US Forest Service
 

Pacific Northwest Research Station

 
 

Pacific Northwest Research Station
333 SW First Avenue
Portland, OR 97204

(503) 808-2592

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Just for Kids

[Image]: Smokey Bear.

It only takes one match...
Smokey Bear has been a member of our families since 1944. The purpose of the Smokey Program is to create and maintain public awareness, through the image of Smokey Bear, about the need to prevent unplanned, human-caused wildland fires. more

 

[Image]: Woodsy Owl.

Forests are our friends!
Woodsy has been America's environmental champion since 1970 and is most recognized for his wise request, "Give a hoot. Don't pollute." Caring, friendly, and wise, Woodsy Owl is a whimsical fellow and he's got his heart set on motivating kids to form healthy, lasting relationships with nature. more

 

 

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

[Image]: Drawing of an apple.Fun Facts:

- How Many Recycled Newspapers Does It Take to Save a Tree?

 

 

 
CONSERVATION EDUCATION

Many scientists chose their work for a reason as simple as a childhood love for salmon, mushrooms, or volcanoes. If they can share their work with children, scientists get a chance to remember why they went into the field and to help children discover how exciting science can be. more

Links for kids.

- USDA FS Region 9 Nature Watch

- USDA Conservation Education

- USDA for Kids

- National Geographic for Kids

- Natural Inquirer Journals

- Environmental Protect Agency for Kids

- Environmental Protect Agency for Students

- Junior Snow Ranger Program

- Junior Forest Ranger Program

- The Terrific Trees

 

LINKS FOR TEACHERS/PARENTS

- USDA Conservation Education

- Environmental for Teachers

- Classroom Earth

- Earth & Sky

- Hands on the Land

- Mount St. Helens Teacher's Corner

- F.R.E.E. Network

- NRCS - Backyard Conservation

- Wildlife Habitat Council - Backyard Conservation

- Washington Forest Protection Association

- Forest Service Research Publications

- Environmental Education & Training Partner

 

US Forest Service - Pacific Northwest Research Station
Last Modified:  Tuesday, 05 August 2008 at 16:39:44 EDT


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