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Western Forest Legacy Program partners gathered September 16-18, 2025, in Fort Collins, CO, for the 2025 Western Forest Legacy Training Summit.
Read the latest policy update from Neil Simpson, CWSF/WFLC Director of Policy.
Read the latest policy update from Neil Simpson, CWSF/WFLC Director of Policy.
During the month of July, several Western states collaborated with their Governors to develop and sign proclamations to recognize National Wildland Firefighter Day.
The CWSF Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) Committee convened June 10–12 in Salem, Oregon. The meeting brought together state forestry agency GNA leaders and partners from across the West to share insights, strengthen collaboration, and advance the work of the GNA Committee.
Read the latest policy update from Neil Simpson, CWSF/WFLC Director of Policy.
Read the latest policy update from Neil Simpson, CWSF/WFLC Director of Policy.
Over 60 forestry leaders and partners gathered in Salt Lake City from May 13–15 for the 2025 CWSF and WFLC Spring Meeting. The meeting featured keynote remarks from USDA leadership, a field tour hosted by Utah’s Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands, and discussions focused on policy, partnerships, and shared priorities across the region.
Read the latest policy update from Neil Simpson, CWSF/WFLC Director of Policy.