How to Celebrate National Forests Week
July 10th – 16th is National Forests Week. This is a great time to acknowledge, appreciate, and engage with the vital role our national forests play in maintaining ecological balance, offering recreational opportunities, and enriching our lives.
Some facts about the US National Forest System lands
- Hikers will be happy to hear that there are 150,000 miles of hiking trails that run through the National Forest system
- 70% of Americans live within 100 miles of a National Forest.
- There are 40,000 miles of rivers and streams running through National Forests
- There are 193 million acres of National ...