Chipping day #2 scheduled for July 27
/As a Firewise Community, Lummi Island Scenic Estates works together to make a difference for the survival of our homes and neighborhood if a wildfire occurs. This is the second of two chipping events we are doing in 2020.
We have coordinated a no-charge chipping service to come to your property and chip your pile of limbs and branches. Chips can be left on your property or removed to Aiston Preserve as you wish. The time working on your property will count as matching in-kind services for this grant project.
This great opportunity is made possible by the Lummi Island Fire Department, and we thank Scott Josiah, John Granger, Joan Moye, and Isaac Colgan for leading Lummi Island to join the Washington Adapted Fire Communities Learning Network (WAFAC). “Fire adapted communities” are communities that understand their risk and are taking action to better prepare for, respond to and recover from wildfire.
The Fire Adapted Communities framework
A pandemic proof project
With the life adjustments needed to stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, this is a perfect time to get out in the yard and reduce the danger of wildfire. Your household can work on this without interacting with others in person.
Participation is limited
Please sign up as soon as possible! The chipping service will be able to work 12 to 15 locations in one day. To participate you will need to make a neat pile of limbs accessible at the street by Sunday, July 26. The chipping crew will be working Monday, July 27. If you have a small amount, think about teaming up with a neighbor to share a pile. The chipping service will not visit your location unless you are signed up.
To get involved please contact Isaac Colgan
Email: isaac.colgan@gmail.com
Phone/text: (425) 281-4836
