Sunday, August 6, 2023

Remembering Mann Gulch While On Higgins Ridge

Higgins Ridge PBS documentary cover (smokejumper jumping into a forest fire)
(Photo: Montana PBS)

In a remote area of Idaho in the early 1960s, 20 smokejumpers found themselves in a challenging situation. Thanks to a heroic effort, and as mentioned by the survivors interviewed, leadership and the lessons from Mann Gulch saved lives. 

Wildland Fire Leadership Challenge - Digging a Little Deeper

  • Watch Montana PBS's documentary Higgins Ridge.

  • Reflect upon the following questions:
    • What are you doing in your organizations to share lessons? 
    • Is leadership a part of your culture?


Do you have any ideas or questions about experiential learning or other tools within the Wildland Fire Leadership Development Toolbox, please reach out to us today. Click here for the WFLDP roster

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