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Southern Oregon Wildfire Risk: The Climate Connection

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
August 26

Medford Library

Fire and smoke have become an annual source of concern for Oregonians, especially for those of us living in the Southwest. As wildfire trends become increasingly obvious, questions about their drivers become more urgent. Yet, many factors affect wildfire behavior and impact: forest management, disruptions to fire’s natural role, patterns of development, and, importantly, changes to the climate. 
What do we know about how wildfires are changing, the causes, and options for climate adaptation? 

Dr. Chris Adlam, Southwest Regional Fire Specialist with the Oregon State University Extension Service, Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center, will be the featured speaker at the August Southern Oregon Climate Action Now (SOCAN) monthly general meeting. Adlam will discuss how climate is influencing fire risk in the region, what climate projections portend for our future, and what steps we can take to minimize the risk. There is no charge for attending SOCAN events.

March 2026
Mar 06
06 March 2026
Barnett Rd and Highland Dr.,
Medford,

A silent, non-violent vigil in the Quaker tradition, for peace in Palestine, 
and for the end of US taxpayer support for bombs takes place every Friday.

Free
Mar 09
09 March 2026
Zoom,
Oregon 97504 American Samoa

Southern Oregon Peace Vets will learn about a progressive national veterans' peace group at SOPV's monthly meeting at 5:30 pm Monday, March 9th, on Zoom. Our featured guest speaker will be Jim Sandoe, Common Defense's Climate & Environment chair. "Common Defense organizes veterans and engages the military community to transform our society by advocating for progressive policies that work for all of us." Please call or text Allen Hallmark at 458-226-6970 to request the Zoom link for this meeting.

Mar 10
10 March 2026
Upton Road, Central Point,

One Resistance Hour a Day Keeps Fascism at Bay! Join others every Tuesday at the Central Point Overpass located near Upton Road.