Jamie Barker

The City of Boulder has initiated its largest wildfire grazing program, using cattle to clear vegetation in 65 acres of Wildland Urban Interface areas to reduce wildfire risks. The effort, supported by residents like Vicki Bynum, aims to lower fuel loads near homes and infrastructure by grazing dry grasses and trampling dead vegetation.

Boulder has launched its largest wildfire grazing program to date, using cattle to graze 65 acres in Wildland Urban Interface areas where homes meet open space. The initiative aims to reduce wildfire risks by clearing dry vegetation, with support from residents and city officials citing its effectiveness in mitigating fire spread and fuel hazards.