This press release came through recently, which seemed like it might be interesting in light of the wildfires and smoke we had recently, for a lecture series on “Coexistence and Regeneration: Rethinking Fire” taking place in Sisters on September 29.

Announcing the final installment of the 2022 Coexistence and Regeneration Lecture Series, presented by Pine Meadow Ranch for Arts and Agriculture and The Roundhouse Foundation, “Coexistence and Regeneration: Rethinking Fire.” Speakers will share the transformative, regenerative and collaborative forces at play in today’s environment, specifically surrounding wildfire.

Lectures include: “Rubbing Shoulders with Burnt Trees” by Ken van Rees, Professor of Forest Soil, ret., University of Saskatchewan, and artist; “Collaborative Forest Restoration: A Win-Win for People and Nature” by Marko Bey and Belinda Brown of the Lomakatsi Restoration Project and “Land and Community Regeneration” by Mike Hayward and Alyssa Cudmore of Wallowa Resources.

It will be at the Sisters Library from 6 to 8 p.m. and while it’s free, you need to register here.

Don’t forget to wear a mask!