# Event Details - **Event Name**: Friend to the Forest: Wildfire Resilience - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: On the second Thursday of each month, join Friends of the ACFL to explore new ways to be a good neighbor to our community forest lands!About this EventSkagit Conservation's Forestry and Wildfire Resilience teams will be presenting on forest and fire ecology along with current wildfire season conditions in Western WA and the Anacortes area. This will include discussing what homeowners and communities can do to mitigate their wildfire risks and how we as the local Conservation District can help.Instructor Bios: Nick Kunz, Skagit Conservation District ForesterNick holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Forestry and Natural Resources and professional certifications in GIS, wetlands, dendrochronology, and wildland fire, with extensive experience across private, state, federal and tribal forestlands. He assists landowners through our forestry program which provides no-cost, voluntary technical assistance for developing integrated forest management plans for cost share eligibility. In addition to planning services, the program provides all landowners with resources on establishing and maintaining healthy trees and forests, natural resource conservation practices, local forest products resources, tree farm certification for eligible forest landowners, and supports outreach and education for a variety of community groups, students, educators, and forest landowners.Robert Walters, Skagit and Whatcom Conservation District Community Wildfire Resilience SpecialistRobert Walters has been with the Conservation District since February of 2024. Robert brings extensive experience across a variety of professional fields to, once again, pursue his passion for natural resources. He often finds himself in awe at the beauty of natural systems and their interactions. Fire plays an important role in these systems, but also requires that we are prepared and have plans in place for when fire crosses from the wildland into the settled land. Robert received his Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Policy & Management from Oregon State University, graduating summa cum laude. In his spare time, Robert can be found on a golf course, in a local river or stream, or enjoying a good football game.Alexis Bryson, Skagit and Whatcom Conservation District Community Wildfire Resilience TechnicianAlexis is a Western Washington University graduate with a Bachelor's of Science in Environmental Science and a minor in Political Science and is currently pursuing her Masters of Science in Environmental and Climate Law. She joined the Conservation District in April of 2024 and has enjoyed leading homeowners in wildfire home risk assessments and educating folks of all ages about wildfires and natural resources. When she is not at work, Alexis can be found volunteering at the local humane society or enjoying walks outdoors. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/anacortes/friend-to-the-forest-wildfire-resilience/100001993695250162 - **Event Categories**: science-fair, sports, workshops, football, volunteering - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Friends of the Anacortes Community Forest Lands: Forest Discovery Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Anacortes - **state**: WA - **country**: United States - **location**: Friends of the Anacortes Community Forest Lands: Forest Discovery Center - **lat**: 48.5189128 - **long**: -122.6128152 - **full address**: Friends of the Anacortes Community Forest Lands: Forest Discovery Center, 404 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Friend to the Forest: Wildfire Resilience - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/d50fa4226589de2cc304f2ba12a34287acfe86ead89ef249c24acb2d83691fb2-rimg-w1024-h661-dc92938e-gmir.jpg?v=1783924265 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Friend to the Forest: Wildfire Resilience being held? - **A:** Friend to the Forest: Wildfire Resilience takes place on Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Friends of the Anacortes Community Forest Lands: Forest Discovery Center, 404 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Friend to the Forest: Wildfire Resilience? - **A:** Friend to the Forest: Wildfire Resilience is organized by Friends of the Anacortes Community Forest Lands. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Friend to the Forest: Wildfire Resilience is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Anacortes, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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