From silos to solutions: How Solutions Response teams unlock potential
In a large agency, it can be difficult to tackle systemic challenges. To improve organizational efficiency, the Executive Leadership Team created the Solutions Response Cadre to facilitate cross-boundary problem-solving to resolve some of the agency’s most complicated matters. In September 2025, the Solutions Response Cadre, a cadre of facilitators and project managers, was launched to…
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Evacuee Reimbursement
Albuquerque Service Center Travel Help DeskInstructions for Requesting Subsistence Reimbursement for Forest Service EvacueesUSDA Forest Service employees who were evacuated are eligible for reimbursement of subsistence payments while in an evacuated status. The Forest Service Chief Financial Officer Budget & Finance has established processes and support for Forest Service employees to…
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Honor the Fallen
Photo from a flag folding ceremony. (USDA Forest Service Photo)
We honor those who died in the line of duty.U.S. Forest Service Employees, Contractors, and Volunteers*Denotes Forest Service Fire and Aviation contractors, pilots, and volunteers.This list is actively being updated as additional…
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Honor Guard - History
The Concept of the US Forest Service "Honor Guard" first surfaced in 1998, and launched in 1999. Several employees in Southern California joined together and designed the program and uniform which honored the history of the Forest Service. The Stetson hat along with the dark green uniform represents early Agency attire. The "Ike" jacket from the 50’s also honors the old traditional uniform…
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Honor Guard
For many members, their participation in the Honor Guard is the most important part of their job with the agency because it’s a way to honor fallen Forest Service employees and represent the agency at its highest standard. They can give back to the agency, fellow employees and families of employees. Members mentioned a loss of a friend in the line of duty as one reason for their involvement and…
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2024 Rise to the Future award winners
Each year, the USDA Forest Service, along with our partners, honors exceptional employees who have exhibited leadership and management excellence in our fisheries, hydrology, wildlife, air resources and soil science programs across the country with our Rise to the Future awards. These top performers were nominated by both peers and Forest Service partners for their outstanding contributions both…