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The National Wildlife Federation's Southeast Forestry program. Strengthening a legacy of resilience and a future of unity.

07/24/2026

Celebrating range-wide momentum in longleaf pine restoration!

The America’s Longleaf 2025 Range-wide Accomplishment Report is officially out, highlighting incredible efforts across the Southeast. From establishing new longleaf acreage to successful prescribed burning, collaborative efforts are bringing this iconic ecosystem back to life for local wildlife and communities alike.

The Southeast Forestry team, along with our amazing partners and state affiliates, is proud to contribute to this landscape-scale recovery year after year.

🔗 Head to the link in our bio to read the full report.

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06/19/2026

There’s nothing like an Earth Day spent learning about restoring native forests! In our latest blog, "Educating North Carolina Landowners on Longleaf Pine Management," we recount Longleaf and the Landowner, a three-day workshop focused that provided 40 Southeastern landowners with resources to support land retention and longleaf pine management. Highlights include perspectives from our Longleaf Landowner Mentor host, Constance Stancil.

🔗 Read here: https://blog.nwf.org/2026/06/educating-north-carolina-landowners-on-longleaf-pine-management/

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06/02/2026

Our Southeast Forestry Communications Specialist, Shelby Flores, joined our Great Lakes team for a visit to the Great Northwoods to interview local business owners. In her latest blog post, "Why Neglecting the Great Northwoods Threatens Michigan’s Businesses," Shelby explores how these 60 million acres of pristine forest across Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota sustain local communities and economies—ranging from tourism to fly-fishing—while highlighting how environmental shifts now endanger these livelihoods.

🔗 Read at nwf.blog.org.

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05/29/2026

What an incredible resource workshop! 🌲

Our Longleaf Landowner Mentor Mitchell Locklear hosted his Landowner Resource Workshop last week, and we're still reeling over it! From the tour of his property to learning about longleaf pine restoration, bottomland hardwoods, and native wildlife, it was truly an evening to remember. Landowners saw various stages of longleaf, learned about tradeoffs in management approaches, and witnessed the benefits of wildlife corridors between stands.

Thank you to the NC Wildlife Resources Commission, North Carolina Wildlife Federation, NC Forest Service, Sandhills Prescribed Burn Association, and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service for being a part of our event!

🏷️ America's Longleaf Restoration Initiative

05/18/2026

What an incredible academy! 🌲

From deep-dives in the classroom to hands-on work in the field, Longleaf and the Landowner covered it all, providing the Maysville community with information on longleaf ecology, heirs' property, landowner resources, and more!

A massive thank you to The Longleaf Alliance for helping host this incredible event.

🏷️ America's Longleaf Restoration Initiative

05/08/2026

How can landscapers, homeowners, and businesses support local farmers and conservation? Wildlife-friendly pine straw offers a clear choice! 🌾

NWF's Landowner Mentor, Mr. Herbert Hodges, recently made his first sale of wildlife-friendly pine straw! Sourced in Swainsboro, Georgia, Mr. Hodges's pine straw is harvested in a way that protects the longleaf pine ecosystem and the wildlife that depend on it. Victory Gardens installed these bales at the Ships Of The Sea Maritime Museum and other properties in Savannah, Georgia! Special thanks to Reid Archer and the team at Victory Gardens for their insight into consumer values and their approach to landscaping.

This milestone is part of a pilot project in partnership with the US Forest Service, supported by the National Wildlife Federation’s Southeast Forestry team.

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05/01/2026

Looking to learn more about native forest and wildlife management? 🌲

Join us for a FREE event at the Locklear Farm in Robeson County, NC. This field day includes a tour of Landowner Mentor Mitchell Locklear’s property and the opportunity for landowners to learn from professionals about longleaf pine restoration, bottomland hardwoods, and native wildlife. Dinner will be provided.

🔗 Register by May 15 at tinyurl.com/4493dpyd

Thank you to the NC Wildlife Resources Commission, North Carolina Wildlife Federation, NC Forest Service, Sandhills Prescribed Burn Association, and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service for being a part of our event!

We look forward to seeing you there!

🏷️ America's Longleaf Restoration Initiative

04/29/2026

That’s a wrap on Longleaf and the Landowner! 🌲

The Longleaf & the Landowner Academy just finished an incredible three-day run. From deep-dives in the classroom to hands-on work in the field, we covered it all, whether that be Longleaf ecology or the essential details of heirs’ property and business planning.

There is nothing more inspiring than seeing a new generation of landowners stepping up to lead. A massive thank you to our partners at The Longleaf Alliance for their expertise and to the Onslow community for welcoming us.

🏷️ America's Longleaf Restoration Initiative

04/24/2026

Celebrating our first installation of wildlife-friendly pine straw! 🌾🚜👨‍🌾

NWF's Landowner Mentor, Mr. Herbert Hodges, made his first sale of wildlife-friendly pine straw! This achievement is part of a pilot project in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, supported by the National Wildlife Federation’s Southeast Forestry team. Victory Gardens installed the product with educational signage at the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum in Savannah, Georgia.

Mr. Hodges's pine straw, which was hand raked and box baled in Swainsboro, Georgia is harvested in a way that protects the longleaf pine ecosystem and the wildlife that depend on it. By reducing chemical use, avoiding heavy equipment, and maintaining regular fire, we can keep the forest's plants and wildlife health for future generations. We're incredibly proud of this milestone and his commitment to protecting wildlife while generating income from his property.

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04/23/2026

Every day is Earth Day! 🌎

Nature’s endurance is on full display this Earth Day, especially in longleaf pine forests. These resilient landscapes tell a story of survival across the Southeastern U.S., thriving in sandy soils and dancing with fire. Let’s celebrate this biodiverse wonder and ensure its beauty persists for generations.

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Reston, VA
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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
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Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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