It's time to get FireSmart! We start planning the work to protect our future cabin against wildfires

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Written By Matt Peacock

On this episode Mouse & I get serious on the topic of wildfires and spend some time going over fire-smart tips for remote cabins. We will be discussing the risks of wildfires and some ideas on how to protect your rural cabin from them. We will be talking about the importance of fire-smart design, the role of fire-resistant plants and trees, and how to reduce the risk of wildfire spread with proactive fire prevention measures.

Check out the Firesmart BC guide to selecting the right plants for you region here; https://firesmartbc.ca/landscaping-hub/fire-resistant-plants/

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