Anishinaabeg Cultural Fire Stewardship: Guiding Collaborative Fire Management in a Good Way
Schedule
Fri Mar 27 2026 at 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Bunker Interpretive Center @ Calvin College | Grand Rapids, MI
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This presentation will explore the past, present, and future of cultural fire stewardship practiced by the Anishinaabeg in Michigan. In Anishinaabemowin, Ishkode—or “fire”—is understood as a powerful spiritual being that brings renewal. The talk will examine the cultural intentions behind Anishinaabeg fire practices across generations, and discuss the ecological role of fire in fire-dependent natural communities and the ways it supports plant and animal relatives. The presentation will also highlight the ongoing efforts of the Michigan Natural Features Inventory and its collaborations with Tribal governments, universities, and state and federal agencies to document Indigenous fire histories and incorporate this knowledge into prescribed fire planning and support opportunities for co-stewardship.
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Where is it happening?
Bunker Interpretive Center @ Calvin College, Calvin Ecosystem Preserve & Native Gardens, 1750 E Beltline Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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