Videos

CHIPPEWA NATIONAL FOREST MANAGEMENT FOR OPTIMAL HABITAT Scott Johnson dives into the benefits of Aspen Grove management in the Chippewa National Forest. Discover how this active forest management approach is enhancing habitats and boosting the vitality of ruffed grouse.  The Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society are proud to champion these efforts in educating the public on the benefits of this approach.

Discover how Salt River Project employs active forest management strategies to ensure the health of watersheds and mitigate the risks associated with catastrophic wildfires. Learn about the innovative practices that safeguard both our forests and our water supply, highlighting the crucial link between forest health and utility services.

The critical practice of mechanical thinning and its role in protecting our forests from devastating wildfires.

WHAT'S YOUR STORY? In this video we spotlight the immense power of storytelling in revolutionizing modern forest management. This video is a compelling call to action, inviting individuals from all corners of the forestry community to share their experiences and insights. Each narrative can contribute to a deeper understanding of forest ecosystems and the practices needed to protect and nurture them. Are you a part of the forest community wi...

WHY FOREST MANAGEMENT AND WOOD PRODUCTS ARE CLIMATE SOLUTIONS In this enlightening video, we delve into the vital role both old and young forests play in combating climate change. While old-growth forests are renowned for their carbon storage capabilities, young, rapidly growing forests play an equally crucial role in carbon sequestration. This video explores why a healthy balance of old and young forests is essential for our planet's well...

Meet Bob Burns, a dedicated private landowner in the Black Hills of South Dakota, who has transformed a family inheritance into a beacon of forest conservation and resilience.

The story of the red cockaded woodpecker shows us a way forward. Once on the verge of extinction due to habitat loss, this unique bird is making a remarkable comeback, thanks to the collaboration of the US Forest Service, industry partners, and other NGOs. Learn more.

While nature's resilience has allowed forests to recover from historical overharvesting, we now face a challenge of a different kind: lack of structural diversity. To safeguard birds like the Golden-Winged Warbler and the Wood Thrush, we must adopt proactive forest management, using tools like timber harvest and commercial thinning.

Naumes, Inc. is a wine grape grower and wine producer located in the Rogue Valley in southwestern Oregon. With orchards located in Washington, Oregon, and California, the Naumes family has felt the effects of recent wildfires in all three states, causing a real impact on their production as well as their employees.

As a researcher in forestry for 35 years, Malcolm North has primarily focused on trying to understand how western conifers have evolved, and how their ecological functions affect the composition of the ecosystem and wildlife habitat. Learn more.

We admire firefighters for risking their lives to protect our homes and communities, but often demonize loggers for doing the same in our forests. Although firefighters are certainly deserving of celebration, the timber industry plays an equally important role on the front lines of forest fire prevention.

Learn more about conservation and citizen advocate, Rachel Lee Hall, and her short film Forest Under Stress.