South Dakota Back Hat Handcrew 2018 Season

A look back at the wildfire season

 

 

Jeni Lawver – The Black Hat Handcrew is based in Rapid City and is classified as a Type 2 IA (Initial Attack) Handcrew. Primary duties for the crew are wildland fire suppression and hazardous fuels reduction work on state and private lands within the Black Hills.

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A look back at the wildfire season     Jeni Lawver – The Black Hat Handcrew is based in Rapid City and is classified as a Type 2 IA (Initial Attack) Handcrew. Primary duties for the crew are wildland fire suppression and hazardous fuels reduction work on state and private lands within the Black Hills. […]

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