ND Forest Service


Think Before you Burn		Think Before you Burn


	Sportsmen have an excellent fire safety record! Let's keep our good reputation.	Think Before you Burn


	Rangeland Fire Index	Before fishing or hunting be sure to know the RFI, some categories restrict off road travel
	Rangeland Fire Index	Keep the Rangland Fire Index bookmarked
	Support	Support your local volunteer firefighter with an investment at a fundraiser.
	Volunteer	Over 95 % of ND firefighters are volunteer. Take time for a personal Thank You.
	Good Maintenance Prevents Fires Guide to Rangeland Fire Index	Harvest Season and Equipment Fires go hand in hand Good Maintenance will help prevent Equipment Fires
	Burn Bans are set locally at the county level	Know the local Burn Ban Restrictions
	The RFI is published daily	Know the Rangeland Fire Index
	Clean out your garbage	Be a good neighbor Please clean up your campfire.
	Have a great 4th of July	Please respect your neighbors when using fireworks.
	Fireworks are fun, but-----	Please Be Safe
	Know how to report a fire	Just like fishing, facts are vital to reporting a fire.
	Always use a fire ring	If a fire ring is not available take the time to build one where legal.
	Bucket of water and shovel	Right tools for the job Always start you fire building with a bucket of water and shovel. Think Before you Burn
	Emerald Ash Borer	This destructive insect kills ash trees. It has not been detected yet in North Dakota. Please - Do not transport firewood.
	No out of state firewood-Please	Most tree diseases are spread in firewood. Please don't bring firewood into ND.
	Clear away debris	When building a fire clear away debris for at least 10 feet. Don't stack firewood next to the fire.
	Mix and Stir	Don't be satisfied with just dumping water on your ashes. A fire is not out until it is cold to the touch.
	Check Local Restrictions	Every County sets restrictions appropriate for their conditions.