Shaping America's public lands over 121 years
Video by Preston KeresThis year, as we celebrate the nation’s founding, the Forest Service looks back to its own creation and guiding principles. Since 1905, conservation, a paradigm to sustainably use resources and care for the land has been at the agency’s heart.In 1630, forests blanketed 45%, or 1 billion acres, of what is now the United States.Today that number stands at about 39%, due in…
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More than a Christmas Tree
An ambassador from Nevada graces the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol this holiday season – Silver Belle, a perfectly-shaped 53-foot red fir from the Carson Range of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.The 55-year tradition of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree tradition has invited a different national forest to provide the tree annually, with each forest adding its own distinctive touch to the…
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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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Meet Smokey Bear in Washington, DC!
Smokey Bear stands outside the USDA Forest Service entrance. Come in to visit our Information Center and meet Smokey! (USDA Forest Service photo by Alex Demas)
Imagine you’re a tourist visiting Washington, DC. As you walk along the south side of the Mall towards the Washington Monument, out…
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Forest Service Information Center
TEMPORARILY CLOSED
An animatronic Smokey Bear greets visitors in the information center. (USDA Forest Service photo)
WelcomeThe Forest Service Information Center is now open to the public Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., excluding federal holidays. Stop by to learn more about the Forest Service!…