11th International Fire Ecology and Management Congress
The 11th International Fire Ecology and Management Congress will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana from December 2-6, 2025. This event will include workshops, field trips, and 3 full days of presentations, discussion groups, and networking opportunities.
View the conference webpage for more information.
The CFSC will be hosting several events at the conference, you can view these activities below:
Special Session- Bridging Science and Practice in California: A CFSC Student Research Showcase
Thursday, December 4th
10:40 am- 12:20 pm, 1:50 pm- 3:30 pm
Room 6
The California Fire Science Consortium (CFSC) strives to accelerate the awareness, understanding, and adoption of fire science information by decision-makers across the region. Applying research to land management decisions can be challenging due to limited actionable findings, information overload, researcher-practitioner disconnects, and findings that don’t always align with local conditions. Meanwhile, students are addressing these barriers by producing innovative research, yet face limited platforms to share their work with land managers, decision-makers, and the broader research community.
This special session highlights student-led research in fire and fuels management across California’s landscapes, with a focus on actionable solutions for decision-makers. The session is divided into two themes: Session 1, Prescribed Fire Across California, and Session 2, Fire and Fuels Management for Restoration and Resilience. Presentations will cover topics such as forest resilience, post-fire reforestation, prescribed burning windows, and more.
This special session provides a platform to engage with the next generation of fire scientists who are helping to shape the future of land and fire stewardship in California. By highlighting student-led projects with clear management implications, we aim to emphasize the value of applied, collaborative science, while encouraging more researchers to engage with land managers in the research process.
Special Session- Science exchange to address some of wildfire’s most pressing issues: WUI, fuels reduction, Tribal engagement, & post-fire response
Friday, December 5th
10:40 am- 12:20 pm
Room 5
The Joint Fire Science Program (JFSP) established the Fire Science Exchange Network to bridge the gap between research and practice, ensuring wildland fire science meets the evolving needs of landscapes and communities. Now more than ever, the urgency of wildfire challenges—across ecological, cultural, and social dimensions—demands innovation and collaboration. This session will showcase eight examples from across the U.S. that reflect how the Network addresses these needs through targeted engagement and science delivery. Presentations include tools and partnerships for implementing fuel breaks in northern communities, supporting aspen management through cross-boundary science, and assessing post-fire recovery strategies through projects like SEEDS and the After the Wildfire Guide for Arizona. Other talks highlight approaches to communication, such as improving wildfire preparedness resources for non-English-speaking communities in California and creating smoke outreach tools for prescribed fire programs. A video storytelling project demonstrates how community values and fire history can shape future fire decisions, while another presentation shares a collaborative effort to build Tribal capacity for fire and fuels monitoring. Together, these efforts illustrate the power of meaningful partnerships and tailored science communication to support fire-adapted landscapes and resilient communities. Ample time will be provided for audience discussion and knowledge exchange.
Fire Circle- Fire Science in Action: Communication, Collaboration, and Connection
Friday, December 5th
1:50 pm- 3:30 pm
Room 12
Join this interactive fire circle to hear tips from experienced fire science communicators and explore real-world examples from across the country. A panel discussion and hands-on showcase will help participants strengthen their science communication and collaboration skills in fire management.
Tentative Agenda:
Welcome & Introduction
Panel Presentations
Coordinators from several Fire Science Exchanges will each highlight a recent, successful project focused on science delivery and engagement.
The panel will also discuss key takeaways on what makes science communication effective, especially when working with managers, communities, and diverse partners.
Includes moderated Q&A with the audience.
Interactive Exchange Tour
Participants visit tables hosted by Fire Science Exchanges from across the country.
Explore handouts, videos, outreach tools, and speak directly with exchange coordinators to learn more about regional resources and strategies.
