Earlier this month, firefighters from Dickinson and Marion Counties, and Fort Riley, gathered for an S-130 field day to train and learn to better serve their communities. Thanks to Chief Avantagiato and Herington Fire Department for hosting! #trainingtuesday

Today we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We hope everyone will take a moment to remember and appreciate their dedication and service. Our State Office is closed today in observance of Memorial Day.

Controlling grasses around newly planted trees is essential for growth and establishment. According to research from K-State’s John C. Pair Horticultural Center, controlling grasses has measurable effects on newly planted trees: bit.ly/3KJ05pZ
#foresthealthfriday

Our four Tech Team members, Colton, Kody, Ashleigh, and Matt spoke to 7 classes of 5th graders earlier this month at the Leavenworth County Conservation District Agriculture Day about careers in forestry and wildland fire! #forestry #wildlandfire #youtheducation

📣Upcoming Training Opportunity! 📣
🗓️Pack Test / Shelter Deployment in Olathe at 6 pm May 30th.
Register today: kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8B…
#trainingtuesday #wildlandfiretraining

The June edition of the Kansas Canopy Newsletter is just around the corner, are you signed up? This monthly newsletter is a great way to stay up to date on events, agency updates, and forestry and wildland fire resources. Sign up today: bit.ly/3tWCGen

📣Upcoming Training Opportunity! 📣
🗓️Pack Test / Shelter Deployment at Peabody High School at 6 pm May 20th.
E-mail Dennis Carlson ([email protected] ) with questions and to register!
#trainingtuesday #wildlandfiretraining

On this month's Kansas Canopy Podcast, K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond discusses weather resources for Kansans and how our weather patterns can impact wildfire risk. Listen to the full episode: kansasforests.org/events/kansasc…

Kansas Forest Service celebrated KS Arbor Day, on April 26th, at the Governor's Residence. KS Arbor Day Poster Contest winner, Angel Salter, a 5th grade student from Osage City, celebrated with our staff!

Rural District Forester Thad Rhodes recently conducted field training for our local NRCS partners. Thad is pictured here in front of an impressive bur oak! #trainingtuesday #ruralforestry

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2024 Callery Pear Buyback! Removing invasive Callery pear trees is essential to protecting urban green spaces, rural properties, & our prairie ecosystems. Learn more: kansasforests.org/forest_health/…
#foresthealthfriday

In April, K-State Campus Facilities celebrated a 'Day of Service.' NE Community Forester Blaine Stroble helped K-State President Linton plant a black pearl redbud in the McCain quad and shared information on tree care and maintenance with the volunteers and staff.

For this week's Fire Prevention Minute, State Fire Management Officer Bill Waln reminds us of the importance of staying with a burn until it is completely out. To learn more about fire prevention visit our website: kansasforests.org #firepreventionminute

Rural Forestry Coordinator Ryan Armbrust recently attended a K-State Research and Extension Farm and Ranch Transition Conference in Manhattan, KS with more than 150 landowners to discuss the landowner resources and forest legacy programs we offer.
#trainingtuesday