Demonstrations

IBHS LIVE BURN: 1:30

Watch the performance of two similar structures, one built with fire resistant materials and one without, when they are exposed to equal amounts of heat and flame.

MARIN’S WILDFIRE HISTORY: every 30 minutes starting at 11:30

Watch a simulation of Marin’s largest wildfire, the 1923 fire which started in Ignacio and burned to the Bolinas Ridge plus historical fire history maps.

TARGETED GRAZING

Star Creek Land Stewards will explain how targeted grazing reduces wildfire risk.  The exhibit includes a number of goats, how herds of 400 goats are managed and the positive benefits of grazing for the environment.

LIVE BURN – JUNIPER: 12:45

Marin County Fire Chief Jason Weber will demonstrate the flammable characteristics of juNiper

HOME HARDEN TENT

Learn how to protect your home from embers and radiant heat.   A number of full size models illustrate safety features needed to protect roofs/gutters, walls, soffits and eaves, decks, windows/doors.

OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Marin’s OEM will have many interactive exhibits to provide information about Alert and Warning, general disaster preparedness,  emergency shelters, CERT, the Neighborhood Response Group program and more.

VULCAN VENT LIVE FIRE DEMONSTRATION: 1:15 & 3:00

This demonstration shows how Vulcan Vents can help protect your home from fire and ember intrusion.

LANDSCAPE WAY

Learn about Fire Smart Landscaping practices and designs as you walk down this street lined with large photos and signs that explain best practices and money saving tips.