Nic Elmquist

While attending UC Santa Barbara, Nic Elmquist began his career as a seasonal wildland firefighter for the Sequoia National Forest in the summer of 2000. After earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Studies he gained a permanent appointment with the Forest Service in 2002. While with the Forest Service, Nic worked on many of the notable local fires and held positions in both the fire and ecosystem management programs. In 2018, Nic accepted his current position as a Wildland Fire Specialist for the Montecito Fire Department. His work entails developing partnerships with District residents and neighboring jurisdictions to mitigate wildfire hazards and reducing risk within our local communities. Nic appreciates the opportunity to stay connected with UCSB through collaborative projects such as this Wildfire Policy and Preparedness Lecture Series.