Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests

Special Programs

Conservation Education Programs & Resources

The Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests employees work closely with other federal and state agencies to offer programs and resource materials for visitors, teachers, youth groups, and students.

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

The Freedom of Information Act, also known as "FOIA," was passed in 1966 to make it easier to obtain information from Federal agencies.

Geographic Information System (GIS) Data

GIS data layers are available to download.  To use these data layers you will need Arc Info, Arc View or any other software that will accept this type of format. 

Payments to States

The Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-determination Act of 2000 (PL 106-393) provided counties with the option of continuing to receive payments under the 25 percent fund or electing to receive their share of the average of the three highest 25 percent payments during the period of 1986 through 1999, called the full payment option. Twenty-five percent payments were based on timber receipts.

Plant-A-Tree Program

The Plant-A-Tree program is a way individuals, groups and businesses can have trees planted on the national forests to memorialize loved ones, commemorate births, weddings, anniversaries, or other special events while helping to improve the environment.

Rural Community Assistance

Economic Recovery and Rural Development grants are available for eligible state, county, or local governments; non-profit organizations, tribal governments, and colleges, and universities.