Honor the Fallen
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
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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Honor Guard
For many members, their participation in the Honor Guard is the most important part of their job with the agency because it’s a way to honor fallen Forest Service employees and represent the agency at its highest standard. They can give back to the agency, fellow employees and families of employees. Members mentioned a loss of a friend in the line of duty as one reason for their involvement and…
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LEOs rescue 100 tubers from Salt River
ARIZONA—On June 14, USDA Forest Service Law Enforcement officers, special agents and a patrol captain rescued over 100 stranded tubers at Pirates Island along the Lower Salt River in Mesa Ranger District on the Tonto National Forest. They had fallen off their tubes and were caught in debris and overgrowth from large tree branches that jutted 10-15 feet over and into the water, obstructing the…
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Strengthening capacity of Zambia Illegal Logging Law Enforcement Network
Participants were presented with a simulated illegal logging crime scene to practice evidence collection skills. (Photo courtesy Christopher Chisanga, Zambia Forestry Department)
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The International Programs Office delivered two countering illegal logging skills-building…
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Interagency approach proves successful for Kentucky wildfire prevention
Daniel Boone National Forest law enforcement officers John Woychowski, Kyle McCammon and Greg Terry on break during qualifications at the firing range. (USDA Forest Service photo by Robin Acciardo)
KENTUCKY—After decades of challenging fire seasons, the Daniel Boone National Forest in eastern…