Based in Tallahassee, the National Forests in Florida Public Affairs Office serves as the primary point of contact for all alerts, notices, and news releases for the Apalachicola, Ocala, and Osceola National Forests and the Florida National Scenic Trail. News and notices specific to each management unit may also be found on their own websites as well as our blog and Twitter feed.
For media, your contact is Denise Rains, Public Affairs Officer, based in Tallahassee, via 850-523-8500.
For visitor questions and concerns, your contact is via the primary phone number provided for each forest. The visitor information specialist who answers the phone can help put you in touch with the right person. These numbers are:
Apalachicola National Forest 850-926-3561
Ocala National Forest 352-625-2520
Osceola National Forest 386-752-2577
Supervisor's Order 2009-01 regarding proper food storage in all National Forests in Florida to discourage bears raiding campgrounds and other potential food sources.
Based in Tallahassee, the National Forests in Florida Public Affairs Office serves as the primary point of contact for all alerts, notices, and news releases for the 