In this episode of Blazin' Grazin' and Other Wild Things, we're talking with Noble County rancher and long-time prescribed burn advocate Grady Parmley about how local burn associations build community, manage risk, and make fire a tool for landscape restoration and forage improvement. This episode digs into the history, challenges, and surprising benefits of prescribed burning in Oklahoma. Grady shares how he went from fearing fire to becoming an integral part of the North Central Range Improvement Association, helping neighbors burn thousands of acres safely and effectively. We cover the evolution of Grady's ranching journey, lessons learned from burn mishaps, the role of planning and leadership in successful burns, and how prescribed fire supports both livestock production and wildlife, like quail and deer. There's also a fascinating discussion about balancing liability, maintaining equipment, and getting buy-in from landowners. If you've ever wondered how prescribed burning works on the ground in Oklahoma or want to get involved with a local Prescribed Burn Association, this episode is a must-listen.