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Selected Law Pertaining To Nebraskas Firefighters And Fire Departments, Nebraska Forest Service, Wildland Fire Protection Section

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

The Nebraska statutes contained in this handbook reflect actions taken through the end of the 2009 regular legislative session; Nebraska Laws: Cities, Counties and Political Subdivisions.[13-303] Nebraska Budget Act.[13-501 - 13-601] Interlocal Cooperation Act.[13-801 - 13-807] Political Subdivisions Tort Claims Act.[13-901 - 13-903, 13-1801] Local Government Miscellaneous Expenditure Act.[13-2202 - 13-2204] Emergency Response Systems, Employment of Full-time Fire Chief .[16-222.01 – 16-222.03] Serving Outside City Limits; Contracts.[18-1706 - 18-1710] Fire Training School.[18-1712 - 18-1714] Sinking Funds, Cities and Villages .[19-1301 - 1304] Annexation of Territory by a City or Village.[31-763 - 31-766] Multiple office holding; when allowed.[32-604] Fire Companies and …

Nebraska Forest Service: Alma & Orleans After The Storm: A Tale Of Two Towns, Chip Murrow

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Historically, Nebraska’s climate is tough on trees. From high winds and tornados to fires, drought, snow and ice, Nebraska’s trees take a beating. In some cases, such as with tornados, there is little that can prepare trees. However, there is a belief that proper tree care and maintenance will improve the chances of trees weathering snow and ice storms.

Nebraska Forest Service Annual Report 2008, Scott J. Josiah, Becky Erdkamp Erdkamp

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Welcome From the State Forester; Fuels Treatment Projects Improve Forest Health and Safety; Community Wildfire Protection Planning: The First Step; NFS Coordinates Nebraska Wild Land Fire Academy ; Advances in Hybrid Hazelnut R&D: An Emerging Food and Biofuels Crop With Promise for Nebraska ; retree Nebraska—One Town, One Tree, One Shovel At A Time promoting ; Time promoting Good Trees for the Good Life ; 156nebraska Continues Strong Tree City USA; CEP Grants Significantly Impact Nebraska Landscape ; Storms Take a Toll on Community Forests ; Nebraska’s Available Woody Biomass Resources ; Reversing the Decline of Conservation Tree Plantings; Great …

Chemical Control Of Common Forest And Shade Tree Pests, Mark Harrell, Laurie Stepanek

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

This information is intended as a guide to the chemical control of common insect pests and diseases of forest and shade trees. This is not a complete list of all pesticides available. Other methods of control that do not involve the use of pesticides may be effective against certain pests and should be considered before a pesticide is used. Trade names have been used for convenience. No endorsement is implied, and no discrimination against similar products not listed is intended. No guarantee of effectiveness is made. Some pesticides may not be appropriate for certain trees or pests or under certain …

Nebraska Timber Buyers

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

This directory includes active buyers of timber in Nebraska who request to be listed. It was originally developed from a “Timber Buyers Survey” conducted in July, 2001. Corrections/additions are periodically incorporated. Endorsement of listed individuals or firms by the Nebraska Forest Service is not intended or implied. Corrections and/or additions may be submitted to: Marketing & Utilization Forester, Nebraska Forest Service, 109 Plant Industry Building, UNL, Lincoln, NE 68583-0815. Phone: (402)472-5822; FAX: (402) 472-2964, E-mail: [email protected]

Nebraska Timber Industry— An Assessment Of Timber Product Output And Use, 2006, Ronald J. Piva, Dennis Adams

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Nebraska’s wood products manufacturing industry employs more than 2,200 workers with an output of approximately $286 million (U.S. Census Bureau 2002). In this bulletin we discuss recent Nebraska forest industry trends and report the results of a detailed study of the forest industry, industrial roundwood production, and associated primary mill wood and bark residue in Nebraska in 2006. Such detailed information is necessary for intelligent planning and decision making in wood procurement, forest resources management, and forest industry development. Likewise, researchers need current forest industry and industrial roundwood information for planning projects.

