CWSF’s Western Voice blog helps you stay current on all the most important information related to forestry issues in the West.
 

Reflecting on National Wildland Firefighter Day

During the month of July, several Western states collaborated with their Governors to develop and sign proclamations to recognize National Wildland Firefighter Day.
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Western State Forestry Job Openings

Looking for an opportunity in forestry? Check out which western state forestry agencies and partners are hiring! 

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June 2025 Newsletter

The June 2025 edition of the CWSF newsletter is now available.
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GNA Committee 2025 Annual Meeting Recap

The CWSF Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) Committee convened June 10–12 in Salem, Oregon. The meeting brought together state forestry agency GNA leaders and partners from across the West to share insights, strengthen collaboration, and advance the work of the GNA Committee.
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Policy Update, June 2025

Read the latest policy update from Neil Simpson, CWSF/WFLC Director of Policy.
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May 2025 Newsletter

The May 2025 edition of the CWSF newsletter is now available.
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Policy Update, May 2025

Read the latest policy update from Neil Simpson, CWSF/WFLC Director of Policy.
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Highlights from the 2025 CWSF/WFLC Spring Meeting

Over 60 forestry leaders and partners gathered in Salt Lake City from May 13–15 for the 2025 CWSF and WFLC Spring Meeting. The meeting featured keynote remarks from USDA leadership, a field tour hosted by Utah’s Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands, and discussions focused on policy, partnerships, and shared priorities across the region.
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April 2025 Newsletter

The April 2025 edition of the CWSF newsletter is now available.
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Policy Update, April 2025

Read the latest policy update from Neil Simpson, CWSF/WFLC Director of Policy.
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March 2025 Newsletter

The March 2025 edition of the CWSF newsletter is now available.
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Policy Update, March 2025

Read the latest policy update from Neil Simpson, CWSF/WFLC Director of Policy.
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Request for Proposals - Ponderosa Pine Symposium

The Council of Western State Foresters (CWSF) Forest Products Committee (FPC) is seeking a company and/or contractor interested in planning and executing a Ponderosa Pine Symposium (Symposium) in November 2025 and crafting a report to follow the Symposium. 

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February 2025 Newsletter

The February 2025 edition of the CWSF newsletter is now available.
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Policy Update, February 2025

Check out our latest policy update from Neil Simpson, CWSF/WFLC Director of Policy.
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