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Whidbey Firewise Program
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Program level:
Local
Provider:
Whidbey Island Conservation District
Benefits provided:
Free technical assistance
Land use:
Agriculture, Forest
Water-focused program:
No
Our staff supports residents and communities with expertise in forest health and stewardship, structure and wildland fire protection, and facilitation and community building.
Overview
Description:
Free Home Assessment visits that look at the exterior, landscaped, and forested portions of your property and discuss ways to proactively address wildfire hazards.
Support for communities interested in pursuing the Firewise USA program. The national recognition program provides a proven model and steps to take to encourage community-wide collaboration in wildfire preparedness. Learn more about how your community of 8+ homes can get started.
Firewise educates homeowners about the science behind wildfire, and empowers them with tools to take proactive steps to reduce their risk. Check our resource library for helpful guides for both adults and kids on our website.
Eligibility:
N/A
Financial benefit:
N/A
Contact information
Information last updated on July 15, 2025.
Planning Importance
Developing a forest, agricultural, or conservation plan helps identify and prioritize objectives for landowners. These objectives can determine what type programs to search for. Supporting organizations in your area often provide free consultation and planning.
Landscape Characteristics
See how your land fits into the broader context of regional conservation, ecosystem services, and working lands' values across the landscape through our interactive mapper tool. It could help you determine which program is a good fit for you!
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