For a look at what's happening in western forestry, check out the links / news below from our member state agencies.

Alaska Department of Natural Resources

• News Release: Governor Dunleavy urges Alaskans to prepare for, prevent wildfires
• News Release: Spruce beetles begin to take flight in Southcentral Alaska

Colorado State Forest Service

• News Release: Colorado Forest Atlas Offers One-Stop Shop for Forestry Data

Idaho Department of Lands

• News Release: May is Wildfire Awareness Month
• News Release: Lobbies reopen across the state; support of natural resource-based businesses successfully maintained

Kansas Forest Service

• News Release: Scout now to control bagworms this spring
• Podcast: WUI goes rural

North Dakota Forest Service

• News Release: Fuels Technician and Fire Accounting Manager Named
• News Release: Late Spring Frost Tree Damage

New Mexico Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department

• News Release: Forestry Division Continues to Support Wood Mill Jobs During Mexican Spotted Owl Injunction

Washington Department of Natural Resources

• News Release: Outdoor Groups Release 6 'Recreate Responsibly' Tips for Enjoying the Outdoors Safely
• News Release: Stuck at Home? WSU Extension, DNR Offer Free Online Classes to Enhance Your Forested Property
• News Release: Land Exchange Will Enhance Habitat for Endangered Plant

If you have news from a state forestry agency and would like it to be included on this site, please send it to Kelsey Cruickshank.