Forty Something Years of Fire: an Interview with Wayne Williams

On The Line · Oct 2, 2017 · 53m

Few people can claim to possess a fire career that spans over four decades. From being a first year firefighter with the California Division of Forestry in the 1970's, to thirty-four years of smokejumping with the Forest Service, and ending with a final six year run with the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, Wayne Williams possesses a depth of capabilities and a wealth of knowledge that are unrivaled in the world of wildland fire. The importance of fitness, experience, and mentoring are highlighted in the podcast, as is a compelling review of some of the fascinating…