Can be commercially printed on tear off pads, or print as needed. COnact gbhensley@yahoo.com for Adobe Illustrator files if needed.

Filename
knowgotargetletter_0.zip
Contact
gbhensley@yahoo.com
Size
8.5x11
Thumbnail
Know before you go when huntinhg and shooting, with fire prevention tips and circle target in center
Cause
Target Shooting
Language
English
Product
Flyer
Software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Target Audience
Hunting/shooting
Year
2018
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NWCG Website Migration

Date: April 01, 2024
Contact: NWCG Webmaster

The National Wildfire Coordinating Group is thrilled to announce a significant upgrade to https://www.nwcg.gov, involving a comprehensive redesign of over 7,000 web pages. This enhancement is focused on improving user experience. The migration to the new NWCG website will commence on April 2, 2024, starting at noon EST and is expected to take a few hours. 

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Please note that while navigating the revamped website, there may be instances of broken links or errors. Our dedicated web migration team has made significant efforts to minimize such issues prior to launch and will promptly address any that arise via use of analytic reports. We value your patience and understanding as we work towards enhancing your overall website experience.

WFSTAR 2023 Year in Review and 2024 Core Component Module Packages Available

Date: March 6, 2024
Contact: Joe Schindel 

The 2023 Fire Year in Review module and 2024 Core Component Module Packages for RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) are now available on the NWCG website. The 2024 Core Component Module Package provides all content needed to deliver RT-130.

 

References:

WFSTAR 2023 Fire Year in Review module

WFSTAR 2024 Core Component Module Packages

2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter

Date: March 6, 2024
Contact: NWCG

The NWCG Executive Board is privileged to share with you the 2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter. As we look into the future and navigate an incredibly complex and dynamic environment, we must remain focused on our mission while actively engaging in national conversations regarding numerous wildland fire initiatives. In 2024, we prioritize building upon our successes and committing to continuous improvement. Key priorities and considerations for this year include: 

  • Determining Core Workload
  • Ensuring Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) Success
  • Improving Efficiencies
  • Firefighter Health and Wellness
  • Engagement in National Conversations

Together we will continue to make significant strides in the challenging and vital work that lies ahead. 

 

References:

2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter

NWCG Welcomes NASA

Date: February 22, 2024
Contact: NWCG

NWCG welcomes the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) as an associate member.

“As wildfires become larger and more frequent, NASA is working to apply our scientific and technological knowledge toward this national challenge, and integral to our approach is forging collaborative partnerships,” said NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy. 

 

References:

NASA News Release

NWCG