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
This page provides information and guidance to help assist the small business
to participate in the USDA Forest Service procurement activities.
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