Episode 2: Neighbors Helping Neighbors – The Prescribed Burn Association Story

This episode explores how the Butte Prescribed Burn Association (PBA) is reshaping our relationship with fire through the innovative “neighbors helping neighbors” model. Together, community members are learning to use good fire as a tool for healing the land, easing trauma, and building resilience. Featured voices include Taylor Nilsson, Executive Director of the Butte County Fire Safe Council; Wolfy Rougle, Planning & Watershed Program Manager at the Butte County Resource Conservation District; and Dallas Koller, Fire Program Manager at the Butte County Resource Conservation District. The conversation covers prescribed fire, land stewardship, community-led fire resilience, and how collaboration is transforming wildfire preparedness in Butte County.