Is Our Commander In Chief More Dangerous Than A Wildfire?

On Immigration Raids and Understaffing in Wildland Fire

Sep 4 • 

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August 2025

ICE is Arresting Wildland Firefighters on Active Fires

Two WFF arrested on a fire in Olympic National Forest by federal agents

Aug 28 • 

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Hotshot: A Life on Fire Debuts TODAY

My first book is out in the world

Published on Gathering • Aug 12

July 2025

What Happens When There Aren't Enough Wildland Firefighters?

The repercussions of pulled finding, firings, layoffs, and reduced support for state programs (plus, a fundraiser for an injured firefighter)

Jul 28 • 

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(What is) PL4?

Fire season is officially underway. Let me help you understand it. Plus: wildfire updates

Jul 14 • 

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HOTSHOT Debuts in Five(ish) Weeks

Plus: you can expect more from Wilderness, and a roundup of fire activity

Jul 4 • 

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April 2025

Things That Shouldn't Exist

In honor of Earth Day

Apr 22 • 

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Costco Birdsongs: Who and What Deserves Protection?

Plus, a call to action

Published on Gathering • Apr 3

March 2025

What's Missing in Conversations About Federal Land Management Job Loss

We need to allow nuance, and include all voices. Now, more than ever.

Mar 2 • 

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December 2024

A December Wildfire Explodes While Spring Flowers Bloom Early

And why the wealthy must be held accountable for our warming planet

Dec 11, 2024 • 

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November 2024

What is Thanksgiving?

A reflection on what Thanksgiving truly represents, and a reading list

Nov 28, 2024 • 

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HOTSHOT is a Real Book

Forthcoming August 22, 2025

Nov 21, 2024 • 

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