Washington’s Forest Management Shifts: Timber Interests Versus Conservation

Washington State’s approach to forest management is undergoing a significant transformation, sparking a critical debate between established conservation efforts and the growing influence of timber industry interests….

California Wildfire Rages: Gifford Blaze Scorches 30,000 Acres in Los Padres

A massive conflagration, now dubbed the Gifford fire, continues to rage unchecked through the rugged expanse of Los Padres National Forest, having already consumed more than 30,000…

Wyoming Governor Signs Executive Order to Boost Forest Health, Curb Wildfire Risk

Governor Mark Gordon of Wyoming recently enacted a significant executive order in Cheyenne, aiming to profoundly enhance the health of the state’s forests and substantially mitigate the…

Lolo Forest Plan Revision Delayed Amid Leadership Changes, Policy Shifts

Lolo National Forest officials have announced a significant delay in the release of their crucial forest plan revision, pushing back its anticipated publication to late 2025 or…