Wildfire Resilience for California Properties and Landscapes
OUR SERVICES
At CA Fire Solutions, we combine science, strategy, and stewardship to help California properties build lasting wildfire resilience.
Our services are designed for estate owners, municipalities, and land stewards who want to protect their investments while enhancing the long-term health of their land.
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A comprehensive, ongoing management service that brings your entire property into alignment with the Firewise Enhanced Fire Resilience Certification program.
We provide the initial background information, enrollment, site evaluations, mapping, and agency coordination, coordinate vegetation management and grazing contractors, and monitor recovery of native species and soil health.
By managing everything from planning to implementation, we help ensure your property stays compliant, resilient, and ecologically balanced year after year.
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Annual or quarterly site visits and reports
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Coordination of vegetation, grazing, and maintenance teams
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Mapping and documentation for agency and insurance needs
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Regeneration tracking for grasslands, trees, and wildlife
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ESTATE & VINEYARD RESILIENCE PLANNING
Tailored plans for high-value properties where aesthetics, ecology, and safety must coexist.
Our process blends fire-science assessments with long-term ecological design, creating defensible yet beautiful landscapes that protect both residence and community.
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Full-site wildfire risk and defensible space assessments
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Custom landscape and vegetation management recommendations
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Coordination with vineyard and maintenance teams
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Documentation for insurers and local compliance
Insurance Readiness:
Our plans help property owners demonstrate measurable risk reduction — improving eligibility and consideration for fire insurance coverage and rate stability.
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FUEL MANAGMENT STRATEGIES
Strategic fuel reduction through ecologically informed practices.
We design and coordinate targeted grazing, mechanical thinning, and natural regeneration programs that reduce risk while restoring the land.
Our methods support soil health, biodiversity, and the natural function of California’s fire-adapted ecosystems.
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Site mapping and fuel load assessments
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Multi-species grazing plan development
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Maintenance schedules and compliance documentation
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Monitoring for soil and vegetation recovery
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FIRE RESILIENCE SITE CONSULTING
A focused assessment for property owners or organizations seeking expert evaluation and actionable recommendations.
We assess structures, vegetation, and access routes; identify vulnerabilities; and provide a clear, science-based plan for wildfire preparedness and long-term resilience.
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Defensible space and ignition zone evaluation
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Home hardening and infrastructure review
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Detailed recommendations report
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Optional follow-up support or coordination
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MUNICIPAL & AGENCY CONSULTING
CA Fire Solutions provides specialized advisory services for municipalities, resource districts, and public agencies seeking science-based strategies for wildfire resilience, grazing management, and riparian zone stewardship.
We help agencies design and implement vegetation and grazing programs that balance public safety, ecological function, and community engagement — particularly in urban–wildland interface areas.
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Municipal grazing strategy development and contractor coordination
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Riparian zone management for habitat and fuel reduction balance
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Urban interface vegetation and defensible space planning
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Program design aligned with CEQA, RCD, and Cal Fire objectives
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Community education and stakeholder collaboration
By combining field experience with ecological insight, CA Fire Solutions helps agencies strengthen wildfire resilience while maintaining healthy, functioning landscapes.
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EDUCATION, TRAINING, ADVISORY
Cori Carlson offers workshops, speaking engagements, and private consultations on ecological fire resilience, targeted grazing, and land stewardship planning.
Her sessions bridge fire science, practical management, and community collaboration — empowering others to take meaningful action.
Recent engagements include:
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NRCS Grazing Workshop
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Heffernan Insurance Speaker Series
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Firewise Engagements
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City of American Canyon
"The health of the land and the health of the people are one"
Wendell Berry