For a look at what's happening in western forestry, check out the links / news below from our member state agencies:

Alaska Department of Natural Resources

• News Release: Public invited to comment on changes to burning regulations

Colorado State Forest Service

• News Release: Aerial Survey: Bark Beetle Outbreaks Expanding in Colorado

Idaho Department of Lands

• News Release: Endowment Lands Contribute More Than $500 Million to Idaho's Economy

Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources 

• Video: Forests for Life
• News Release: Forests for Life Television Special Chronicles Life-Giving Benefits of Native Forests & Watersheds  
• News Release: The Last Known Land Snail Of His Kind Dies

Utah Division of Forestry, Fire & State Lands 

• Article: The End of a Reign - The Story of the Former National Champion White Fir

Washington State Department of Natural Resources

• Newsletter: Tree Link January 2019

If you have news from a state forestry agency and wish for it to be included on this site, please send it to Kelsey Soeth.