Events

Join us Thursday, July 23rd from 4-6p at Prue’s House to learn about the meadow restoration planned for Hilltop and how this important project will help improve wildfire resilience, restore native habitat, and support the long-term health of one of Bainbridge Island's unique natural areas.

This community event is an opportunity to:

Learn why prescribed fire is being used at Hilltop.

Meet the partners planning and implementing the project.

See the burn area and learn how fire benefits native prairie and meadow ecosystems.

Ask questions about smoke, safety, wildlife, and project timing.

Learn how prescribed fires are carefully planned and conducted under specific weather conditions by trained professionals.

The prescribed fire is a collaborative effort between the Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District, Bainbridge Island Fire Department, Bloedel Reserve, and Bainbridge Island Land Trust. Together, we are working to reduce wildfire risk while restoring native plant communities that depend on periodic fire. This project is supported, in part, by a grant from the Washington State Department of Natural Resources.

Limited parking is available at Grand Forest East, and ADA parking is available on site.  A shuttle will be available from nearby Strawberry Hill Park. We encourage folks to walk or bike to the site.

This event is an educational opportunity and is not the prescribed burn itself. The burn will take place later during an approved weather window. Prior to ignition, updates regarding anticipated burn windows, trail closures, smoke information, and operational status will be shared through our website and communication channels

Whether you're curious about prescribed fire, interested in habitat restoration, or simply want to learn more about this important stewardship effort, we hope you'll join us.