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The Forest Service is too important to be a political pawn

While most folks think that the U.S. Department of Agriculture focuses on farm policy, the largest agency within USDA is the Forest Service — famous for Smokey Bear and quietly doi...

West Virginia Forestry, USDA Forest Service team up to improve forest health

The post goes on to explain that while the West Virginia Division of Forestry will get work done on the ground, the USDA Forest Service will continue its federal responsibilities s...

Forest Service chief defends agency’s largest reorganization in a century

This story was first published by WyoFile. PARK CITY, UTAH — The U.S. Forest Service received roughly 300 applications for the 15 new state director jobs created during a major age...

Nearly 85% of Wildfires Are Caused By People, Do You Part To Prevent Wildfires

Established in January 2026, the U.S. Wildland Fire Service represents a historic modernization of federal wildfire management within the Department of the Interior with the unific...

Pleading for routine purchases: Inside the chaos at the Forest Service in Vermont.

Cut and reframed, what will remain of the Forest Service?

Significant changes may leave the agency present in structure but diminished in function The post Cut and reframed, what will remain of the Forest Service? appeared first on The Wi...

The Forest Service says it's closing offices to cut costs. But the math doesn't add up

The Forest Service is trying to shut down research hubs because it says it needs to live within its means. But the agency plans to close facilities that cost less than $1 to rent w...

Visiting The National Forest? Know Before You Go.

As summer approaches, families are gearing up for outdoor adventures. But are they really prepared for what’s out there? Continue reading…

Partnership Aims to Reduce Wildfire Severity in Ashland, OR, Watershed

Ashland's stewardship with the U.S. Forest Service, The Nature Conservancy and Lomakatski Restoration Project started in 2010.

Forest Service OKs Idaho group’s request to use banned chainsaws in wilderness

BOISE, Idaho — The U.S. Forest Service has approved an Idaho group’s request to exempt a rule in the largest wilderness area in the Lower 48 in what it says is a much-needed move t...

Forest Service seeks input for sweeping Helene repair project for Cherokee National Forest

CARTER COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A proposed extensive and wide-reaching project will restore and repair areas of the Cherokee National Forest that Hurricane Helene damaged, and offici...

Forest Service expands when firefighters can use N95 masks

LOS ANGELES — Last week, the U.S. Forest Service and Department of the Interior expanded the situations in which their firefighters are allowed to wear N95 masks.

As western fires erupt, Trump's Forest Service says it's now fully staffed

The Forest Service says it's fully staffed with seasonal firefighters going into summer but there are still questions about whether the government is prepared if major wildfires ge...

Caribou-Targhee National Forest to start selling firewood permits

The following is a news release from the USDA Forest Service: IDAHO FALLS — The Caribou-Targhee National Forest will start selling firewood permits for personal use beginning Monda...

The Forest Service Has Closed the Most Popular Wilderness Area in America Due to Wildfire Danger

The Forest Service has temporarily closed the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness as wildfires rage through northern Minnesota The post The Forest Service Has Closed the Most Pop...

Idaho Forest Crews Are Battling A Hidden Threat Left Behind By 2024 Wildfires

Colo. university transforms into basecamp for wildland firefighters

Colorado State University Pueblo operates like a small city, providing food, fuel, repairs, medical support and rest for hundreds of firefighters battling the Aspen Acres Fire

Letter: Lawmakers right to see value in forestry service

The U.S. Forest Service plays an essential role in protecting our communities, managing our native forests and responding to the growing threat of wildfires here in Hawaii and acro...

U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces New Chief of Natural Resources Conservation Service

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Three U.S. Forest Service Firefighters Receive Final Salute

“They showed up to make order out of chaos day after day with purpose, dedication and heart,” said U.S. Wildland Fire Service Chief Brian Fennessy

The Forest Management Conundrum in the United States-Part 1

This policy, though well-intentioned, was ecologically disastrous. It created unprecedented fuel accumulation, dense multi-layered forests, increased insect and disease vulnerabili...

U.S. Forest Service to Open Millions of Acres to Off-Road Vehicles

The forthcoming order echoes President Trump’s decision to repeal executive orders that have protected other public lands from vehicles for decades.

Federal wildland firefighters get expanded access to N95 masks

The Forest Service and Interior Department will allow trained wildland firefighters to use N95 respirators on the fireline while adding decontamination protocols to reduce long-ter...

Watch Duty: Wildfire & Floods - Sherwood Forestry Service, Inc.

Watch Duty is the only disaster mapping and alert app powered by real people giving you real-time information on wildfires and floods vetted by trained professionals, not robots or...