See Prescribed Fire in Action | Grand Rapids News

Ottawa County Parks is hosting a free, hands-on demo of prescribed fire at Hemlock Crossing in West Olive on Sept. 23 — showing how controlled burns restore habitats, clear invasives, and boost native plants. The event includes info tables, equipment displays, a safety briefing, and the actual burn from 1–2 PM — all weather permitting (backup date: Oct 9). Learn why fire is nature’s tool for healthy ecosystems — and see it in action. Register online or visit 8115 W Olive Rd. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/2026/09/watch-a-live-controlled-burn-at-this-west-olive-park-and-learn-the-surprising-science-behind-it.html More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9236ce82c112f088 Report issues to [email protected].