Smokey Bear says, “Only YOU can prevent forest fires!” But…is all forest fire bad? Many of us are aware that prescribed burning is crucial for restoring and maintaining native prairie ecosystems. Forest managers know that fire is just as important for sustaining forest ecosystems. Foresters implement prescribed fire to restore and maintain the ecological health of soil, water, air, plants, and wildlife populations. Join Michael Tiller, assistant professor of forest ecology and fire management, as we learn about fire’s role in Wisconsin’s forests.