ABOUT THE PRESCRIBED BURN ASSOCIATION
The Iowa Hill Prescribed Burn Association (PBA) brings neighbors together to safely use good fire to care for the land, reduce wildfire risk, and strengthen our community. Built on a barn-raising spirit, the PBA connects landowners, volunteers, and fire practitioners to plan and implement prescribed burns that benefit forests, rangelands, and homes.
Our Advisory Board is made up of local leaders, experienced practitioners, and community members who guide the vision of the PBA. They help ensure our work stays rooted in safety, local knowledge, and neighbor-to-neighbor support—keeping community burning accessible, practical, and effective for Iowa Hill.
WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU BURN!
we can help with
PLANNING SAFE BURNS
We help landowners develop burn plans, navigate permits, and prepare properties for successful, low-intensity prescribed fire.
ORGANIZING BOOTS ON THE GROUND
Neighbors helping neighbors—our PBA organizes trained volunteers and practitioners to safely implement burns together.
BUILDING SKILLS & TRAINING
Hands-on learning opportunities, workshops, and NWCG-aligned training to grow local fire practitioners.
REDUCING WILDFIRE RISK
Create defensible space, improve forest health, and build a landscape of strategic fuel breaks through community burning.
Community Burning In Action
Community Burning In Action
TRAINING & EVENTS
Upcoming Opportunities
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Why Join the Iowa Hill PBA
Be part of a community using good fire to protect landscapes, build skills, and strengthen local resilience.
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
FINANCIAL SPONSORS
Our financial sponsors help the Iowa Hill Prescribed Burn Association provide training, equipment, and support for landowners—advancing safe prescribed burning, forest health, and wildfire resilience across Sierra County.
Iowa Hill Prescribed Burn Association (IHPBA) and its 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor, the