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Due to many N.C. Forest Service personnel currently deployed to support the Western Branch of N.C. Emergency Management with ongoing Hurricane Helene response and recovery operations in the mountain region, the N.C. Forest Service will be unable to staff an exhibit during the 2024 Carolina Classic Fair held annually in Winston-Salem, NC. More info.
N.C. Forest Service Complex Incident Management Team (CIMT) deployed to support the Western Branch of NC Emergency Management with ongoing Hurricane Helene response and recovery operations in the mountain region. More info.
DuPont State Recreational Forest, Holmes Educational State Forest and Tuttle Educational State Forest, all in Western North Carolina, remain closed as of Monday, Sept. 30. These are full closures that will remain in effect for an extended period while public safety and emergency response are prioritized. More info.
Due to flooding and high water, N.C. Forest Service officials have implemented a trail detour and closures at Turnbull Creek Educational State Forest (Elizabethtown). More info.

What We Do

North Carolina's forestland is one of the greatest influences in 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 $42.5 billion annually to the state's economy and providing around 151,700 jobs for North Carolinians. The N.C. Forest Service's primary purpose is to ensure adequate and quality forest resources for the state to meet its present and future needs.

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Educational State Forests

Turnbull Creek Educational State Forest Summer 2024 Newsletter

Check out the latest edition of News from the Forest. Learn more about recent programs and events, forest updates and improvements and some upcoming events to add to your calendar.

Water Quality

Water Resources Branch BMP Newsletter, Quarter 3, 2024

In the July 2024 edition of the BMP newsletter from our Water Resources Branch, learn more about preparing and recovering forest lands from hurricane impact, hot weather and dry soil, the Temporary Bridges for Forestry Crossings Program, and more.


Educational State Forests

Turnbull Creek Educational State Forest Spring 2024 Newsletter

Check out the latest edition of News from the Forest. Learn more about the recent Wildland Urban Interface Workday, forest updates and improvements, and some upcoming events to add to your calendar.

About NC Forest Products

#1 Manufacturing Sector in the state for employment in combined sectors of furniture, wood products and paper.
Every dollar created in the forest sector contributed an additional $0.65 to the North Carolina economy.
$42.5 Billion Annual Economic Contribution to the state's economy and supports more than 151,700 jobs.
Forest Products Resources