N.C. Forest Service
Hurricane Helene Recovery Resources Hub Now Available for Landowners
Get trusted guidance on fuel reduction, timber salvage, site preparation, invasive control and reforestation – plus access to financial assistance and cost-share opportunities from the N.C. Forest Service, your partner in forest management.
Hurricane Helene Recovery Resources Hub
N.C. Forest Service launches new Disaster Mitigation Program to support Helene recovery efforts
The new Disaster Mitigation Program (DMP) reduces heightened wildfire risk in communities impacted by Hurricane Helene. The DMP accomplishes this by providing wildfire risk reduction treatments at no cost to eligible private and public landowners in 39 federally declared disaster counties.
Learn More About How the Program Works
Investigating Your Environment Workshop for Educators
Each summer the N.C. Forest Service offers educators a chance to explore the environment with innovative learning activities suitable for integration into any school curriculum. Registration for this year's workshop is open through June 26.
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Prepare for Wildfire. Prevent Wildfire.
Do your part to prevent and prepare for wildfire. Follow recommended best practices for safe outdoor burning. Take the time to harden your home and create defensible space in the home ignition zone in as little time as a few days.
Take Action. Do Your Part.
Protecting North Carolina's Forestland
The N.C. Forest Service protects more than 18 million acres of forestland in North Carolina from the threat of wildfire, insects and diseases.
Managing North Carolina's Forestland
Unlike many forestry agencies, the same personnel who manage wildfires assist private landowners in sustainably managing their almost 14 million acres of forestland in the state, with the intent to keep working forests working.
Start Managing Your Forest
Promoting North Carolina's Forest Resources
The N.C. Forest Service promotes forest resources by focusing outreach efforts in several areas including public and landowner outreach as well as environmental education.
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Start Your Career with the N.C. Forest Service
The N.C. Forest Service isn't just protecting forests. We're protecting futures. Learn how you can start making a difference in a career with the N.C. Forest Service.
Explore Career Opportunities and Resources