Lunch & Learn in February 2026

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2/26/2026 Lunch & Learn - Landscaping for Fire Resistance: Native Plant Strategies in a Changing Climate

Chelan-Douglas Land (CDLT) hosted another Lunch & Learn event, bringing CDLT members together for an engaging and informative conversation on land conservation.

Thank you to everyone who joined us-we’re grateful for your time and participation. For those who were unable to attend, the presentation details and resources are shared below.

Landscaping for Fire Resistance: Native Plant Strategies in a Changing Climate explored how thoughtful plant selection and landscape design can help reduce wildfire risk around homes.

Presenter Bio: Al Murphy, a retired forester with 37 years of experience with the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management, shared practical strategies for creating fire-resistant landscapes in our increasingly fire-prone region. Drawing on his extensive background in interagency fire management and his current work as a Master Gardener, Al discussed how native vegetation, defensible space, and smart landscaping choices can help protect homes in the Wildland Urban Interface.

Here are the resources from the event: