UW Architecture students look to wood
University of Washington College of Built Environments architecture students took their skills beyond the classroom, designing and constructing unique benches
October 2, 2024
WASHINGTON FOREST PROTECTION ASSOCIATION
Scientists explore cutting-edge applications for wood
Wood and forest products have long been appreciated as a versatile and sustainable material. But recent innovations are pushing the
August 27, 2024
Why a balanced approach leads to healthy forests
Forests play a critical role in our ecosystem, economy and quality of life. However, the misguided notion that the best
August 14, 2024
We can reduce catastrophic wildfires
Fire, drought, insect infestations, disease outbreaks and weather-related disturbances have always been a part of the natural forest cycle. It’s
July 18, 2024
Lawmakers provide tools to help forest landowners address illegal dumping
Private forest landowners in Washington state are proud of their contributions to the local, rural communities where they operate. In
May 24, 2024
Saying goodbye to Maurice Williamson
The forestry sector lost a beloved steward, friend and trusted voice last week. Former small forest landowners champion and
March 7, 2024
Navigating Forest Carbon Markets: A Guide for Landowners
Navigating Forest Carbon Markets: A Guide for Landowners A recent peer-reviewed study was released as a guide for small landowners
February 20, 2024
2024 Legislative Session reaches significant milestone
The 2024 legislative session is nearly at the halfway point. As the case with all legislative sessions happening during even
February 2, 2024
Striking a Balance Between Economic Productivity and Water Quality
Striking a Balance: The Science Behind Riparian Buffer Rules for Cool Water and Fish Protection Forest practices play a crucial
January 4, 2024
53% of Washington’s Forests are Protected, and many are dying
Washington’s forests are appreciated by us all, for their beauty, ecological values, jobs, recreation, and the forests and wood products
December 20, 2023
Washington residents support active forest management
An overwhelming majority of Washington residents back the forestry sector and working forests. That’s according to a recent poll that
September 12, 2023
Wood Sourcing Tool
Have you ever wondered where your wood comes from? Check out the American Wood Council’s new wood sourcing tool here.
September 4, 2023
Wildfire smoke draws attention to importance of forest management
Forest fires and wildfire smoke were on the minds of many last week as smoke blanketed every corner of Washington
August 28, 2023
Carbon Stored in Wood Products Extends the Carbon Benefit
Wood and wood products are key to better carbon capture Aug. 25, 2023 at 9:00 am Updated Aug. 25, 2023 at
August 26, 2023
Forest management reduces wildfire risk
An overwhelming majority of people (83%) say forest management reduces wildfire risk and support it as a means of preventing
August 10, 2023
Engaging private landowners, stakeholders key to good policymaking
The Washington State Legislature concluded its work over the weekend, wrapping up the 2023 session Sunday. There were the usual complement
April 24, 2023
Managed Forests and Wood Products: A climate solution
A recently released fact sheet created by the American Forest Resource Council succinctly summarizes how and why working forests and
April 20, 2023
AFRC responds to Biden Administration report on mature and old-growth forests
American Forest Resource Council president Travis Joseph responded to the Biden Administration’s announcement on policies relating to mature and old-growth
April 20, 2023
Defining Mature and Old Growth
The Society of American Foresters released an informative fact sheet defining mature and old-growth forests and the importance of applying science-based
April 20, 2023
Working forests critical to addressing climate change
The Whatcom County Forestry Advisory Committee invited researcher Dr. Edie Sonne Hall of Three Trees Consulting to speak at their
April 7, 2023
Honoring Billy Frank Jr.
On March 9th of every year, Northwest Treaty Tribes, schools and numerous agencies and organizations (including the Washington Forest Protection
March 9, 2023
2023 Washington Legislative session begins
After two years of remote lawmaking, Washington state legislators returned to Olympia for the first in-person session since 2020. A
January 11, 2023
2022 Year in Review
Washington’s private forest landowners continue to lead the way, and 2022 was no different. Whether it is applying the best
December 15, 2022
114th WFPA Annual Meeting recognizes, celebrates working forests
Collaboration and building strong partnerships were the overarching themes at the 114th Washington Forest Protection Association (WFPA) Annual Meeting in
November 23, 2022
Late wildfire season underscores importance of forest management
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources reported the 2022 wildfire season to be the least destructive in a decade
November 7, 2022