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This paper investigates the long-term effects of post-wildfire logging in dry coniferous forests east of the Cascade Range. It addresses a key debate by presenting findings that post-fire logging effectively reduces future surface woody fuel levels over several decades, thereby potentially mitigating the severity of subsequent wildfires. Furthermore, the research indicates that when best management practices are employed, post-fire logging has minimal lasting negative impacts on the recovery of understory vegetation. The purpose of this publication is to provide scientific information to land managers making decisions about post-fire forest management, particularly regarding fuel reduction and ecological impacts.

This technical report presents a field guide based on the Malheur model, a tool developed to predict the probability of delayed mortality in fire-damaged ponderosa pine trees. The report details the application and validation of this model, which uses observable characteristics like bole and crown scorch to estimate mortality risk via a user-friendly graph. Findings from validation studies across different locations and fire types suggest the model offers a reliable way for land managers to assess post-fire tree survival for various management objectives, including evaluating burn success and planning post-fire activities.