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Forest

Wildfire Resilience

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Program level:

Local

Provider:

Okanogan Conservation District

Benefits provided: 

Financial, Free technical assistance

Land use:

Forest, Agriculture

Water-focused program: 

No

Wildfire risk assessments and resources, potential funding

Overview

Description:

Wildfire is a fact of life in Okanogan County, but losing homes, infrastructure, and habitat doesn't have to be. Our staff can work with you to be more prepared for wildfire season, and help you recover in case fire impacts your property.

Our services include:
- Wildfire risk assessments for existing homes
- Pre-construction site visits to evaluate wildfire risk
- Resources for hardening homes against wildfire
- Community assessments for neighborhoods interested in Firewise USA certification
- Post-fire site visit and recovery recommendations

Contact us even if your concern isn't listed here. We'll help you find the information you need. Check out the wildfire preparedness and wildfire recovery links on our Resources page.

Fire Recovery Funding
Funding to replace qualifying 2020 wildfire losses is available. Click here for more information.

Eligibility:

None required

Financial benefit: 

Financial assistance varies, check the fire recovery funding list to see if your property is eligible

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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