State Foresters

🔥 Fires are burning in Alaska and California 🌊 State forestry crews are helping to clean up from Texas floods 👩‍🔬 Researchers are making strides in new forestry tools Catch up on the latest forestry headlines in NASF's weekly newsletter! mailchi.mp/stateforesters…

Today is International Self Care Day! Trees have endless health benefits, including reducing stress and improving mood. However you practice self care, try doing it near or in a forest—and thank a State Forester for supporting your mental health. 🌳💚

State Foresters joined forestry professionals in D.C. last week for the 9th American Forest Congress. Open dialogues and speakers including NASF’s Executive Director led to the passage of Principles and Resolutions, marking an era of change in Forestry. #9AFC2025 #ActForForests

We're still accepting nominations for 2025 NASF awards! These national level awards recognize excellence in various aspects of forestry including fire, urban forestry, public policy, and more. Learn more and nominate your forestry hero here: bit.ly/nasf-awards

Invasive and destructive pests may be lurking in your firewood! 🐛 This outdoor season, help prevent the spread and keep forests healthy by burning firewood where you buy it. Learn more at DontMoveFirewood.org.

Today is World Paper Bag Day! 🛍️ The choice between paper and plastic is easy—paper decomposes quickly, can be recycled, comes from a renewable resource, and supports working forests. 🌳

Registration is now open for NASF's 2025 Annual Meeting in Hawai'i! This year's meeting will highlight the unique challenges that the islands face and the lessons all states can learn with limited resources. Register here: NASF2025.eventbrite.com

Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸🎊 While the weather may be great for barbecues, it's also the perfect conditions for wildfires. Practice wildfire prevention and safety this holiday and brush up on your knowledge at SmokeyBear.com.

Today is National Wildland Firefighter Day! Thank you to all the hardworking wildland firefighters and support personnel that protect our natural resources, care for the environment, and keep communities safe. #ItTakesAllOfUs

Today marks the beginning of Wildland Firefighter Week of Remembrance. We remember those who have fallen in the line of duty, reflect on the lessons learned, and renew our commitment to wildland firefighter safety. 👩‍🚒❤️👨‍🚒

Much of the U.S. is facing a brutal heatwave this week. 🥵 Trees are one of the most powerful cooling agents we can use! Not only do they provide shade, but they also cool the air by releasing water vapor. Trees and urban forests are vital to our communities. 🌳

June 22 is World Rainforest Day! Did you know that the U.S. is home to several rainforests? While they may not look like the Amazon jungle, these important ecosystems are home to thousands of species of plants and animals and even help regulate the climate. 🌴🌳🌲

Tonight is the summer solstice—which means even more daylight to enjoy your state forests! ☀️ Stay hydrated, beat the heat, and have fun!

Summer is around the corner! Head to your nearest state forest to enjoy the weather and maybe try something new. ☀️ Remember that some activities may require permits or passes.

Know someone who goes above and beyond in their area of forestry? Nominate them for a NASF Current Achievement Award! Awardees will be recognized at NASF's Annual Meeting in Waimea, Hawai'i. Submit your nomination by August 1: bit.ly/nasf-awards

Fire season is here. 🔥 State forestry agencies are working to reduce risk, increase capacity, and keep communities safe. Find out what's happening in your state in NASF's weekly newsletter: ow.ly/pK9t50W6j65.

Today is #WorldEnvironmentDay! This year's theme address plastic pollution and what better way to reduce plastic waste than by switching to paper! Paper is biodegradable and recyclable which can reduce waste. It also helps support healthy forests and good jobs. 👷‍♂️🌳

Introducing the 2025 James Hubbard Intern for Policy, Colin Reese! A rising senior at Michigan State University, Colin brings experience and passion in environmental change and politics. Get to know Colin here: ow.ly/CO4250VZuTO

This Wildfire Awareness Month, learn about the important role that prescribed fire plays in the broader fire ecosystem. It's both a forest management tool and a fire mitigation strategy to minimize catastrophic wildfires, especially those near to our communities.

Wildfire season is here and state forestry agencies are committed to protecting our natural resources and your community by: 🪓 Creating fuel breaks 🔥 Conducting prescribed burns 👩‍🚒 Responding to fires 🤓 Sharing wildfire prevention education