Shaping the Future of Forests: Spotlight  At #forestproud, we are spotlighting the people who shape the future of forests, and an organization that embodies that commitment fully is the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) As SFI is celebrating their 30 year anniversary, we’re proud to celebrate their work as a driving force behind sustainable forestry across […]

  Wood Innovation: Building a Sustainable Future from the Forest    At #forestproud, we see wood innovation as more than just progress. It is a pathway to stronger communities, resilient economies, and a healthier planet. Through the U.S. Forest Service’s Wood Innovation Program, forward-thinking projects that open new markets, spark job growth, foster education, and advance […]

The Wood Behind the Music                How Musical Instruments Are Forest Products  Many of us grew up playing an instrument in school, or we enjoy listening to our favorite songs, but have you ever stopped to think about the wood that makes those instruments sing? Every note, every beat, […]

Show us your/you’re #forestproud Being #forestproud is no walk in the park, pun intended. It extends much further than just showing awareness for trees and forests. It is showing awareness for the people, products, planet, and all the commodities that you use in your everyday life that are a result of forests! This can be […]

March 28th, 2025 Wood Innovation: Empowering Communities, Strengthening Economies, and Protecting Our Planet  At #forestproud, we believe that innovation in wood products has the power to shape a brighter, more sustainable future for our communities, economy, and planet. The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) Wood Innovation Program plays a pivotal role in aiding these projects that […]