Did you know that building with wood can help save the world? No, seriously. #forests

AFRC's Tom Partin photographed two 900-year-old western larch trees on the Colville National Forest. The upcoming 30,000-acre Buckhorn Project will thin surrounding forests to reduce wildfire risk and help protect these ancient trees for future generations.

The forest products industry supports family wage jobs across America, from the woods to the mills. This National Forest Products Week, we celebrate the hardworking Americans who strengthen rural economies and help keep forests as forests.

Did you know the forest products industry ranks among the top 10 manufacturing employers in 45 states? This National Forest Products Week, we celebrate the people who provide sustainable wood products, support rural jobs, and help keep forests as forests.

It's National Forest Products Week! From lumber to paper and packaging, sustainable wood products are part of everyday life. We celebrate the hardworking people who make these products possible, support rural communities, and help keep forests as forests for future generations.

Timber revenue from Washington’s state trust lands funds schools, hospitals, roads and other services while supporting family wage jobs. Without it, communities face budget cuts or higher taxes. Working forests support thriving communities. Learn more at dnrtrustlands.org

After 30 years of Northern Spotted Owl policy, the owl still declines, rural communities have paid a steep price, and forests face severe wildfire. What have we learned? AFRC President Travis Joseph weighs in: amforest.org/a-fork-in-the-r…

The October AFRC Newsletter is here! Read about 30 years of Spotted Owl policy, federal timber sales reaching a 29-year high, permitting reform, BLM litigation, post-fire recovery, Washington DNR’s fiscal challenges and more. Download: tinyurl.com/AFRCNewsOct26

AFRC’s Matt Comisky joined the Washington Board of Natural Resources retreat this week to see how active management of state trust lands supports schools and communities while improving forest health, protecting wildlife habitat and reducing wildfire risks.

New research shows wildfire is a growing threat to Western water supplies. In large watersheds, the share of land burned annually has nearly doubled. Proactive forest management can help protect drinking water and communities. kunr.org/local-stories/2026-…

AFRC brought forest industry professionals from across the West together in Reno last week for our 2026 Leadership Forum. Participants connected with peers and discussed key issues facing federal forest management and the industry. Thanks to everyone who joined us!

New computers. Better lighting. Building repairs. Timber revenue from Washington’s state trust lands helps local libraries make these investments while preserving more property tax dollars for open hours and community services. Learn more at dnrtrustlands.org

The final Blue Mountains forest plans should support more active management and give local land managers the flexibility to respond to unhealthy forest conditions and severe wildfire risks. Read more: amforest.org/afrc-oregon-log…

Oregon has seen more than 2.5 million acres burn this year, 92% on public lands. AFRC President Travis Joseph and OFIC President Chris Edwards examine the Grasshopper Fire, delayed forest management and anti forestry litigation. oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2…

Special Episode! AFRC President Travis Joseph joins OFIC President Chris Edwards to talk wildfire costs, forest loss, anti forestry litigation, the Grasshopper Fire and the politics of active forest management. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or here: spotifycreators-web.app.link…

Important forestry updates from the courtroom! 🚨 AFRC and O&C Counties moved to defend the 2016 BLM plan and Aloha Trout Project. Meanwhile, the Ninth Circuit reversed a lower court ruling against BLM’s Siuslaw HLB Landscape Plan. tinyurl.com/BLMAlohaTrout

Washington’s state trust lands help fund local emergency services. Clallam County Fire District #3 Chief Justin Grider explains how timber revenue supports equipment, supplies and other needs that help keep the district ready to respond. Learn more at dnrtrustlands.org

It’s National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. AFRC thanks the hard working men and women behind the wheel who keep America’s forest products industry rolling. From hauling logs out of the woods to delivering finished lumber, our industry depends on them every day.

Working forests provide jobs and economic stability for families in Forks, WA. Mayor Tim Fletcher explains why sustainable timber harvests from Washington’s state trust lands matter to local jobs, businesses and the community’s future. Learn more at dnrtrustlands.org

Timber revenue from Washington’s state trust lands helps rural fire districts pay for critical equipment. Keith Cortner of Clallam County Fire District #2 explains why consistent timber harvests matter for emergency services. Learn more at dnrtrustlands.org

The September AFRC Newsletter is out with the latest on federal forest policy and management across the West. This month we cover: Roadless Rule rescission, Blue Mountains forest planning, post fire recovery, GNA, Boise NF management and more. Download: amforest.org/september-2026-…