Deaf and Dedicated on the Fireline

Assistant Regional Hydrologist Nicole Bringolf suited up in her fire-resistant Nomex shirt and ready to head into the field. (USDA Forest Service photo by Andrew Avitt) By Andrew AvittJune 3, 2024Pacific Southwest Region For Nicole Bringolf being deaf hasn’t stopped her from being many other things. She’s a self-proclaimed ski mountaineer, who summited several 14,000-foot … Continue reading Deaf and Dedicated on the Fireline