The Southwest Fire Science Consortium, Arizona Wildfire Initiative, and the Association for Fire Ecology are hosting the 4th Southwest Fire Ecology Conference in Santa Fe, New Mexico from November 18-22, 2024. Our conference will bring together professionals to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and discuss the latest advancements in fire ecology research and management with a focus on the southwestern United States. With the theme, The Southwest Fire Science Journey: Lessons from the Rearview, New and Unfamiliar Routes, and Promising Horizons, we seek to gain a better understanding of the past, present, and future of fire in the Southwest. Join us for a unique opportunity to connect with fellow professionals and engage in stimulating discussions that will shape the future of fire ecology in this region.
Conference News
- The conference schedule, including the list of presentations, is available is available in both PDF and an online searchable format that includes presentation abstacts and speaker bios.
- Check out descriptions for 3 engaging plenary sessions, 14 special sessions, 6 workshops, 7 fire circle discussions, and 3 field trips.
- Are you a presenter? Check our oral presentation and poster presentation guidelines before you get to far along in creating your presentation.
- Want to add a field trip or workshop to your registration? See instructions here.
Location
The conference will be held at La Fonda on the Plaza in historic downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico. We have a block of rooms, which will be offered at federal per diem rate without the resort fee. La Fonda is located on the historic Santa Fe Plaza and in walking distance to many restaurants and attractions in the city.
Conference Schedule
- See full schedule here
- Monday, Nov 18: Full and half-day workshops
- Tuesday, Nov 19 to Thursday, Nov 21: Keynote presentations, oral and poster presentations, discussion sessions, and networking
- Friday, Nov 22: Field trips