Learning Center
Conservation Education is a process of structured educational programs, experiences and/or activities that enable people to understand and appreciate our country’s natural resources and how to conserve them for future generations.
Conservation Education also improves understanding of how natural resources and ecosystems affect each other and are affected by human actions, and how resources can be used more wisely.
Through structured educational experiences and activities targeted to varying age groups and populations, people develop the critical thinking skills they need to understand the complexities of ecological problems. Conservation Education also encourages people to act on their own to conserve natural resources and use them in a responsible manner by making informed resource decisions.
The Forest Service Conservation Education Website has a huge array of resources available for formal and informal educators alike.
Features
History & Culture
After years of overuse and degradation of western lands, President Cleveland, in 1897, proclaimed 13 new forest reserves, known as the "Washington's Birthday Reserves." Two of these reserves were located in California; the San Jacinto and Stanislaus. In 1907, the name was changed to "National Forests."
Treesearch
Treesearch is an online system for sharing free, full text publications by Research and Development scientists in the US Forest Service.
Spotlights
Discover the Forest
Learn more about the forest and all that they have to offer! Enjoy these science tips and fun facts to help you appreciate and conserve our natural lands.
Outdoor Safety and Ethics
With an outdoors adventure comes a sense of responsibility, especially when it comes to safety.
Woodsy Owl
Hello! I'm Woodsy Owl. I hope you will join me to learn how to "Lend a Hand—Care for the Land!" Let's get started!
Nature Watch
Engaging in Nature Watching activities leads to greater personal connection to the environment and the natural resources we all share.