Fort Bidwell Firewise 

In May 2025, Fort Bidwell residents joined forces with CAL FIRE, BLM, USFS, the Fort Bidwell Volunteer Fire Department, the Modoc Fire Safe Council, the Modoc Resource Conservation District, and Lomakatsi for a community clean‑up. Together, they cleared vegetation around homes and along roadways, creating defensible space and reducing wildfire risk. The event highlighted the power of collaboration, with agencies and residents working side by side to protect their community.

Later that month, CAL FIRE and the Modoc Fire Safe Council brought the Fire Safety Trailer to the Fort Bidwell Volunteer Fire Department’s annual BBQ. Children learned how to safely evacuate from a house fire through interactive demonstrations, while families connected with fire professionals and explored prevention resources.

Although Fort Bidwell only recently submitted its Firewise application, the community has been actively implementing Firewise practices all year showing a proactive commitment to wildfire preparedness and resilience.

A person in a yellow shirt stands beside a truck, supervising a burning pile of branches in a sunny outdoor setting.
Residents and agencies working together during the Fort Bidwell community clean‑up
A green tractor is managing a pile of burning brush in a grassy area with mountains in the background. Smoke is rising from the fire.
Residents and agencies working together during the Fort Bidwell community clean‑up
Two people are working outdoors, collecting and moving logs in a green field with mountains in the background.
Residents and agencies working together during the Fort Bidwell community clean‑up
Firefighters in yellow gear manage a controlled burn, clearing debris and logs while smoke rises in a grassy area.
Residents and agencies working together during the Fort Bidwell community clean‑up
A woman in a lifeguard hoodie pets a black and white dog in a grassy area, with a truck in the background.
Residents and agencies working together during the Fort Bidwell community clean‑up
A group of people, including firefighters in yellow gear, gather outdoors for a briefing or meeting. Clear blue skies above.
Residents and agencies working together during the Fort Bidwell community clean‑up
A group of firefighters and officials gather outdoors near fire trucks for a briefing or training in a mountainous area.
Residents and agencies working together during the Fort Bidwell community clean‑up
A barbecue event at Fort Bidwell, featuring a covered area with tables, decorations, and people enjoying the gathering.
Community members enjoying the BBQ while engaging with fire prevention resources
A young child wearing a fire chief hat and denim overalls stands outdoors, smiling against a sunny backdrop.
Children learning evacuation skills inside the Fire Safety Trailer
Children engage with firefighters during a fire safety demonstration near a fire safety trailer. Learning and fun in the community!
CAL FIRE and MFSC guiding kids through fire safety demonstrations
A group of children listens attentively to a firefighter in a room with a playful atmosphere.
CAL FIRE and MFSC guiding kids through fire safety demonstrations
A person in a yellow shirt stands beside a truck, supervising a burning pile of branches in a sunny outdoor setting.
A green tractor is managing a pile of burning brush in a grassy area with mountains in the background. Smoke is rising from the fire.
Two people are working outdoors, collecting and moving logs in a green field with mountains in the background.
Firefighters in yellow gear manage a controlled burn, clearing debris and logs while smoke rises in a grassy area.
A woman in a lifeguard hoodie pets a black and white dog in a grassy area, with a truck in the background.
A group of people, including firefighters in yellow gear, gather outdoors for a briefing or meeting. Clear blue skies above.
A group of firefighters and officials gather outdoors near fire trucks for a briefing or training in a mountainous area.
A barbecue event at Fort Bidwell, featuring a covered area with tables, decorations, and people enjoying the gathering.
A young child wearing a fire chief hat and denim overalls stands outdoors, smiling against a sunny backdrop.
Children engage with firefighters during a fire safety demonstration near a fire safety trailer. Learning and fun in the community!
A group of children listens attentively to a firefighter in a room with a playful atmosphere.