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Understanding the significance of cultural resources is vital for their protection, particularly in fire-prone areas. This training covers the legacy of human activity on the land, vulnerability of hidden forests, and the non-renewable nature of these resources. It reviews various cultural site types, including lithic scatters, rock art, trails, and cabins. Additionally, the training examines fire's adverse effects—combustible and non-combustible resources, smoke damage, and erosion. Effective planning, preventive measures, and maintenance tactics essential for protecting these valuable resources will also be discussed.
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REGION 1 RESOURCE ADVISOR TRAINING Cultural Resources & Fire
Cultural Resources and Why We Protect Them • Legacy of human activity on the land • Vulnerability of the “hidden forest” • Non-renewable nature of the resource • Legal mandates and responsibilities
Common R1 Cultural Resources • Lithic scatters
Trails, Roads • Cabins, Cabin Ruins • Lookouts • Mines • Ditches & Dams • Logging Features • Can Dumps
Fire Effects: Combustible Resources • Clifford Point LO Tool Cache (Before)
Fire Effects: Non-combustible Resources • Smoke Damage/Discoloration • Heat Spalling • Post-fire erosion • Masonry Damage • Wind effects
Protective Measures • Good Planning and Preventive Measures • Site Maintenance, Vegetation Reduction • Water • Wrap • Foam
Adverse Effects from Suppression and Protection • Site destruction (ground disturbance) • Water damage • Wrap damage • Other