Sunday, November 3rd | 2:00–4:00 PM
Matthaei Botanical Gardens

Join us for an exciting opportunity to witness and learn about the benefits of prescribed burns during our Prescribed Burn Demo Day! Prescribed burns are an essential tool used at Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum to restore biodiversity, combat invasive species, and maintain fire-adapted ecosystems. These controlled fires not only promote ecological resilience but also protect nearby communities and contribute to a climate-forward future.

This free, in-person event offers a chance to see a prescribed burn in action, guided by our expert staff. The demonstration will highlight the process and explain how these burns help sustain healthy, diverse landscapes.

Important Information:

Registration is required to ensure the safety of all participants, space is limited.

Please dress for outdoor conditions. In case of rain, the event will be rescheduled.