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forestproud is a program amplifying the impact of forests for people, products, and planet. We Speak Forests. Forests can't speak for themselves.

But we can.

is a communications and outreach program of the Society of American Foresters. We are a platform and community connecting people to the stories of forests, the products they provide, and the communities who care for them. From sustainable forest management to innovative forest products, we highlight how forests shape our lives, support communities, and contribute to a hea

lthier future. Through stories, films, and resources, we amplify the connections between people, products, and planet. Showing that when forests thrive, we all thrive. Join the community to explore careers, share stories, and discover the many ways people are working together to keep forests as forests, for today and for generations to come.

06/17/2026

Fire has a rhythm.🔥

A fire regime is the natural pattern of fires in an ecosystem, including how often they happen, how intense they are, and when they occur. Understanding it helps forests stay balanced.

🪵 What is biochar? Made from low-value wood and forest thinning leftovers using a process called pyrolysis, biochar impr...
06/16/2026

🪵 What is biochar?

Made from low-value wood and forest thinning leftovers using a process called pyrolysis, biochar improves soil, supports agriculture, and helps manage stormwater. Swipe to learn more about this innovative wood product.

Watch our Fire-Forged Innovations film to see American Biochar Institute Executive Director, Myles Gray, break down the science - https://youtu.be/S16DIBjP8KM

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📺 Midwest broadcast premiere! Discover the inspiring story of the Menominee Nation and its impact on forestry education ...
06/12/2026

📺 Midwest broadcast premiere!

Discover the inspiring story of the Menominee Nation and its impact on forestry education and communities this weekend. Don’t miss this incredible journey from tradition to innovation! 🍃

"Forests of the First Stewards: Menominee Nation," is brought to you by the Society of American Foresters and its program, in partnership with Menominee Tribal Enterprises and Discover Mediaworks this educational film series and companion curriculum for K–12 and higher education take viewers on a journey from ancient traditions to modern-day stewardship.

Wisconsin residents can watch the broadcast premiere Into The Outdoors TV episode on June 13 and 14. Check stations and times here: https://intotheoutdoors.org/regional-tv-networks/

Forester Marcus Rutherford says managing a forest means shaping its future for those who will inherit it. “Our work has ...
06/12/2026

Forester Marcus Rutherford says managing a forest means shaping its future for those who will inherit it.

“Our work has ramifications for decades, sometimes generations. When you manage a forest, you’re influencing that ecosystem for people who will come long after you.”

A career in forestry can leave a meaningful impact on future generations.

Read more insights from Forestry Foundation Scholars in our blog: https://lnkd.in/ePU--mDR

06/11/2026

What happens to all that leftover wood from forest management?

In Fire-Forged Innovations, we break it down: That material can become biochar, a product that supports healthier soils, stronger landscapes, and smarter use of forest resources.

It’s practical. It’s happening now. And it’s making a difference beyond the forest.

Watch the film and learn how it works: https://youtu.be/S16DIBjP8KM

06/10/2026

An ecological approach looks at the entire system, not just one piece. Because forests work best when everything is considered together.

In California’s Mendocino National Forest, mobile pyrolysis systems are turning woody debris from wildfire mitigation in...
06/04/2026

In California’s Mendocino National Forest, mobile pyrolysis systems are turning woody debris from wildfire mitigation into biochar. Earth Foundries upcycles forest materials that would otherwise go to waste, creating a valuable fuel source.

The future of wildfire mitigation is driven by innovative wood solutions and community resilience.

🌱 Curious how it works? Watch our Fire-Forged Innovations film to see how Earth Foundries is turning waste into value: https://youtu.be/S16DIBjP8KM

06/03/2026

On the watch list. 👀

Candidate species are plants or animals being closely monitored because they may be at risk.
Not officially listed, but definitely worth protecting.

Wood innovation is creating benefits far beyond the forest. Bioenergy facilities support local jobs for operators, fores...
06/02/2026

Wood innovation is creating benefits far beyond the forest.

Bioenergy facilities support local jobs for operators, foresters, truck drivers, and contractors while also helping land managers remove excess biomass from forests. That work supports healthier landscapes and can help reduce wildfire risk around communities.

When forests are managed actively, communities, ecosystems, and local economies all benefit.

Read the full story here:
https://www.fs.usda.gov/about-agency/features/forest-power-woodchips-electricity

Credit: U.S. Forest Service

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