For those prioritizing mental wellness this year, forest bathing is a simple lifestyle change that prioritize mindfulness, ...

If a tree falls in the forest, it can create an opening for more incoming light, and that makes a significant impact on the surrounding environment, according to new research. An international science ...

In 2019 and again in 2021, Penn State researchers in the Department of Geography walked a series of 1,000 square foot plots ...

During an early February morning, nearly two dozen people found their chairs in a conference room at the University of Oregon, settling to hash out the future of Northwest forests. The 21 members of ...

There are no luxuries and only the most essential comforts on offer at the remote Alpine refuge where “Forest High” is set: Hot water runs just a couple of hours a day, the soup served for dinner is ...

Temporary closure of Snake Road begins March 6 to ensure safe crossing for several species of snakes and amphibians during their bi-annual migration. The road will remain closed until May ...

Alpine Non-forest alpine plant communities exist on 11 of the Adirondack’s highest peaks, comprising a total of only 85 acres. Here, scattered amongst exposed rock surfaces encrusted with a wide ...

The head of the U.S. Forest Service said last week that as the clock on the fiscal year winds down, the agency is preparing for the potential of harsh budget realities in fiscal 2025. In an Aug. 29 ...