This 2-day tour highlights a high concentration of prescribed burn sites within a small geographic area. Participants may attend either or both days. Each day will include stops at Pennsylvania Game Commission and Sproul State Forest sites, showcasing both successful and challenging outcomes in prescribed fire efforts. Bring your own lunch for both days of the tour and carpool as much as possible.

PPFC SGL 100 Sproul SF – Field Tour Announcement

Dates: July 9–10, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Meeting Location: State Game Lands 100 Off SR 144 (Ridge Road), Karthaus, PA 16845

Coordinates: 41.1385, -77.9479

FIELD SITE HIGHLIGHTS • Oak Woodland / Oak Savanna • Scrub Oak & Pitch Pine Habitats • Growing Season Burns under Moderate Drought

DISCUSSION TOPICS • Burning in Dense Mountain Laurel • Duff Removal Techniques • Pre-Burn Forest Health Assessment • Adapting Rx Strategies After Unfavorable Results

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Questions can be directed to jerdayhoff@pa.gov