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Task · part of 9. Taking action. Do ONE

9(b). Visit a state or federal forestry official or your fire warden

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Local causes and types of wildland fire, the fire seasons, and who is responsible for suppression where you live. Then discuss it with your counselor.

Where this step comes from

  1. Wildland Fire Management Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-07-22), Requirement 9(b)

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