Point of view of a prescribed burn with a drip torch in a Longleaf Pine forest in Moody Forest Natural Area managed by The Nature Conservancy near Baxley, Georgia.

This morning, before a single drip torch is lit, the work begins with a pre-burn briefing. In this video, Ben is about to volunteer on a prescribed burn and you can see the crew gathered for that critical moment of planning and coordination. Pre-burn meetings are essential for a safe and successful fire — they ensure everyone understands burn objectives, weather conditions, ignition patterns, contingency plans, communication protocols, and most importantly, crew safety. Prescribed fire is never