American Forests

Since 1895, American Forests has been sharing insights through its magazine. With stunning images and engaging articles, it caters to everyone from nature lovers to those passionate about environmental issues. The magazine takes readers deep into America's forests, showcasing new trails and exciting adventures, as well as the latest developments in science and policy related to forestry. It also includes updates on forest policies from Washington, D.C.; expert Q&As on tree care for homeowners; brief news updates on ongoing projects and events; discussions on both sides of significant forestry debates; and profiles of individuals or groups making a positive impact on forests and trees in their local communities.

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A life-saving infrastructure: Why trees are critical to our health - American Forests

4 weeks ago | americanforests.org | Nicole Greenfield

A life-saving infrastructure: Why trees are critical to our health By Nicole Greenfield What do you see? Maybe you see the season’s last snowflakes softly glistening on tree branches. Or perhaps you see trees reawakening after a long winter, flowers blossoming and leaf buds unfurling. Or, maybe you see buildings, houses or sidewalks reflecting a sun glare characteristic of concrete jungles.
The lungs of the Earth: Why we need trees to breathe

1 month ago | americanforests.org | Ashlan Bonnell

Earth Month The lungs of the Earth: Why we need trees to breathe By Ashlan Bonnell Inhale…one…two…three. Exhale…one…two…three. Did you feel it? You just experienced the life-giving power of trees. You may or may not know this, but trees are the lungs of the Earth. They inhale what we exhale, transforming carbon dioxide into the very oxygen we need to survive.
Branching out: Growing careers and spreading equity through urban forestry

2 months ago | americanforests.org | Nicole Greenfield

In fall 2023, Kris Cameron joined the Green Reentry Job Training program through Garden Time, a local nonprofit dedicated to preparing incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals for green industry jobs. Through the program, his life and future have been transformed. Photo Credit: Hannah Gregory / American Forests TURNING DOWN A JOB was the best decision Kris Cameron ever made. He’d finally gotten an offer from a restaurant supply wholesaler in April 2023 after a long, frustrating search.
Seizing the seed supply moment

Jan 9, 2025 | americanforests.org | Nicole Greenfield

ASPEN BARTELS LIKES TO MOVE. The North Carolina-based arborist and competitive tree climber just finished his second year traversing California’s mountains, helping to gather cones from the state’s trees. Bartels drives his van up to four hours to reach each day’s designated collection site. The 2024 collection season particularly kept him on his toes. “This year’s cone collection has been fast paced,” he said last fall. “You’re just kind of taking it as it comes.
Winter/Spring 2025 Archives - American Forests

Jan 9, 2025 | americanforests.org | Nicole Greenfield |Cameron Walker

Get Involved There is a lot you can do to ensure that our forests in cities and large landscapes are healthy for generations to come. Be a voice for forests. Take Action Support Our Work Every gift helps American Forests restore forests in cities and large landscapes — for people, wildlife and the planet. Give today and help us protect forests for tomorrow. Donate Today
The need for Tree Equity is heating up

Oct 15, 2024 | americanforests.org | Nicole Greenfield

Feature · October 15, 2024 The need for Tree Equity is heating up How the life-saving power of trees can help combat extreme heat in our cities By Nicole Greenfield Photo: Rick D'Elia, D'Elia Photographic / American Forests The striking disparities in tree cover in cities across the United States affect how residents experience extreme heat, as seen in this two side-by-side comparison of two Phoenix neighborhoods.
Growing back together - American Forests

Oct 15, 2024 | americanforests.org | Cameron Walker

Feature Growing back together By Cameron Walker Photo: Nick Grier / American Forests Video Credit: Andrew Studer / American Forests BY SEPTEMBER 2021, the community of Lakeview, Ore., was ready for a break. That summer brought one wildfire after another, beginning with a lightning strike on the Fremont-Winema National Forest that sparked the Bootleg Fire, which ultimately consumed more than 413,000 acres.
Fall 2024 Archives - American Forests

Oct 15, 2024 | americanforests.org | Nicole Greenfield |Cameron Walker

The need for Tree Equity is heating upEquitable access to trees can help cities combat the increasing impacts of extreme heat.
Beating the heat with the right trees in the right places

Oct 14, 2024 | americanforests.org | Jad Daley

Offshoots · October 14, 2024 Beating the heat with the right trees in the right places By Jad Daley American Forests’ reforestation strategy in south central Oregon is a cross-boundary restoration plan that strengthens existing collaborations, brings new energy, science and support to restore the Fremont-Winema National Forest, and increases resilience in the face of climate change.
J.M. Kaplan Fund supports American Forests in advancing nature-based climate solutions

Oct 14, 2024 | americanforests.org | Katherine Gustafson

Donor Profile · October 14, 2024 J.M. Kaplan Fund supports American Forests in advancing nature-based climate solutions By Katherine Gustafson In November 2023, The J.M. Kaplan Fund began supporting American Forests’ ambitious Tree Equity work, including efforts to grow the National Tree Equity Alliance, a partnership to create a unified voice on the critical need for equitable tree canopy in communities and to pool the funding, community engagement, federal and local policy efforts, and...