Forestry

The Burke Herbarium Image Collection provides an extensive online database of plant, fungi, and lichen specimens, including high-resolution images and detailed records. It supports botanical research, identification, and education, particularly for species in the Pacific Northwest.

It’s easy to think emergencies only happen to other people, but this can lead to tragic consequences. These resources from Horses for Clean Water are designed to help you make an emergency action plan to keep you, your horses, and your property as safe as possible during an emergency.

The Firewise USA® website provides practical resources and guidance to help landowners reduce wildfire risks around their properties and adapt to living safely with wildfire. It offers step-by-step instructions for creating defensible space, managing vegetation, and working with neighbors to enhance wildfire resilience across the community.

WSU’s Hedgerows and Farmscaping program provides guidance on designing and implementing hedgerows to enhance biodiversity, improve soil health, and support pollinators. It offers resources for farmers and land managers to integrate these features into agricultural landscapes for ecological and economic benefits.

The USDA PLANTS Database (Plant List of Accepted Nomenclature, Taxonomy, and Symbols) is a resource offering detailed information on plant species across the United States, including their taxonomy, distribution, and conservation status. It supports research, education, and land management with tools like plant guides and an extensive image library.

This organization collaborates with educators to integrate field-based science and real-world projects into curricula, promoting environmental and sustainability education.

PLT offers a suite of award-winning environmental education materials that use trees and forests as windows to the world, engaging students in learning about the environment and their place within it.

The Pacific Northwest Herbaria Consortium provides an online database for exploring plant specimen data from herbaria across the region, supporting botanical research and conservation. It offers tools for mapping, identifying, and studying native plants and their distributions.

This guide explains Washington's Designated Forest Land program, detailing eligibility criteria and the application process for landowners seeking property tax reductions through sustainable forest management.

The Washington Native Plant Society (WNPS) is dedicated to the appreciation, conservation, and restoration of Washington's native plants and their habitats. Through education, advocacy, and on-the-ground projects, WNPS connects people to native plant resources, events, and conservation efforts.

The Washington State Fire Adapted Communities Learning Network (WAFAC) website supports communities in building resilience to wildfires through collaboration, education, and local solutions. It connects individuals and organizations to share strategies, tools, and resources for adapting to the challenges of living with wildfire in Washington.

The WSU Extension Forestry program offers research-based education and resources for forested property owners and the general public. They provide classes, workshops, field days, publications, videos, and online resources to assist in achieving forest management goals.