Shawnee National Forest


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Shawnee National Forest
50 Hwy. 145 South
Harrisburg, IL 62946
Phone: 618-253-7114 or 1-800-MY-WOODS (699-6637)
TTY: 618-253-1070 (TTY users may also use the toll-free number for the Illinois Relay Service: 1-800-526-0844)
FAX: (618) 253-1060

About Us

In contrast to the level, or gently rolling farm lands typical of most of Illinois, the Shawnee National Forest lies in the rough, unglaciated areas known as the Illinois Ozark and Shawnee Hills. The geology is spectacular and divergent, with numerous stone bluffs and overlooks transcending to lowland areas. Topography ranges from the flood plains of the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers, at about 325 feet above sea level to 1,064 feet at Williams Hill in Pope County. The geologic processes that formed the landscape are partially responsible for the presence of important mineral resources, including some of national significance.

OUR VISION
In 2005, the U.S. Forest Service celebrated the legacy of its first century of service. At that time, leaders in the Eastern Region asked "what will our legacy for the next century be?" This led to the development of a vision for the Region, which is "Courageous Conservation," a sustainable future, a legacy of restoration. Our vision has five audacious goals:

Protect ecosystems across boundaries
Connect citizens to the land
Walk the talk for sustainability
Revolutionize effectiveness and efficiency
Be an employer of choice

The vision is being incorporated into the Eastern Region's program of work and will shape our practices and the way we complete work on-the-ground now and into the future.

HISTORY
The idea of a national forest in Southern Illinois had no doubt been thought of and discussed haphazardly by state, county and municipal officials and public-spirited citizens of the region for many years before a movement to establish such an area actually came from ....

NICHE STATEMENT
The State of Illinois claims the Shawnee National Forest as its number-one outdoor recreation tourist attraction. The Shawnee National Forest has the largest public forested area in the state, and is uniquely positioned to provide visitors with a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities....

POINTS OF PRIDE
The Shawnee National Forest associates are extremely proud of our dedication and commitment to . . .

FOREST FACTS
Statistical information about the forest ....

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
The Forest is made up of the following staff areas ...

CONTRACTING WITH REGION 9
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Last modified: Friday, 26 January 2007