WOW! We are so grateful for the generous support from the sponsors of our 2026 Annual Meeting. Thank you for your continued partnership with State Foresters. 🌳💚

Did you know that 88% of Kentucky forestland is owned by private landowners? The Kentucky Division of Forestry is a key partner in stewarding these lands. We're excited to visit them next week for NASF's 2026 Annual Meeting!

Happy National Wildlife Day! State forestry agencies help improve wildlife habitat by protecting water resources, improving grazing conditions, strengthening forests, and more. 🦬🦝🐢🐇 Your state forestry agency can even help you improve wildlife habitat on your own land!

Four more, please! 😌 State forestry agencies grow millions of trees every year, but they don't make a card to draw that many.

Looks like State Foresters are getting gold stars this year! 😉 State forestry agencies conserve, protect, and strengthen forests. Whether you own forestland or just love the outdoors and want to make a difference, state forestry agencies can help! 🌳

LAST CALL! 🚨 Don't miss this year's gathering of national leaders in forestry and fire! Register for NASF's Annual Meeting in Lexington, Kentucky by September 4. Preview the agenda and register here: nasf2026.eventbrite.com

Today is National Tell A Joke Day and we just couldn't tree-sist these puns. 🌳💚 Tell us a joke in the comments or share one of ours with your friends!

It can be sad when your neighborhood loses a tree, but many communities practice urban wood reuse. 🌳♻️ Trees are removed for many good reasons and they can continue benefitting the community even after being cut down.

Happy Birthday @smokey_bear Since 1944, the National Association of State Foresters, @forestservice and @AdCouncil have led wildfire prevention efforts through the voice of Smokey Bear. The best birthday gift you can give Smokey is to remember #OnlyYou can prevent wildfires! 🐻🔥

Trees power learning across the country—literally. Many rural school districts are supported by revenue from timber harvests, ensuring that when kids everywhere buy new pencils, small school districts can thrive. 🎓🌲

Oregon is on pace to break its modern wildfire record, with 1.8 million acres burned already and the peak months of August and September still ahead. Don't miss the latest wildfire and forestry news—read the latest and subscribe here: ow.ly/m44350ZvMek

Only a month left to register for NASF's Annual Meeting in Lexington, Kentucky! Attracting more than 200 forestry and wildland fire leaders, this meeting offers extraordinary networking opportunities with key decision-makers. Register today: ow.ly/aBvK50ZtlsR

Jobs in forestry are diverse, so there's something for everyone! State forestry agencies are a great place to work, whether you prefer to work indoors or outdoors, with people or with trees. Interested in a career in forestry? Check out our job board: stateforesters.org/jobs/.

Whether you're barbecuing at a watch party or driving to a World Cup game, make sure you avoid these wildfire red cards! A few precautions can help your team earn gold in wildfire prevention—and keep our natural spaces golden for years to come. 🌳💚

Know someone who has made a difference in State, Private, and Tribal Forestry? Give them the recognition they deserve. 💚 Submit your nomination by August 7 at bit.ly/nasf-award to honor a forestry or fire hero!

Not every job in forestry involves being a forester! What unites forestry professionals is an interest in the environment, desire to learn, and passion for natural resources. Each career is different, but no matter your path, you can help care for the land you love. 🌳❤️

We can't celebrate #America250 without recognizing the role trees and forests play in our history, culture, economy, and communities. Forests not only make up much of the landscape but provide important resources for distinctly American traditions—from baseball to barbecue. 🇺🇸

Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸 There are so many reasons to celebrate our country—including our forests! 🌳 Help protect them this summer by leaving fireworks to the professionals. Backyard fireworks can haphazardly spray sparks, landing on dry vegetation that could start a wildfire.

July 2 is National Wildland Firefighter Day! 👩‍🚒👨‍🚒 State forestry agencies are often the first responders to wildfires. Thank you to all the hardworking firefighters and support personnel that protect our natural resources, care for the environment, and keep communities safe.❤️‍🔥

Today marks the beginning of Wildland Firefighter Week of Remembrance. It is an especially somber week as we mourn the recent loss of three firefighters who died in the line of duty. We remember the fallen, reflect on the lessons learned, and renew our commitment to safety. 👩‍🚒❤️