The Green Space: Mental Health Benefits from Forests
According to polls, Americans have never been as anxious as they feel now. Anxiety and increased levels of stress can be attributed to a number of environmental factors; however, evidence suggests that time spent in forests can be a natural solution.
How to Be a Friend of the Southern Forests
Keeping Forests boasts a diverse coalition of landowners, corporations, NGOs, and public institutions that convene to innovate and scale ideas to help us conserve Southern Forests – see how you can play a role.
What’s at Stake for Southern Forests?
The Southern Forest Outlook study was developed to examine observed trends, future projections, and critical issues affecting the Southern U.S. forest sector. The study aims to equip forest landowners, corporations, policymakers, and other stakeholders with the insights necessary to make informed decisions about sustainable forest management.
The Rich History of Forestry in the Southeastern United States
The history of forestry is one of adaptation and resilience, showcasing the intricate balance between human needs and the health of forest ecosystems over the past several hundred years.
A Collaborative Force for the Future of Southern Forests
We are a diverse coalition of business leaders, conservation experts, forest advocates, scientists and landowners committed to one clear goal: ensuring that Southern Forests thrive for generations to come.
Our Forest Values
Our Forest Values represent the broad and interwoven benefits created by working Southern Forests including carbon capture, fiber, water, biodiversity & habitat, recreation, forest economies, human health and heritage & culture.
2022 Annual Meeting
To everyone who attended Keeping Forests Annual Meeting in Mobile, thank you for making this event a success! Your collaboration, ideas, and resources have energized our efforts for 2023, and we are excited to see what we can accomplish together in the new year.
Thinking Boldly and Forging Ahead
Keeping Forests Executive Director Laura Calandrella reflects on where we have been and where we are headed.
