

Our remote sensing program is oriented to the use of active and passive sensing systems that are used in both basic and applied fire and fuels sciences. We will continue our use of remote sensing through:
The Remote Monitoring project is a foundation of our fire season activities. Over the years we have worked with eleven national forests, three national parks, and various state and international organizations to develop and deploy remote camera capabilities in isolated areas.
In 2012 we expanded long-term deployments on the Clearwater-Nez Perce, Flathead, and Bridger-Teton National Forests; initiated a new long-term project on the Lolo National Forest; and assisted regional information technology staff to plan and procure equipment for the expansion of existing systems. Our remote monitoring work directly impacts managers by helping them to increase situational awareness, decrease exposure, and save money during wildland fire events.