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Honor the Fallen

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Photo from a flag folding ceremony. (USDA Forest Service Photo) We honor those who died in the line of duty.USDA Forest Service Employees2021 - Present2024Austin Davidson - Shawnee National ForestDaniel Foley - Fremont-Winema National ForestCasey Budlong - La Grande Hotshots2023Benjamin…
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Honor Guard - History

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The Concept of the US Forest Service "Honor Guard" first surfaced in 1998, and launched in 1999.  Several employees in Southern California joined together and designed the program and uniform which honored the history of the Forest Service. The Stetson hat along with the dark green uniform represents early Agency attire. The "Ike" jacket from the 50’s also honors the old traditional uniform…
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Meet Smokey Bear in Washington, DC!

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Smokey Bear stands outside the USDA Forest Service entrance. Come in to visit our Information Center and meet Smokey! (USDA Forest Service photo by Alex Demas) Imagine you’re a tourist visiting Washington, DC. As you walk along the south side of the Mall towards the Washington Monument, out…
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Forest Service Information Center

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An animatronic Smokey Bear greets visitors in the information center. (USDA Forest Service photo) WelcomeThe Forest Service Information Center is now open to the public Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., excluding federal holidays. Stop by to learn more about the Forest Service!LocationThe Forest…
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Living history: Touring the Yates Building

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The Sidney R. Yates Building sits just off the National Mall in Washington, D.C. This historic building, first used as the site of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, opened its doors in 1880. The USDA Forest Service moved its headquarters there in 1990, and they remain there today. Join one of our employees for a tour of this stunning space.TRANSCRIPTWelcome to the Yates Building. Come on in.…
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120 years of the Forest Service

Image is a collage of four images. Top left is a black and white image showing a man speaking to a group of boy scouts. Top right is a Forest ranger speaking to a father and son. Bottom left shows a forest ranger addressing the camera. Bottom right shows a forest ranger speaking to a man in a car.
Did you know that Smokey Bear has his own zip code? Or that a quarter of U.S. ski resorts are located on national forests? To celebrate 120 years of the USDA Forest Service, we bring you these and 10 more fascinating facts about the agency whose motto is “Caring for the Land and Serving People…
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