The last published report from a detailed study …

Nebraska Forest Service Wood Waste Supply & Utilization Assessment, Rich Lane

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Increased utilization of wood waste can help decrease our Nation’s dependence on foreign energy purchases, generate energy cost-savings, enhance the efficiencies of forest and range management efforts, reduce the amount of wood waste disposed of in landfills and stimulate local economic development. In 2006 a Rand Corporation analysis found that 25% of the Nation’s energy could be competitively produced from ethanol, wind power and other forms of renewable energy such as woody biomass. A national alliance, known as the Energy Future Coalition, has subsequently advanced the “25 x 25 Initiative”. (www.25x25.org) The Coalition’s vision, now endorsed by the National Association …

Nebraska Forest Service: Wildland Fire Protection, Nebraska Forest Service

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Aerial Wildfire Suppression;Equipment, Cost Share & Planning;Wildfire Suppression Training;NFS Wildland Fire Protection Program;Fire Prevention;Wildfire Suppression Training;Equipment;Cost-Share Programs; Aerial Wildfire Suppression; Planning; Publications

Nebraska Forest Service: Forest Fuels Treatment Program, Nebraska Forest Service

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

The Growing Risk; What Can Homeowners Do?; Cost-Share Assistance From NFS; To Learn More

Nebraska Forest Service: Determining Fire Department Operating And Suppression Costs

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Determining Fire Department Operating Costs; Fire Equipment Examples For Each Category; Determining Fire Department Suppression Costs

Nebraska Forest Service: Windbreak & Shelterbelt Appraisal, Gary Naughton, David Mooter, Richard Woollen

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Living windbreaks and shelterbelts are important assets in rural areas of the Great Plains that protect homes, crops and domestic animals from wind throughout the year. They offer a safe haven for wildlife and provide attractive visual barriers. Windbreaks and shelterbelts can have measurable monetary value, and if they are damaged or destroyed, a professional appraisal may be necessary to determine their value. This publication is designed for professionals who are involved in windbreak and shelterbelt appraisal. It is also meant to show the complexity of appraisal work and the need to have professional help.

Grassland Manageinent With Prescribed Fire, James Stubbendieck, Jerry D. Volesky, John Ortmann

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

This circular provides an overview of the use of fire in grassland management. It describes the history and importance of fire in the grassland ecosystem, how plants respond to fire, and the uses and potential benefits of prescribed fire. It also summarizes fire planning and legal and safety considerations. And finally, it provides guidance on some special uses of fire.

Susceptibility Of Trees To Ice Storm Damage In The Great Plains, Justin R. Evertson

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

The following lists of trees were compiled from various sources and should be considered an average for trees in Nebraska and the Great Plains. Susceptibility can vary greatly depending on the time of year, geographic location and overall health of the tree. Trees susceptible to ice damage (* indicates trees with most susceptibility);Trees With Exceptional Resistance;

Nebraska Forest Service Annual Report 2007, Scott J. Josiah, Becky Erdkamp

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Welcome From The Nebraska State Forester; Nebraska’s Forest Resources; Innovative Partnership Increases Available Assistance To Rural Landowners; Retree Nebraska—A Million Tree Challenge; NAA Honors NFS Forest Health Program Leader as 2007 Educator of the Year; Multi-State Great Plains Tree and Forest Invasives Initiative Prepares for EAB; After The Storm; NFS Fire Resource Manager Receives Silver Smokey Bear Award; Jump Starting Rural Economies and Energy Independence Through Wood Energy; FEMA Grant Enables NFS to Spread Fire Prevention Message; Nebraska's Partners in Prevention; Promoting Forest Health and Safety with Targeted Fuels Reduction ; Grants/Cost-Share Awarded To NFS Partners In 2007

Nebraska Forest Products Manufacturers - Primary Processors

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

This directory includes Nebraska businesses that manufacture wood products from roundwood. It includes only businesses that requested to be listed. It was developed from a “Nebraska Primary Wood Processors Survey” conducted in June, 2007. Corrections and/or additions are periodically incorporated. Endorsement of listed individuals or firms by the Nebraska Forest Service is not intended or implied. Corrections and/or additions may be submitted to: Marketing & Utilization Forester, Nebraska Forest Service, 109 Plant Industry Building, UNL, Lincoln, NE 68583-0815. Phone: 402-472-5822. FAX: 402-472-2964. E-mail: [email protected]

Electrical Fire Prevention On The Farm And Ranch, Bob Vogltance, Larry Wiles

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Electrical Power; Everyone Living Or Working; Wildfires; The Elements Of Nature; Trees; Modern Farming; Livestock; Agricultural Buildings; Remember That Permits; Electrical Emergencies; In Case Of An Electrical Fire

Fireworks In The Country, Bob Vogltance, Larry Wiles

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

For more than 200 years, we have celebrated the birth of America. Today’s celebrations often include fireworks displays. However, each year thousands of people are injured and damages in excess of hundreds of thousands of dollars result from the careless use of fireworks.

