Primary Forest Types
Lodgepole Pine, Mixed Conifer,
Ponderosa Pine, Pinyon/Juniper, Oak/Shrub, Cottonwood,
Aspen, and Spruce/Fir.
Services Provided
Defensible Space; Large-Capacity Chipping; Licensed Herbicide/Pesticide
Application; Hazard Tree Removal and Tree Climbing; Forest
Health Restoration and Forest Health Assessments; Arborist
Services; Steep Slope Technology - low-impact cable system
for steep slopes and riparian areas; Pine Beetle Management;
GPS Mapping; and ATV Log Arch Skidding Services.
About Us
Richard and Gloria bring an extensive experience in forestry,
fire, and natural resource management. Richard earned a
Bachelor's degree in Forestry in 1985 from Northern Arizona
University, a Master's in Forest Engineering from Oregon
State in 1992, and has maintained his Certified Forester
status through the Society of American Foresters since 1995.
He has broad experience in timber management, logging operations,
engineering, and fire mitigation. He also recently completed
Wildland Fire Suppression training.
Gloria has a Bachelor's
degree in Anthropology from the University of Maryland,
a Master's degree in Natural History from Northern Arizona
University, and professional experience in archaeology,
botany, silviculture, landscaping, and safety training.
Additionally, she has worked in threatened and endangered
species and firefighting for the USDA Forest Service in
five western states.
Rich and Gloria have two children, and are active community members of Glenwood Springs. "The response from the community has been tremendous." says Gloria. "We're very pleased to be offering such a needed service."
Richard
adds, "With increased forest stress and insect outbreaks,
defensible space protection for homeowners in this region
is absolutely essential. This work gives me great satisfaction
in knowing that we have performed such a valuable service
for people. I love what I do."
Fire Ready of Glenwood Springs is involved with the Society of American Foresters, American Forestry Association, Council on Forest Engineering, and the National Association for the Self-Employed. Locally, Richard and Gloria are involved with the Glenwood Chamber Resort Association, Colorado Historical Railroad Society, Glenwood Youth Hockey Association, and Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers.
What Clients
Say About the Glenwood Springs Office
We just wanted
you to know how much we appreciated your expertise in fire
prevention. We were unable to be here while you and
your crew made our area more fire resistant, but at the
same time, much more appealing. Thanks for your dependability.
The area near the pond where I was concerned by previous
lion kills is just perfect! Attractive scrub oak remains,
but no concealment for predators. Thanks again.
Charlotte
and Bill Z., Property Owners
Thank you
so much for your kind support of the Garfield County Fair!
We appreciate your community spirit, which helps build a
great fair.
Renelle Lot
and the Garfield County Fair Board
Our lot looks
great.
David
H., Property Owners
Anxiety
was high for us as we debated the necessity of removing
trees and other vegetation along the by-ways of Starwood.
Concerns about preserving privacy and protecting the natural
environment seems to be in conflict with the need to protect
our property from the potential threat of wildfire. Your
work has relieved that anxiety and helped us better understand
that a solution can be attained that addressed our concerns
regarding wildfire while preserving the natural environment
and the privacy of individual properties.
Your
willingness to adjust to changes and your ability to understand
and treat our project with sensitivity to the environmental
concerns of our community made this project a pleasant experience.
Bill
J., Homeowners Association
Your work
along the roadside easement in Starwood looks great!
I think it not only helps to reduce wildfire risk, but now
the road is so much safer. I can see oncoming cars
and trucks through the trees, instead of coming around blind
corners with oncoming construction vehicles. You did
a great job!
J.D., Landscape Designer,
Aspen
Michael and I
want to thank you for the great job you did in clearing
our lot! We went down last night and walked around,
it looks wonderful. We are hoping other homeowners
will follow our lead and begin to clean up their property.
Michael and Barbara M., Property Owners
Thanks! Our
place looks great!
Betty
E., Property Owner
News
Articles / Press Releases
Highlands subdivision
is now safer place to live, Post Independent, April
25, 2008
Where there
is fuel there is fire, Inside Business, May 22-28,
2007
Residential
Areas in the Danger Zone, Post Independent, May
7, 2007
Fire
Escape, National Association for the Self-Employed, January/February
2007
Local Forestry Company Reaches New Heights, July 26, 2006
It's Not Too Late to Protect your Home from Wildfire, Rifle Telegram, July 6, 2007
Blazing Adventures, Aspen Resort Properties, Summer 2006
Don't Get Burned this Fire Season, Grand Junction Sentinel, May 7, 2006
"Local Forester Earns National Recognition", April 1, 2006
"Don't Leaf it Alone!" by Gloria Edwards, The Crystal Echo (Redstone's Community Paper) October, 2004
"Beetles continue to ravage drought-stressed pines," Glenwood Springs Post Independent, July 2, 2004
"Is Your Property Ready for Fire?" The Crystal Valley Echo and Marble Times, Mid June 2004
"Defending Your Home," Glenwood Springs Post Independent, June 11, 2004
"Fire Ready Springs into Glenwood," February 11, 2004
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