Selective vegetation management can help reduce wildfire risk around rural properties. A Guide for Rural Property Owners in the Walla Walla Valley Every year, wildfire season becomes more intense across the Pacific Northwest. Hotter summers, dry grass, overgrown brush, and wind-driven fires can quickly turn small issues into major threats for rural properties. But many property owners still aren’t familiar with a term that’s becoming increasingly important: Wildfire mitigatio

When a property has been neglected for years, clearing it usually takes more than simply mowing the grass. Thick weeds, brush, vines, saplings, fallen limbs, and years of accumulated debris can make the land difficult to access and use. Start by Assessing the Property Before clearing begins, the property should be inspected for rocks, fencing, irrigation equipment, stumps, holes, utilities, and other hidden obstacles. Dense vegetation can easily conceal hazards that aren't vi

If your property has become covered in tall grass, weeds, brush, vines, or small trees, you may be wondering where to even start. The best way to clear an overgrown property depends on the type and density of vegetation, the terrain, and what you want the property to look like when the work is finished. Start by Assessing the Property Before clearing begins, it’s important to identify potential obstacles and hazards. Rocks, fencing, irrigation equipment, stumps, debris, steep