Forestry and Community Forestry
Arizona Forest Action Plan
Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management worked closely with partner organizations and stakeholder groups to develop the 2010 Arizona Forest Resource and Assessment. The Assessment and Strategy addresses national private forest conservation priorities; is a useful tool to a wide range of individuals, agencies and organizations; and provides the basis of future work in Arizona to address our forest resource issues.
Arizona Forest Resource Assessment - 2010
Arizona Forest Resource Strategy (Forest Action Plan) - 2010
A Status Report and Strategy Addendum was completed by Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management and partners in November 2015. Input was compiled from dozens of agencies and stakeholder organizations that are contributing to these collaborative statewide efforts.
Arizona Forest Action Plan - 2015 Report and Addendum (PDF- 364 pages. Full document with all appendices.)
Arizona Forest Action Plan - 2015 Brief Report (PDF- 32 pages. Does not include appendices.)
Assistance Programs
Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management provides assistance in Rural and Community-based forestry programs throughout Arizona. The programs are:
Urban and Community Forestry
Through partnerships, provides technical and financial assistance to communities to promote and build sustainable urban forests.
Stewardship
Helps forested land owners plan and prepare management plans for their property as well as other services.
Legacy
Helps landowners protect their land from development by purchase of Conservation Easements.
Forest Health
Provides stakeholders information, education, technical assistance, and integrated management strategies to prevent insect and disease outbreaks, and achieve healthy forest and woodland stand conditions.
Utilization and Marketing
Helps communities and businesses establish and enhance their forest-based industries to provide rural employment, build viable local industries, and create economic vitality.
