Resources
Wildfire mitigation is a shared effort. In addition to providing independent risk assessments and strategic guidance, Aspen Wildfire works with trusted, reputable local professionals specializing in home hardening, defensible space, and landscape management. We share these vetted resources directly with our clients as part of the mitigation process.
These resources reflect recognized best practices and industry standards used throughout our work.
National Standards & Organizations
Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS)
A national research organization focused on strengthening homes and businesses against natural hazards. Developer of the Wildfire Prepared Home™ designation.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) - Firewise USA® Program
The NFPA’s Firewise USA® program provides a nationally recognized framework that teaches homeowners and communities how to adapt to living with wildfire risk. It encourages neighbors to work together on education, planning, and action to reduce ignition potential, create defensible space, and enhance the fire resistance of homes and landscapes.
WildfireRisk.org
An interactive tool that helps property owners and communities understand wildfire risk by visualizing fire behavior, fuel types, and local hazard levels, supporting informed mitigation planning.
Colorado & Regional Resources
Colorado State Forest Service
Provides defensible space guidance, home ignition zone information, and community wildfire protection planning support.
Fire Adapted Communities Learning Network
Supports communities in developing coordinated wildfire resilience strategies.
Wildfire Collaborative - Roaring Fork Valley
A local partnership of landowners, government agencies, fire professionals, and community organizations focused on reducing wildfire risk in the Roaring Fork Valley. The collaborative advances shared planning, fuel mitigation projects, education, and coordinated action to strengthen landscape-scale resilience and protect lives, property, and natural resources.
City of Aspen - Wildfire Prevention Resources
Official wildfire prevention and preparedness information from the City of Aspen, including guidance on defensible space, community programs, vegetation management, and local regulations designed to reduce wildfire risk within city limits.
Aspen Fire Department
Wildfire risk reduction guidance from the Aspen Fire Department, including practical tips and resources on defensible space, home hardening, evacuation planning, and community preparedness to help residents better protect their properties.