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ArticlesVoter Behavior Towards Natural Areas Protection
Nationwide and local trends in voter support for the protection of natural areas. -
ArticlesHow Forests Store Carbon
This article introduces readers to the extension resources provided by Penn State's Forest Owner Carbon and Climate Education program, including carbon management and carbon markets. -
ArticlesTips for Measuring Impact in Environmental Education and Outreach
This article offers 10 tips for improving and measuring the short-term impact of an environmental education program on adult audiences. -
ArticlesPrescribed Fire: Does It Have a Place on My Land?
This article introduces private landowners in Pennsylvania to the benefits of prescribed fire, state laws about prescribed fire, the cost of burning, and some of the risks associated with prescribed fire. -
ArticlesWhy Do Unplanned or Poorly Planned Timber Harvests Occur?
A discussion of the economic and social factors that promote unplanned harvests on private lands. -
ArticlesWhat Should You Do With Spotted Lanternfly Egg Masses?
Information about locating, identifying, and treating egg masses. -
VideosWhat is a Hack-and-Squirt Treatment?
Length 3:54This video is designed to give the basics of applying a hack-and-squirt herbicide treatment to an invasive or competing tree. -
ArticlesForestry Booth Questions
Working a booth at a public event can elicit some interesting questions. It can turn us into tour guides, biologists, and sometimes even history teachers. -
NewsForest Snapshot May 2026
Date Posted 5/20/2026This bi-monthly article is a collection of forest health observations, plant and animal phenology, important upcoming dates, and hunting season changes. -
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Forest Landowners Conference: Sponsor and Exhibitor Registration
When 03/04/2027Event Format In-PersonShowcase your commitment to sustainable forests as a sponsor or exhibitor, sharing your expertise and services with over 600 forest landowners and professionals at our 2027 conference. -
ArticlesFall Cankerworm
The fall cankerworm is a native pest of hardwood trees in North America. It causes some defoliation in the forest every year, with larger outbreaks occasionally. -
ArticlesTuliptree Scale
The tuliptree scale is a pest of yellow poplar, or tuliptree, magnolia, and linden. This soft scale insect is so prolific that it can cover twigs and branches. -
VideosTree of Heaven: Control Strategies
Length 6:37Tree-of-heaven is especially difficult to eliminate. Learn when and how to apply control measures, including herbicides, to eradicate this prolific tree. -
VideosTree of Heaven: Native Look-alikes
Length 5:06Learn the identification characteristics of the invasive tree-of-heaven and be able to distinguish it from the native look-alikes, black walnut and staghorn sumac. -
VideosOriental Bittersweet
Length 6:34Oriental bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus) is especially difficult to eradicate. Learn when and how to apply control measures, including herbicides, to control this undesirable invasive plant. -
ArticlesLesser Celandine
Lesser celandine may be an attractive plant, but its invasive nature negates any physical beauty. Learn how to identify and control this exotic spring ephemeral. -
ArticlesForest Biodiversity: Understanding Biological Health in Our Forests
This article provides strategies for conserving forest biodiversity, provides a brief overview of species of concern in Pennsylvania, and suggests ways you can conserve biodiversity in your forest. -
NewsForest Snapshot March 2026
Date Posted 3/19/2026This bi-monthly article is a collection of forest health observations, plant and animal phenology, important upcoming dates, and hunting season changes. -
NewsSpring Wildfire Season is Here
Date Posted 3/17/2026As winter turns into spring, the potential for wildfires increases dramatically. Learn how weather plays a role in making springtime the most flammable season in Pennsylvania. -
ArticlesCan I Hunt on My Land with a Carbon Contract?
This article discusses the compatibility of hunting leases and carbon contracts. Highlighting potential opportunities to stack income streams for landowners. -
NewsTrees Aglow in Weather and Lightning Research
Date Posted 3/12/2026New research suggests a hidden glow in tree tops from electrical activity may be a common occurrence during thunderstorms. -
ArticlesCallery Pear
Callery pear (Pyrus calleryana) is an invasive landscape tree. This article displays images to assist with identification and provides recommendations for control, including a management calendar and treatment and timing table. -
VideosEastern Hemlock Health Update
Length 4:09The Eastern Hemlock has suffered a long onslaught from a "little-bugger" named Hemlock Wooly Adelgid, or "HWA" for short. This video provides an update on this formidable forest pest. -
ArticlesUso de drones en agricultura y gestión de recursos naturales
Este artÃculo discutirá algunas de las aplicaciones de los sistemas de aeronaves no tripuladas o vehÃculos aéreos no tripulados, a menudo denominados "drones" para la agricultura y la gestión de recursos naturales. -
ArticlesUsing Drones in Agriculture and Natural Resource Management
This article will discuss some of the applications of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), often referred to as "drones," for agriculture and natural resource management.


