Learn & Burn - TOMORROW! Final Details & Schedule
July 11, 2025
Learn & Burn – TOMORROW! Final Details & Schedule
We're just hours away from Idaho's first-ever Learn & Burn Fire Demonstration, and we couldn't be more excited to share this groundbreaking event with you! Whether you're a registered attendee or part of the EarthCraft network, here are the essential details for tomorrow's demonstration.
LOCATION: 2393 W Airport Way, Boise, ID 83705
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tomorrow - SATURDAY, JULY 12th
Event Start: 9:30 AM - for SAFETY BRIEFING, please arrive at 9:30 AM
Live Fire Demo: 10:00 AM
Q&A Session: Following the burn demonstration
Event End: 12:00/1:00 PM
WHAT TO EXPECT
9:30 AM: Welcome and introduction to the demonstration
10:00 AM: THE BURN - Live fire testing of straw bale walls vs. conventional construction
Post-Burn: Interactive Q&A with the experts
Throughout the event: Learning stations and expert discussions
Important Parking Information
✅ DO Park: Wildland Firefighter Foundation main parking lot
❌ DO NOT Park: The gravel lot on the west side of the property
Please note: The west gravel lot will be used as the burn location and is off-limits for parking. Please use only the main Wildland Firefighter Foundation parking lot.
Safety First
This demonstration will be conducted under professional fire safety supervision with all appropriate safety measures in place. Our team of fire professionals will ensure both dramatic results and complete safety for all attendees.
..and Straw Bale Workshop Coming in August!
We're thrilled to announce that EarthCraft Design Build will be hosting a Straw Bale Workshop in late August at the Bitter Brush Straw Bale Project in the Central Foothills of Boise.
This hands-on workshop will allow you to learn straw bale construction techniques directly from our experienced team. More details and registration information will be announced soon - STAY TUNED to our communications for updates!
What to Bring Tomorrow
Comfortable outdoor clothing
Suncreen
Water bottle (we will also have bottled waters, if needed)
Questions about natural building and fire safety
An open mind ready to challenge conventional wisdom
A Huge Thank You to Our Partners
We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the organizations that made this groundbreaking event possible:
🔥 Wildland Firefighters Foundation - Thank you for hosting this demonstration at your facility and for everything your foundation does to honor fallen firefighters and support the families left behind. Your commitment to fire safety education and community support is truly appreciated.
🎓 University of Idaho & the Integrated Design Lab - We're incredibly grateful for your scientific expertise and assistance behind the research that supports this demonstration. Your academic rigor and commitment to advancing building science helps ensure our results are both credible and meaningful.
This event wouldn't be possible without these incredible partnerships!
Contact Information
If you have any last-minute questions or immediate needs, please don't hesitate to send a text to our team.
EarthCraft Design Build: 208-391-3754
This isn't just an educational event - it's a chance to witness firsthand how straw bale construction can outperform conventional building methods in fire resistance. See you tomorrow morning!
- The EarthCraft Design Build Team
