Wildland fire management presents numerous and interconnected social, ecological and economic challenges for the West. Join Dr. Crystal Kolden, assistant professor of the College of Science at the University of Idaho, for a fascinating discussion of the complexities of fire ecology and approaches to building “fire adapted communities” that can coexist with wildland fires. In partnership with The Nature Conservancy. 7:00 pm (Doors open at 5:30 pm). Food and beverage sales in Father Luke’s Room, help support this popular lecture series. Seating is limited and RSVP is required. Free. At McMenamins Old St. Francis School 700 NW Bond St., Bend RSVP: highdesertmuseum.org/rsvp.