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Published on October 18, 2017 - 15:13 GMT

US Forest Service to award $7 million in grant applications for projects that expand wood products and wood energy markets

OCTOBER 18, 2017 AT 11:00 AM EDT - The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service is taking grant applications for projects that expand wood products and wood energy markets, especially in areas with high wildfire risk. Applications may be submitted …

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Published on October 4, 2017 - 16:58 GMT

#MakeYourSplash on a River Near You

OCTOBER 3, 2017 AT 2:45 PM EDT - WASHINGTON - Today, federal agencies and non-profit river partners released the next video in the #FindYourWay series to celebrate the upcoming 50th anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act and National Trails System …

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Published on September 22, 2017 - 20:04 GMT

Forest Service invites Americans to celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017 AT 1:15 PM EDT - WASHINGTON — Sept. 23, 2017 is National Hunting and Fishing Day. The Presidential Proclamation identifies the fourth Saturday in September as a day to recognize hunting, fishing, and sports shooting, and the …

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Published on August 18, 2017 - 21:22 GMT

U.S. Forest Service Chief Tidwell Closes Distinguished Forest Service Career, Announces Retirement

AUGUST 18, 2017 AT 3:00 PM EDT - Washington, D.C., – U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell today announced his retirement after a 40-year career, characterized by his climb from a firefighter to a District Ranger, Forest Supervisor to the head of the U.S. …

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Published on June 19, 2017 - 15:12 GMT

USDA Announces $20 Million for Jobs for Young People, Veterans

JUNE 19, 2017 AT 10:00 AM EDT - USDA and partners committed $20 million in 21stCentury Conservation Service Corps partnership agreements to provide 4,000 work opportunities for youth, young adults and veterans up to 35 years old, a move that will help the …

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Published on May 24, 2017 - 19:14 GMT

U.S. Forest Service Awards Grants to Expand and Accelerate Wood Energy and Wood Products Markets in 19 States

MAY 24, 2017 AT 3:15 PM EDT - U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell today announced over $8.3 million to substantially expand and accelerate wood products and wood energy markets. Federal funds will leverage almost $37 million in matching funds from 36 …

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Published on December 30, 2016 - 02:26 GMT

Secretaries Jewell, Vilsack Applaud President’s Designation of New National Monuments in Utah and Nevada

WASHINGTON, D.C., DECEMBER 28, 2016 AT 5:45 PM EST - U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack today joined tribes, members of Congress, state and local officials, and local business and community leaders in …

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Published on December 20, 2016 - 19:07 GMT

USDA Commits $32 Million to Protect Natural Resources through Joint Chiefs’ Partnership

WASHINGTON, DECEMBER 20, 2016 AT 1:00 PM EST - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced a new investment of $32 million to improve the health and resiliency of forest ecosystems where public forests and grasslands connect to privately- …

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Published on December 16, 2016 - 20:35 GMT

U.S. Forest Service and Washington Department of Natural Resources Release Report on Washington Twisp River Fire

WASHINGTON, DECEMBER 16, 2016 AT 1:45 PM EST - The U.S. Forest Service and Washington State Department of Natural Resources released a report today outlining recommendations on moving forward in firefighting efforts based on lessons learned from the August …

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Published on November 18, 2016 - 20:37 GMT

New Aerial Survey Identifies More Than 100 Million Dead Trees in California

VALLEJO, CALIF., NOVEMBER 18, 2016 AT 1:30 PM EST - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today that the U.S. Forest Service has identified an additional 36 million dead trees across California since its last aerial survey in May 2016. This …

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Published on October 31, 2016 - 22:36 GMT

USGS & USFS Release New Rangeland Fire Science Plan

WASHINGTON, OCTOBER 31, 2016 AT 3:45 PM EDT - Today, the U.S. Department of the Interior released a new science plan that will serve as an action-oriented blueprint for acquiring information needed to make science-based decisions to restore and conserve …

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Published on October 31, 2016 - 17:38 GMT

With Great Enthusiasm, the Payette National Forest is Pleased to Announce the Location of the 2016 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree

WASHINGTON, OCTOBER 31, 2016 AT 11:45 AM EDT - The 80 foot Engelmann spruce that will travel to Washington D.C. and be placed on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol is located at the Little Ski Hill, just west of McCall, Idaho. While many people may not …

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Published on October 21, 2016 - 17:47 GMT

During National Forest Products Week, USDA Announces $7 Million to Expand Wood Products and Wood Energy Markets

WASHINGTON, OCTOBER 19, 2016 AT 12:30 PM EDT - style="margin-left:15px;clear:both;">Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will invest up to $7 million in grants for projects designed …

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Published on September 23, 2016 - 19:12 GMT

Forest Service Encourages Participation in National Public Lands Day

WASHINGTON, SEPTEMBER 23, 2016 AT 2:30 PM EDT - The next U.S. Forest Service fee-free day is Sept. 24, 2016, in conjunction with the 23rd annual National Public Lands Day, the Nation's largest, single-day volunteer effort for public lands projects that …

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Published on July 22, 2016 - 02:21 GMT

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces 2016 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Grants

WASHINGTON, JULY 21, 2016 AT 1:30 PM EDT - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the 2016 USDA Forest Service's National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge grant recipients. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is providing $900, …

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Published on July 19, 2016 - 19:56 GMT

Forest Service Updates Safety Policy for Saw Use

WASHINGTON, JULY 19, 2016 AT 1:30 PM EDT - The U.S. Forest Service today finalized a policy that will provide for nationally consistent training, evaluation and certification requirements for the use of chain saws and crosscut saws on National Forest …

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Published on June 28, 2016 - 18:59 GMT

NEW PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP TO HELP REDUCE WILDFIRE THREAT ON FAMILY-OWNED LANDS, PROTECT WATER SUPPLY FOR MILLIONS OF ...

WASHINGTON, D.C., JUNE 28, 2016 AT 12:45 PM EDT - Today, the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced a new partnership with the American Forest Foundation (AFF), and a combined $5 million initial …

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Published on June 22, 2016 - 20:34 GMT

Forest Service Survey Finds Record 66 Million Dead Trees in Southern Sierra Nevada

VALLEJO, CALIF., JUNE 22, 2016 AT 2:30 PM EDT - The U.S. Forest Service today announced that it has identified an additional 26 million trees dead in California since October 2015. These trees are located in six counties across 760,000 acres in the …

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Published on June 17, 2016 - 22:07 GMT

U.S. Forest Service Names New Director To Oversee National Fire and Aviation Management Program

WASHINGTON, JUNE 17, 2016 AT 3:15 PM EDT - Shawna Legarza, who has earned more than 25 years of wildland fire management experience, has been tapped to serve as the National Director of Fire and Aviation Management for the U.S. Forest Service, Chief Tom …

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Published on June 17, 2016 - 15:55 GMT

Forest Service Makes it Easier for Visitors to Enjoy National Forests and Grasslands

WASHINGTON, JUNE 17, 2016 AT 10:30 AM EDT - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell today announced steps to make it easier for outfitters, guides, schools, non-profits and other partners to take groups out to enjoy …

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