Reforestation of National Forests

Restoration work doesn't have an age limit. Getting a seedling into the ground takes the same care and attention whether it's your first planting or your fiftieth, and that's part of what makes it work at scale: no specialized skill required, just willing hands. Anyone who can kneel

A row of trees along a streambank does more than mark a boundary. Roots hold soil in place, reducing the erosion that would otherwise wash into the water, while the buffer filters out sediment and excess nutrients before they travel further downstream. Because water doesn't stop

Before water reaches you, it passes through a forest.
Trees hold soil in place, filter out chemicals, and regulate the flow of rivers and streams. Without them, watersheds degrade — and so does everything that depends on clean water.
Planting trees isn't just about what grows above

A new year sets new objectives for our National Forests: protect what’s intact, restore what’s degraded, and manage forests in ways that support long-term ecological health.

Forest protection works because it preserves entire ecosystems.
When forests stay standing, wildlife doesn’t need to adapt, relocate, or disappear — it can continue to live where it evolved to thrive.

Yes, we’re impressed too!
This is Redwood National Park, home to some of the tallest trees on Earth. We help care for this area by monitoring vulnerable spots and ensuring the forest remains undisturbed whenever possible.

Our field teams across the U.S. work year-round to conserve and restore forests.
From planting new trees to monitoring growth and preventing wildfires, their hands-on work keeps these ecosystems healthy and thriving for the future.

The black bear is one of the many species that call U.S. forests home.
Keeping these forests healthy means giving wildlife the space and balance they need to thrive. It’s a simple reminder of why conserving forest ecosystems matters.

We don’t know about you, but we absolutely love these forest landscapes.
Just look at this!

Riparian areas are the strips of land next to streams and lakes where water-loving trees and plants grow.

These areas aren’t just pretty—they’re super important for nature. They help keep the water clean, stop soil from washing away, and provide homes for animals.

Whether

Originally, the river valley had 25 million acres of hardwood forest, now reduced to 8 million acres, harming the ecosystem and migratory birds. To combat this, we are reforesting the region with local partners, using data to focus on high-impact areas, aiming to restore habitats

Forests give us great benefits! Not only they provide a healthy environment for more than 80% of terrestrial biodiversity, but also support balance in our climate.

Out in the field, our team is turning open land into future forests. It's a day of planting trees and laying the groundwork for a healthier ecosystem.

Trees offer a tangible and effective starting point in our journey towards a sustainable future. Their role in our ecosystem is paramount, and their benefits are manifold.