Due to a plumbing issue, the Forest Headquarters (Supervisor's Office) will be closed on Friday, May 31, 2024. Our staff will be available to assist you at the Marienville and Bradford Ranger District Offices. We apologize for any inconvenience. fs.usda.gov/detail/alleghe…

The @ForestService encourages innovative development for use of low-market-value hardwood trees through grant programs that help to create and expand markets in the forest products economy. Read more: fs.usda.gov/detail/r9/home…

In observance of Memorial Day our offices will remained closed until Tuesday. Today we honor all the heroes who gave their lives in military service to this nation.

This Memorial Day, we salute and honor all our service members who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation. Thanks to you and your families.

We hope people have a safe Memorial Day weekend in Region 9. A reminder that our offices will be closed Monday, May 27.

There's still time to enjoy National Bike Month. Do you have a favorite spot in one of the National Forests in the Eastern Region? #NationalBikeMonth #BikeNationalForests #HeyWoodsyWearAHelmet

Well-designed and maintained #infrastructure across our sites restores the legacy and preserves the memories gained at these precious sites for future generations. We strive to make your visits to our sites safe, comfortable, enjoyable and memorable! #NationalInfrastructureWeek

Fire, climate change, & increased visitor use accelerate infrastructure degradation & increase maintenance needs in our forests – 264 deferred maintenance projects have been completed w/ hundreds more in progress thanks to #LegacyRestorationFund #GAOA #NationalInfrastructureWeek

We are accepting public comments on deferred maintenance actions for the Webbs Ferry and Elijah Run Fishing Piers. More at - fs.usda.gov/detail/alleghe…

It's National Police Week and the perfect time to get to know one of our agents who are out there every day, keeping people safe while you enjoy your National Forests! #NationalPoliceWeek #GetOutdoors

Hiring Summer PAOC Youth Crew Leader for Bradford, PA. Season (Age: 21+) Dates June 10 – Aug. 13, 2024
Hours M–F 7:30am–3:30 pm, Pays $750 week
Contact PAOC Summer Program Manager at [email protected] or visit forms.office.com/pages/response…... to apply!
More at thesca.org/.../corps/penn…

We're feeling a bit froggy this week. Why? It's #amphibianweek !

If you're 'newt' to #amphibianweek , it's a week where we celebrate the important role that amphibians such as frogs, toads, newts and salamanders play in our ecosystem and food chain.

Ignitions were completed on 5/3/24 for the prescribed fire in the Southwest Reservoir A and B Units. Members of our wildland fire crew patrolled and monitored the burn site through 5/4/24. No activity to report. Maps on Inciweb at inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-infor…

Forest Service Announces Scoping Comment Period Open for Upper Mill Project on the Marienville Ranger District of Allegheny National Forest.
More information at -
fs.usda.gov/detail/alleghe…

Test fire successful and ignitions have begun on the prescribed fire at the Southwest Reservoir Burn Units A and B. A column of smoke will be visible. Please use caution on area roadways as emergency vehicles and smoke may be present. Maps on Inciweb at -inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-infor…

This morning, we plan to ignite a prescribed fire at the Southwest Reservoir Burn Units A and B. A column of smoke will be visible. Please use caution on area roadways as emergency vehicles and smoke may be present. Maps on Inciweb at -inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-infor…

Ignitions are complete on the prescribed fire at Meads Mill near Pleasant Township, PA. Residual smoke may be visible. Please use caution on area roadways as emergency vehicles and smoke may still be present. Maps on Inciweb at inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-infor…

Ignitions have begun on the prescribed fire at Meads Mill near Pleasant Township, PA. A column of smoke will be visible. Please use caution on area roadways as emergency vehicles and smoke may be present. Maps on Inciweb at inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-infor…

This afternoon we plan to ignite a prescribed fire at Meads Mill near Pleasant Township, PA. A column of smoke will be visible. Please use caution on area roadways as emergency vehicles and smoke may be present. Maps on Inciweb at inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-infor…

Join us for a free, virtual Learn at Lunchtime program on Friday, May 3 at 12:15 PM with Joe Franckiewicz, environmental educator with PA Department of Conservation & Natural Resources to learn about the history and ecology of the American chestnut tree. Register➡️statemuseumpa.org/event/virtual-…
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