About Us

Our Mission

Supporting local prescribed burn associations and members in the use of safe and effective fire.

Burn crew member monitors a prescribed prairie burn while carrying a backpack sprayer.

What we do

Education and Training

We provide education and training to members the general public on the principles and practices of prescribed burning.

Advocacy

We advocate for policies and regulations that support the responsible use of prescribed fire and landowners’ rights to use prescribed fire.

Collaboration

We facilitate communication and cooperation among members in planning and conducting prescribed burns.

Safety and Professionalism

We foster a culture of safety and professionalism in all prescribed burning activities.

Resource Sharing

We provide, coordinate, maintain and share resources, including equipment, expertise, and labor, that will improve the safety and effectiveness of member prescribed fire.

Partnerships

We create partnerships with agencies and organizations to further our mission.

Leadership

Tyler Carlson

President

Landowner, President of the Barrens Gap Fire Alliance

Jim Chamberlin

Director At-Large

Member of the Barrens Gap Fire Alliance

Erik Koehler

Vice President

Landowner

Jason Andersen

Treasurer/Secretary

Prescribed Fire Coordinator, Pheasants Forever

Committees

Local Prescribed Burn Association Committee

Provides support to local PBAs throughout their lifecycle, from initial formation to ongoing operations, training, and other activities.

Committee Chair:

Jason Andersen

Training and Education Committee

Leads the development of prescribed fire training and education for the organization, local prescribed burn associations, and the Minnesota public.

Committee Chair:

Erik Koehler

Marketing and Communications Committee

Implements the organization's overall marketing and communication strategy, and manages communications channels including website, social media, and newsletters.

Committee Chair:

Jason Andersen

Governance Committee

Oversees the Board of Directors functioning and compliance with bylaws, reviews and updates organizational policy, and facilitates elections.

Committee Chair:

Jim Chamberlin

Our Partners

Acknowledgements

Pheasants Forever receives funding from the following additional partners, which allow their staff to help us in accomplishing the work that we do.

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.