Educational State Forests
Be an Animal Detective and Solve a Habitat Mystery!
Join us July 8 at Holmes Educational State Forest to learn about animal habitats! Families are encouraged to attend.
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NCFS Aviation
Learn about NCFS Aviation Resources
Aircraft is essential to the mission of the North Carolina Forest Service.
NCFS Aviation
North Carolina State Forests
Timber and Pinestraw Sales at Bladen Lakes State Forest
View a short video about timber and pine straw sales at Bladen Lakes State Forest.
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Forest Protection
Forest Protection
The North Carolina Forest Service educates residents on how to prevent wildfires.
More about Wildfire Prevention in NC
Forest Protection
Forest Protection
2017 Volunteer Fire Assistance Award Program
Region 1 Awards Posted
Forest Protection
Forest Education
Get the NCFS Tree ID App now on Android
Tree ID App on Google Play
What We Do
North Carolina's forest land is one of the greatest influences on the state, providing economic value and adding immeasurably to the quality of life for its residents. The forest products industry is the largest manufacturing business sector in the state, contributing approximately $31.4 billion annually to the state's economy and providing around 144,000 jobs for North Carolinians. The NC Forest Service's primary purpose is to ensure adequate and quality forest resources for the state to meet its present and future needs.