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National Association of State Foresters Weekly Newsletter May 22, 2020

BeOutdoorSafe launches, agencies continue to grapple with COVID-19...

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As wildfire risk increases, new PSAs urge Americans to recreate safely outdoors [NASF Newsroom]

New PSAs from the crew behind Smokey Bear encourage families and individuals to keep safety in mind while enjoying public lands and their own backyards. With a visit to BeOutdoorSafe.org, folks can find resources for responsible recreation, like the following tips:

  • Before taking a trip outside: check for park and trail closures, pack soap or hand sanitizer, and confirm that the destination park or trail offers enough space for social distancing.
  • To help prevent wildfires while recreating: follow fire restrictions, properly extinguish campfires, and avoid parking on tall, dry grass – even if the parking lot is full.

Have questions about our newest campaign? Contact NASF Communications Director Whitney Forman-Cook.

NASF welcomes summer intern from Missouri [NASF Blog]

Tyler Hoguet is looking forward to diving into NASF work as the James Hubbard Intern for Policy and Communications.

Born and raised in the St. Louis area, Tyler developed a passion for the outdoors at a young age spending his weekends in the forests and streams of Illinois and Missouri. After graduation, Tyler hopes to turn his love for the outdoors into a lifelong career in natural resource and environmental policy.

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