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It takes more than a snowstorm to keep Landscapes in Motion's David Andison away from an evening of talks about wildfire! Our sincere thanks to the Crowsnest Conservation Society for inviting Dave to speak at their Forests on Fire event on Feb. 7, 2018.
Read MoreIs a recently burned forest a wasteland, or something much more exciting? Hear the story behind some of the creatures that rely on burned forests for their next meal, including the iconic Black-backed Woodpecker.
Read MoreDo you ever wonder what it's like to be a member of the team capturing repeat photographs from remote mountain locations? Julie Fortin looks back to the 2017 field season, complete with hover helicopter exits, the joys and trials of field work, and lasting friendships formed with her teammates.
Read MoreSeveral years ago, a small-scale study in west-central Alberta helped plant the seeds that eventually grew into Landscapes in Motion. Evidence of mixed-severity fires affecting several stands raised questions about the wildfire story on the larger landscape—questions that Landscapes in Motion will try to answer.
Read MoreThere are many different ways to look at wildfires. In this installation of a Wildfire Story, we explore the concept of severity. What is the difference between high- and low-severity fires, and how do these differences affect the shape of the landscape?
Read MoreWhen you close your eyes and picture a fire, what do you see?
Learn how perceptions of the role of fire in the southwest Rockies are evolving and discover how Landscapes in Motion is studying this question at an unprecedented scale.
Read MoreThe landscapes of the southern Rockies of Alberta have a long and complex natural and cultural history. Prominent in that history is the role of forest fires. Fire has been, and remains today, a necessary and critical part of the long-term health and sustainability of these landscapes. The goal of this project is to advance our understanding of how, where, and when historical wildfires occur, and the implications of those dynamics.
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