Smokey Says...Hunters And Anglers Need Fire Prevention Too!, Bob Vogltance, Larry Wiles

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Camp Site; Campfires; Camp Cooking; Use of Vehicles; General Fire Prevention Tips; It’s a Good Idea to; In Case of Fire

Building A Top Screen For A Burning Barrel, Bob Vogltance, Larry Wiles

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Selecting Materials; Materials and Equipment Needed; Directions; Preparing the Barrel; Additional Precautions; Some Alternatives to Burning Household and Yard Wastes

Country Living At Its Best -- What Every Country Homeowner Needs To Know About Fire!, Bob Vogltance, Larry Wiles

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

For most people, a home in the country represents a peaceful contrast to fastpaced city life, providing an opportunity to maintain a job in the city while enjoying the aesthetics of a country home; Before you move; After you move

Preventing Farm Equipment Fires, Bob Vogltance, Larry Wiles

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Machinery Fires; What to Do; Safe Fueling; Vehicles; Fire Extinguishers; In Case of Fire

Federal Excess Personal Property Program, Lew Sieber

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

What is Federal Excess Personal Property?; From Fire Shop to Fire District; Responsibilities of Cooperating Fire Districts; Benefits to Cooperating Fire Districts

Don’T Let Fire Reap Its Harvest, Bob Vogltance, Larry Wiles

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Did You Know?; Harvest Fire Prevention Tips; Avoid Losses to Hay; Farm Equipment Fires Can Be Prevented!

Preventing Fire On Your Farm, Bob Vogltance, Larry Wiles

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Follow These Tips to Prevent Fire on Your Farm; Plan to Prevent Fire; Quick Fire Prevention Tips; In Case of Fire

Fire Prevention On The Farm And Ranch What Every Country Homeowner Needs To Know About Fire!, Bob Vogltance, Larry Wiles, Jeff Bassett

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Farm and ranch families have always been concerned with fire. Long distances from fire departments result in longer emergency response times. The lack of adequate water for fire fighting is another common problem. These two factors combine to make fire on the farm or ranch extremely costly and potentially dangerous.

America’s rural residents are ¼ of the nation’s population living on 98 percent of the land. Rural residents must give fire prevention first priority in protecting their homes, families and businesses.

Fire prevention on the farm or ranch starts with YOU.

A Grower’S Guide To Producing Woody Floral Stems, Christine M. Meyer, Scott J. Josiah, Troy Pabst, Becky Erdkamp

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

What Are Woody Florals?;Woody Floral Markets;Woody Florals as a ‘Third Crop’;How to Grow Woody Florals;Caring for Woody Floral Shrubs;Harvesting Woody Florals;Expected Yields;Costs and Returns;

Down The Shady Lane

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Thoughts and Jots of the Editor; Greening Nebraska’s Communities;Arbor Day Celebrated by Students Planting Trees ; And One Last Thing...; A “Vine” from the Arboretum ; Expanding Tree City Ordnances to include Certified Arborist Requirement; Changes for the Newsletter; Calendar 2007

Nebraska Forest Service:Fire Prevention Is Easy... It’S The Little Things That Count!, Bob Vogltance, Larry Wiles

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Each year fire damages or destroys many homes which could have been saved if simple precautions had been taken before the fire struck.;Plan to Prevent Fire;In the Yard;In case of fire;Remember

Nebraska Forest Service:Community Fire Protection Master Planning

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

The increasing costs of providing communities with adequate fire protection requires local governing bodies to make strategic decisions about the direction of its local fire department. What is a Fire Protection Program? What is Fire Protection Master Planning? Why do Fire Protection Master Planning? Who is Involved with Master Planning and is Help Available? What is Included in the Master Plan? Who Gets the Completed Master Plan? Will a Small Fire Department Benefit from Master Planning? It Pays to be Proactive.

Nebraska Forest Service: Pine Wilt A Fatal Disease Of Scotch Pine, Laurie Stepanek

Nebraska Forest Service: Publications

Scotch pine, a popular tree for ornamental plantings, windbreaks and Christmas trees is rapidly disappearing from Nebraska’s landscape. The tree is susceptible to pine wilt, a disease that has killed thousands of Scotch pines in the southeastern part of the state since the mid-1990s. This pamphlet discusses pine wilt and how to control the disease.;Symptoms of Pine Wilt;What Causes Pine Wilt?;Susceptible Trees;Control of Pine Wilt;How to Identify Scotch Pine;Pine Wilt in Nebraska