America’s Oldest Forests and Clean Drinking Water
Forests, especially old, undisturbed ones, not only contribute to replenishing our groundwater but also act as the first source of filtration for streams, ponds, and reservoirs.
Forests
Keeping our forests healthy, whole and wild.
The trees that make up our forests are some of the oldest living things on Earth, many of them older than America itself. These forests provide crucial habitat for thousands of species. They provide limitless opportunities for recreation, exploration and wonder. What’s more, our forests absorb and store carbon dioxide, which makes them crucial allies in our race against climate change. Together we can protect our forests from road-building, logging, development and other threats.
The Latest on Forests
Old-growth trees on the chopping block in southern Oregon
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Updates
Forest Service held regional field meetings to discuss the proposed National Old-Growth Amendment
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Old growth forests in southern Oregon
Discover the serene beauty of Lake in the Woods campground in Umpqua National Forest. Explore scenic trails, and contribute to the preservation of Oregon's mature and old growth forests.
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Urban trees are good for people and wildlife. They keep us healthy and make us happy.
STATEMENT: Forest Service urged to strengthen protections for mature and old-growth forests in draft national old growth plan
A coalition of environmental groups called on the U.S. Forest Service Friday to strengthen protections for the nation's mature and old-growth forests and trees.
How Girls Scouts prepared me to become an environmental advocate
Leadership, service experiences, and time spent in nature as a Girl Scout helped me find my calling
A stroll through old growth in Willamette National Forest
Journey into Hackleman Old Growth Grove. Through these ancient woods, each step becomes a testament to the urgent need to Save Oregon's Oldest Trees for generations to come.