Guest post by Kristen Miller The Northeast-Midwest State Foresters Alliance (NMSFA) has named Jerry Grossman the Cooperative Forest Management Forester of the Year. Jerry received the award in recognition of his dedication and contributions to sustainable forest management, the forestry profession, and his community. Nominees for this annual award compete in a rigorous and highly [read more]
Guest post by Aaron Smith Doing fun activities as a family allows you to bond and provides you with a wealth of memories. The simple things are often the most memorable, although there's nothing simple about exploring a state forest. State forests and parks are full of unforgettable treasures, and each one is unique. Even [read more]
Spring has brought something special to the State Foresters Store: new Smokey Bear products! We get it: Kitchen tables are the new classrooms and public get-togethers are on hold. There may not be as many opportunities to hand out Smokey-themed goodies, but you can still spread the good word on the importance of wildfire prevention. [read more]
Guest post by Katie Marie Yep, you read that right! Detroit, Michigan. Whether you’re a Detroit native or just in town for a visit, the city has so many green spaces to enjoy, including parks, conservancies, public gardens, and then some. Detroit Riverfront The Detroit Riverfront is a draw in spring, summer, fall, and winter. [read more]
