The Station Fire, One Year Later: Post-Fire Habitat Restoration and Recovery

In a joint effort, the Watershed Council, the University of California Cooperative Extension and the US Forest Service present this day discussing the various lessons learned in the wake of the San Gabriel Mountains Station and Morris Fires of 2009, including those pertaining to ecology, conservation, and recovery both during and following such a catastrophic event.

Local resident interest in the event has been high: because of the demand, the event organizers have relocated the event to the Descanso Gardens.

A hearing organized by local members of congress on the subject in October .

Speakers will address ways in which we can protect the natural diversity of the Angeles Forest while still allowing its continued use for recreation.

Topics covered will include fire frequency,  habitat, biodiversity loss and ecological restoration best practices among others.

Lunch will be served. Please visit the website for additional information and to make reservations.