USDA Forest Service

Beach? No, darling. We chose chaotic rainforest energy and El Yunque National Forest delivered.

Lodgepole pine seedlings are pushing up through the Cameron Peak Fire burn scar. Forest Service crews are using drone imagery and machine learning to track where that recovery is happening and where the forest still needs help. fs.usda.gov/about-agency/f…

Golden hour? Nah, this is legendary hour. Coconino National Forest offers a field of sunshine with a side of dramatic skies. Drop a pin, drop your jaw and hit the trail in your big backyard. (Forest Service photo by Deborah Lee Soltesz.)

Less waste packed in means less waste packed out! 🗑️ Before you hit the trail, break down your food packaging at home or use the trash cans at the trailhead. Keep your campsite clean & protect wild habitats by keeping garbage to an absolute minimum.🐕 fs.usda.gov/about-agency/f…

National Fire News: 07/10. Firefighters are working to suppress and contain 39 large fires across the country. 12,971 firefighters and support personnel are engaged in nationwide fire activity, including 252 crews, 807 engines, and 126 helicopters.

National Fire News: 07/09. Since yesterday, 165 new fires were reported nationwide. Currently, firefighters are working to suppress and contain 38 large fires across the country.

Today is the last day of the Great American State Fair & we are celebrating the future! Forest Service is always looking for ways to improve with innovative solutions. Like the Forest Products Lab, finding new ways to use wood. fs.usda.gov/about-agency/f… #Freedom250

Choosing your camping vibe? Say less. Developed campgrounds = the “I like toilets and trash cans” era. 🚽🗑️ Dispersed camping = the “I’m basically feral but in a fun, outdoorsy way” era. 🌲⛺ Whichever you pick, stay safe and enjoy your big backyard. ✌️

Forest Service brings billions of dollars to the American economy through lumber, grazing, minerals, energy & recreation. Today the Great American State Fair is celebrating Engines of Enterprise, & the Forest Service is a big one! fs.usda.gov/sites/default/… #Freedom250

Want to see some of the other creatures at the renowned Anan Wildlife Observatory? Bears may be the stars, but the pristine ecosystem that draws in your furry favorites also supports a wide range of species. You can watch them all live on Explore.org

Affected by power outages in the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands following Typhoon Bavi? Tips to stay safe and cool off at home: -Open windows or doors to allow airflow -Close curtains and blinds to block sun -Avoid cooking indoors -Take breaks when cleaning up debris

Wildfire prevention includes vehicle safety too. Taking time to inspect your vehicle can help protect the outdoors you love to visit. 🌲

Great American State Fair is celebrating family life & community support. There are so many recreation opportunities on our national forests for the whole family to enjoy, like this family enjoying Sliding Rock in the Pisgah National Forest in NC. #Freedom250

Keep drones grounded near wildfires. Unauthorized flights force firefighters to halt air operations and delay critical work. Help protect communities by staying clear of fire zones.

71,000 seedlings. 8 days. Partners + crews restoring the Ranch Fire burn scar and building wildfire‑resilient forests in Mendocino National Forest in Northern California. fs.usda.gov/about-agency/f…

At the Forest Service, we practice active forest management. This work includes: - Mechanical treatments to thin overstocked forests - Timber sales to deliver wood to market - Reforestation - Prescribed fires

The Forest Service relies on well-trained wildland firefighters to keep America safe. Learn more about what this work looks like by visiting us at the Great American State Fair. #Freedom250 (Forest Service photo by Cecilio Ricardo.) fs.usda.gov/working-with-u…

Today we are celebrating our land stewards across generations at the Great American State Fair. This is Lupe Martinez on the Carson National Forest in 1959. Forest Service photo by Bluford W. Muir. #Freedom250

Prevent wildfires by keeping campfires small and fully extinguishing them before you leave. Remember to: 💦 Drown the fire with water 🪏 Stir the ashes 🫱 Feel for heat If it is too hot to touch, it is too hot to leave. (Forest Service video.)

Forest Service offices are closed today in honor of America’s birthday. USA! USA! USA! BUT your national forests and grasslands? Still open and ready for your adventure. Pack it in, pack it out, stay safe and go enjoy your big backyard.