In the News
News articles and events on WLFW and Target Species sites.
Conservation Corridor December 2024 Newsletter
Connecting science to conservation.
New Mexico Highlands Contributed to Development of National Database of Forest Fuel Treatments
In 2021, the three SWERI universities — Northern Arizona University, Colorado State University and New Mexico Highlands University — were conscripted as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to create a national database of hazardous fuel treatments, which include forest thinning and prescribed burns.
New Songbird Habitat Study Unlocks Benefits for the Monarch Butterfly
A new study reveals that managing habitat for songbirds like the golden-winged warbler also benefits insect pollinators like the at-risk monarch butterfly.
NOAAFireBird Sept 2023 – Feb 2024 Newsletter
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SE FireMap at The Longleaf Alliance Conference
Come say hello to the SE FireMap team at the Biennial Longleaf Conference October 8th-11th, 2024!
Working Lands for Wildlife Welcomes Newest Private Lands Biologist
Ben Wilson has joined the WLFW Eastern Hellbender team to help serve farmers in Northern Alabama.
Science Seminar Sept 17: New Project Lightning Talks
Researcher + partner pairs talk about their newly funded projects for FY24.
Conservation Corridor Newsletter September 2024
Connecting science to conservation.
News from SECAS August 2024 Newsletter
SECAS August newsletter: Updated map features SECAS success stories, register for a Blueprint workshop, Amanda says farewell, and more
Southeast Climate Adaptation Science Center Event - Partnering with Fire: Learning from Tribal Nations and Indigenous Practices
Join the South Central Climate Adaptation Science Center, the Southeast Climate Adaptation Science Center, and the U.S. Forest Service for our upcoming virtual workshop “Partnering with Fire: Learning from Tribal Nations and Indigenous Practices.”
WLFW West Newsletter August 2024
Publication Alert: Grazing and Grazers Support Pollinators’ Critical Role in Ecology
WLFW West Newsletter July 2024
Invasive Annual Grasses Resources | NRCS Helps Ranchers
News from SECAS July 2024 Newsletter
Save the date for Oct-Nov Blueprint workshops, SECAS helps with Wildlife Action Plans, the value of Sentinel Landscapes.
Myth Busters: Learn the Facts about the Emergency Forest Restoration Program
The Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP) provides technical and financial assistance to owners of nonindustrial private forestland whose forestland was damaged by a qualifying natural disaster event.
New Songbird Habitat Study Unlocks Benefits for the Monarch Butterfly
A new study reveals that managing habitat for songbirds like the golden-winged warbler also benefits insect pollinators like the at-risk monarch butterfly.
National Association of State Foresters Weekly Newsletter June 21, 2024
NASF Weekly Newsletter
WLFW East Region Conservation Series May 9, 2024
Tune in Thursday, May 9th, at 11:30 am CST (12:30 PM EST) for our first webinar in the new mini-series, “Programs and Partnerships”! This week's topic will cover "What is Working Lands for Wildlife?" with speakers Bridgett Costanzo with USDA and Dr. Jess McGuire with Quail Forever.
WLFW West Newsletter April 2024
A Wyoming Cheatgrass Success Story | New Sagebrush Songbird and Pronghorn Science
Prescribed Fire for Forest Management Webinar Series
Foresters and land managers have many management tools at their disposal. A tool that’s often overlooked is prescribed fire. Prescribed fire for forest management is important for ecosystem health, forest regeneration, wildlife habitat, forest health, and disease control. Join us for insightful discussions with national experts as we discuss forest management using prescribed fire. Learn some of the practical knowledge of where, when, why, and how to apply fire in forest ecosystems.