Family Forest Blog
May 28, 2019
American Forest Foundation Brings WoodsCamp to California, Accelerating Wildfire Risk Reduction
To help more California landowners access the funding and technical assistance to reduce wildfire risk and make their forestland more resilient, the American Forest Foundation (AFF) today announced release of the WoodsCamp online tool in California. The online tool gives family forest owners critically important data, resources, and access to expert advice that can improve land health and reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire.
May 28, 2019
AFF Applauds the Introduction of the Forest Recovery Act in the Senate
AFF applauds Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith of Mississippi, Roger Wicker of Mississippi, Tom Cotton of Arkansas and Marco Rubio of Florida for the introduction and support of the Forestry Recovery Act (S. 1687).
May 20, 2019
AFF Statement on Washington’s Shared Stewardship Agreement with Forest Service
The American Forest Foundation (AFF) applauds the recent signing of a Shared Stewardship Memorandum of Understanding, which formalizes a partnership with Washington Department of Natural Resources, Washington Fish and Wildlife and the United States Forest Service to support shared goals and existing plans to address forest health, which is a cornerstone of reducing wildfires and providing wildlife habitat and clean water.
March 26, 2019
Young Female Forester Awarded for Leadership to Forestry Community
The American Tree Farm System® (ATFS) is pleased to recognize Brittany VanderWall of Michigan with the 2019 National Leadership Award. The award recognizes the efforts of extraordinary volunteers for their leadership in motivating other volunteers, educating landowners and accomplishing his or her state committee’s forest conservation goals.
March 26, 2019
American Tree Farm System Honors Bill Chaney as 2019 National Outstanding Inspector of the Year
The American Tree Farm System® (ATFS) is pleased to recognize Bill Chaney of Arkansas as the 2019 National Outstanding Inspector of the Year. Chaney was selected from among more than 2,500 inspectors nationwide for his exceptional on-the-ground work with family forest owners and commitment to the American Tree Farm System.
March 6, 2019
AFF Statement on California’s Community Wildfire Prevention & Mitigation Report
The American Forest Foundation (AFF) a leading conservation organization that helps America’s family forest owners care for their land, today applauded the leadership of California and CAL FIRE in their efforts to protect vulnerable communities and homes by making our forests more resilient.
December 12, 2018
AFF Supports Farm Bill Conference Report that Recognizes Family Forest Owner Needs
The American Forest Foundation (AFF) a leading conservation organization that helps America’s family forest owners care for their land, today expressed strong support for the 2018 Farm Bill conference report, which includes new tools and support for stewardship of family forest lands.
December 5, 2018
American Forest Foundation and The Forest Trust Partner to Advance Sustainable Supply Chains
This partnership will enable brands to more seamlessly engage in on-the-ground work with private landowners to transform their supply chains and drive positive outcomes in the places they source wood. The work will also support markets that encourage family forest owners to take conservation action in their woods.
October 30, 2018
Ohio Tree Farmers Named National Outstanding Tree Farmers of the Year
Tree Farmers celebrate the impact of quality forest management and share their experiences to educate others in the community. This year’s honorees are Randy and Koral Clum of east central Ohio.
October 11, 2018
AFF Applauds Appointment of Vicki Christiansen as US Forest Service Chief
The following statement can be attributed to Tom Martin, President and CEO of the American Forest Foundation (AFF), in response to the announcement that Vicki Christiansen will serve as the 19th Chief of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Forest Service.
October 9, 2018
American Forest Foundation Receives Dutch Sustainability Recognition for Family Forest Owners
ATFS Certification first forest management standard approved for Dutch biomass sustainability verification.
August 29, 2018
AFF Applauds Appointment of James Hubbard to Undersecretary
Statement from AFF President and CEO Tom Martin Regarding the Senate confirmation of James Hubbard to U.S. Department of Agriculture Undersecretary of Natural Resources and Environment (USDA).
August 16, 2018
AFF Supports the USFS's Shared Stewardship Approach to Reduce Wildfire Risk
Statement from AFF President and CEO Tom Martin Regarding the U.S. Forest Service Release of the Toward Shared Stewardship Across Landscapes report.
July 11, 2018
Forest Owners in FL, ME, OH and WA Awarded Regional Outstanding Tree Farmers
American Tree Farm System provides top honors to exceptional Tree Farmers.
June 14, 2018
Forests in the Farm Bill Coalition Commends Senate Agriculture Committee
The Forests in the Farm Bill Coalition commends the Senate Agriculture Committee for passage of the Farm Bill out of committee that includes recommendations on family forest policy.