A Full-feature Documentary

The West is Burning raises awareness about the conditions of forests in the western U.S.

This thought-provoking documentary examines the history of forest management and litigation that led to the current conditions which are causing catastrophic wildfire nearly year-round. The film highlights the urgent need to act now, and the potential to generate positive change in our forests, watersheds, and communities—both rural and urban. The West is Burning follows a broad cast of characters diverse in geography but united by a common mission: adapting our communities to become more resilient to the recent trend of increasingly severe wildfires.

 
 
 

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The Team

THE WEST IS BURNING was created by Landmark Stories at the University of Arizona in partnership with Wallowa Resources.

Cody Sheehy: Executive Producer, Photographer, Editor

Nils Christoffersen: Producer

Larz Stewart: Producer

Galen McCaw: Sound Recordist, Editor

Made Possible by:

Doug McDaniel

MJ Murdock Charitable Trust

John Miller

Evergreen Hill Education Fund

TJ Education Fund

Susan Bexton & Scott Flor