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

The CWSF Western State Fire Managers Committee convened in South Salt Lake, Utah, October 6-8, for its 2026 annual meeting. 

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

The CWSF Forest Health Committee and Forest Stewardship Program/Landowner Assistance Committee met in Anchorage, Alaska, September 29-October 1, for their 2026 Annual Meetings. The meetings brought together forestry professionals to exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships, and share solutions on a range of topics from federal policy changes to on-the-ground forest management.

Learn more about Olivia's internship experience with CWSF and find out what’s next for her.

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

On March 31, 2026, the USDA Forest Service announced it will move its headquarters from Washington, D.C., to Salt Lake City, UT, and transition to a state-based organizational model.

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

The CWSF Good Neighbor Authority Committee gathered August 4-6, 2026, in Dillon, Colorado, for its fourth annual meeting.

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

The Council of Western State Foresters is excited to announce Olivia Oliver as the new Communications Intern for Summer 2026! 

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

The Western State Fire Managers Health and Wellness Subcommittee is advancing collaboration and resource sharing to support the well-being of wildland fire personnel across the West.

Representatives from the CWSF Forest Products Committee recently participated in the Markets Matter Convening. Learn more in a guest blog post from Kim Slezak.

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