Rick Halsey

Founder of California Chaparral Institute

Founder of California Chaparral Institute

Rick Halsey on KCRW

“Fire is a powerful force of nature.

What’s an effective approach to preventing wildfires in Southern California?

“Fire is a powerful force of nature.

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