Spotlights
Spotlights are short articles designed to enhance readers’ understanding of topics related to our publications. Learn more about native pollinators and how to build your own pollinator garden, find out about historic research and how it’s connected to today, discover interesting citizen science projects, visit a seed extractory, and more.
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In 1908, the Forest Service established a system of experimental forests and ranges (EFRs) to be set aside for environmental…In 1908, the Forest Service established a system of experimental forests and ranges (EFRs) to be set aside for environmental research. Only one EFR is located in Wyoming. The Glacier... -
Browse a short list of tips for supporting your native pollinators.Browse a short list of tips for supporting your native pollinators. -
This fact sheet explains the fire triangle and three types of fire found in the forest: ground fire, surface fire,…This fact sheet explains the fire triangle and three types of fire found in the forest: ground fire, surface fire, and crown fire. -
When you think of bees, you may first picture the European honey bee. However, at least 4,000 other bee species…When you think of bees, you may first picture the European honey bee. However, at least 4,000 other bee species live in the United States. Unlike social honey bees, many... -
The first and second generation of Moon Trees sprouted out of a partnership between the USDA Forest Service and NASA.…The first and second generation of Moon Trees sprouted out of a partnership between the USDA Forest Service and NASA. Learn more about the history of the Moon Tree projects,... -
One of the important jobs of the Forest Service is to oversee restoration projects for forests, grasslands, and watersheds that…One of the important jobs of the Forest Service is to oversee restoration projects for forests, grasslands, and watersheds that have been harvested, damaged by wildfire, or otherwise disturbed. An... -
In recent years, Woodsy Owl has begun encouraging everyone to “Open Your Eyes, Be Climate Wise.” This statement means being…In recent years, Woodsy Owl has begun encouraging everyone to “Open Your Eyes, Be Climate Wise.” This statement means being aware of the impacts of a changing climate on forests... -
Use this sign to let your neighbors know – “We’re mowing less to improve pollinator habitat!” The QR code directs…Use this sign to let your neighbors know – “We’re mowing less to improve pollinator habitat!” The QR code directs viewers to the Northern Research Station’s webpage where you can... -
Print this lawn sign to let your neighbors know that you’re mowing less and supporting pollinator habitat. The QR code…Print this lawn sign to let your neighbors know that you’re mowing less and supporting pollinator habitat. The QR code directs to the Northern Research Station’s website where you can... -
Learn more about the different types of pollinators and how they are able to pollinate plants.Learn more about the different types of pollinators and how they are able to pollinate plants.
