Center for Private Forests
The Center for Private Forests focuses on applied research, education and outreach to students, forest landowners, the forest-products industry, loggers, conservation districts, agencies, land trusts, nongovernmental organizations and the public.
Vision
Ensuring the health and vitality of forested landscapes.
Mission
Continuously improve the health and vitality of private forests.
Engage the public, landowners, and natural resources professionals, as a community, to apply sound stewardship practices to care for forest ecosystems.
Cultivate a model for applied excellence in sustaining our forests, drawing upon leading research and the direct experience of forest landowners.
Center for Private Forests News
Looking at Forests: Is Forest Green Always a Sign of Health?
August 29, 2019
As fall approaches and you enjoy the change from green to bright yellows, reds, oranges, and all the shades in between, look carefully for woody plants that remain green.
University of Maryland Extension's Online Woods in Your Backyard Course
August 19, 2019
Registration is now open for the Fall session of "The Woods in Your Backyard" online course.
Out of Place: This Summer’s Pine Decline and Mortality
July 31, 2019
In recent years, eastern white pine has been experiencing dramatic health decline, with increasing cases of twig and canopy dieback, premature browning and shedding of needles, and even death.
Spotlight
Upcoming Events
Spotted Lanternfly
September 19, 2019
Chainsaw Safety Training
September 21, 2019
Walk in Penn's Woods
October 6, 2019