CHIPPING

πŸ”₯ Free Summer Chipping Events Announced for Neighbor’s in San Luis Obispo County

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Clearing flammable vegetation just got easier and more effective. Thanks to the Fire Safe Council of San Luis Obispo County and local partners, residents of San Luis Obipso County are now eligible for free curbside chipping services.

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  • Secure a reservation for chipping services
  • Receive automatic email reminders
  • Review event guidelines and details online
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πŸ“ Event Locations

Free chipping is available this summer for the following communities:

ATASCADERO

SIGN UPS – AUG19th Registration Open / Crews Start TUESDAY SEPT 9 thru 11, 2025

SUNRISE RIDGE

SIGN UPS – SEPT 1 Registration Open / Crews Start TUESDAY SEPT 16 thru 18, 2025

PASO ROBLES

SIGN UPS – SEPT 1th Registration Open / Crews Start TUESDAY SEPT 23 thru 25, 2025

JARDEN

NEEDS 10 – SIGN UPS – TBD

CAMBRIA

NEEDS 10 – SIGN UPS – TBD

LOS OSOS

NEEDS 10 – SIGNUPS TBD

🌿 Chipping Guidelines

Pile Size & Shape

  • One pile per reservation
  • Max size: 20’ long x 4’ wide x 4’ high
  • Must be stacked linearly β€” no tangled or beehive piles

What’s Allowed
βœ… Tree branches, shrubs, and brush
βœ… Branches under 8 inches in diameter

❌ No lumber, root balls, palm fronds, yucca, or poison oak

Pile Placement

Within 5 feet of a roadway

  • Must be on firm, accessible ground
  • Do not block roads, driveways, sidewalks, or fire hydrants

Prep Tips

  • Stack with cut ends facing the street
  • No bags, ties, or containers
  • Have your pile ready by 8:00 AM
  • You do not need to be home

🌱 Why Participate?

Removing dry, flammable vegetation is a key step in defending your home against wildfire. With rising fire risks, creating defensible space is more critical than ever. This grant-funded program helps you do thatβ€”at no costβ€”with licensed, insured contractors handling the work.


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Simply enter your address, follow the steps, and get your pile ready!