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Mammoth Cave National Park
Fire Management
 
Ranger with drip torch
 

Fire is a fact of life – and a valuable tool for managing our natural resources – here at Mammoth Cave National Park. Follow the links below to learn more about our fire management, and to find useful fire-related resources.

 
 
 
 
 
Flames
Fire Forecasts
Current fire weather forecasts are available here.
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Fire Curriculum materials
Fire Curriculum
Download the Mammoth Cave National Park Fire Curriculum here.
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Park ranger
Park Planning
Review the park's planning documents here.
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Grease-oil lamp

Did You Know?
The grease-oil lamp was used to illuminate Mammoth Cave for more than a century. Designed after New England whale-oil lanterns, these lamps used cooking grease to light the way.

Last Updated: August 31, 2010 at 17:12 MST