I work alongside municipalities, First Nations, governments, and fire professionals across British Columbia to plan, teach, and implement prescribed fire. Whether it’s building a local burn program from the ground up or providing training grounded in decades of boots on the ground experience, my work is about restoring relationships with fire and with the land.

With thirty years of experience in wildfire, prescribed fire, land management, and fire effects monitoring, I help teams navigate the complexities of approvals, legislation, consultation, and burn implementation. From community-driven planning to hands-on training and mentorship, I focus on building the capacity to bring fire back to the land, in a way that’s practical, legal, and respectful.

I’m a Registered Professional Forester (RPF), a Biologist in Training (BIT), and Canada’s first Fire Ecologist certified through the Association for Fire Ecology (2012). I also hold a Master’s degree in Fire Ecology, which continues to guide my approach to both ecological restoration and fire management.

I was certified as a Type 2 Burn Boss while employed in government and completed BC Wildfire Service Type 1 Burn Boss training and experience requirements outside government through consulting work. I also have governement certifications as FEMO, FIRB and DIVS, and bring a unique blend of operational and ecological experience. I’ve led burns across a range of ecosystems and jurisdictions, and I know the weight of responsibility that comes with putting fire on the ground. That’s why I continue to mentor new practitioners to help reduce risk, build confidence, and support safe, effective burning grounded in strong planning and shared knowledge.

Prescribed fire is more than a combination of art and technical skill, it’s a cultural responsibility. My job is to make it doable, supported, and safe, so communities can take the lead in returning fire to their landscapes.