By Hannah Wagner Trees are essential to all human health. They oxygenate our air and filter our water. They improve our mood and boost our healing. Trees also make great teachers for adults and kids alike. In support of this year’s Black History Month theme of “Black Health and Wellness,” NASF is exploring what trees [read more]
The sign-on of the National Association of State Foresters makes 30 members for the Source Water Collaborative. Since its start in 1920, NASF has served as a leading authority on forest management in the United States. NASF’s membership is composed of the directors of forestry agencies in the 50 states, five U.S. territories, three nations [read more]
By Hannah Wagner Happy Groundhog Day! One of the strangest American traditions took place this morning, and the ending wasn’t ideal. A famous groundhog named Phil saw his shadow… What a bummer! While I’m sure you’re disappointed to have to bear six more weeks of winter, have you ever wondered what cold weather means for [read more]
Guest post by Jordan McDowell Starting a fire is simple. But starting a responsible fire that protects both you from the cold and the environment from a wildfire? That’s a bit more difficult. Whether you’re camping or simply enjoying a new fire pit in your backyard, make sure that you have all the information you [read more]
By Keith Wood The Partners in Community Forestry conference was held November 17-18, 2021 in Louisville, Kentucky. This year’s conference brought back together nearly 400 in-person attendees in addition to remote audience members. Those in attendance were bursting with enthusiasm to be back together presenting, learning, and networking all things urban and community forestry (U&CF)! [read more]
By Marvin Brown | This blog is a cross-post and will appear in the Winter 2022 edition of the National Woodlands Magazine. A core mission of all state forestry agencies is to provide assistance to family forest landowners. Understanding who these individuals are and why they own their property is key to offering the right [read more]
The Build Back Better Act would make unprecedented and desperately needed investments in the health and resilience of America's forests. “The scale and severity of wildfires—and their impact on communities—far outpace current efforts to prevent human-caused wildfires and mitigate wildfire damages,” said NASF President and and Connecticut State Forester Christopher Martin. “Without an unprecedented and [read more]
NASF is now an official member of #forestproud! What makes #forestproud such a great asset to the forestry community is how it connects the dots between forests—and all the products and benefits they provide—and the role they play in helping to fight climate change. If you haven't already seen #forestproud content on social [read more]
Guest post by Alison Hoover From Belle Isle to Corktown to the Financial District, Detroit is full of Mother Nature’s beauty. While urban areas aren’t often associated with flora or fauna, the Motor City is home to a lot more than just Motown, Vernors, and Buddy’s Pizza. Trees of all heights Like the rest of [read more]
By Russell Bozeman, Mississippi state forester and NASF Forest Markets Committee chair Happy National Forest Products Week! We’ve been celebrating the value of forest products and their contributions to society since 1960 when Congress issued a joint proclamation designating National Forest Products Week as the seven-day period beginning on the third Sunday of October. President Dwight [read more]
