May the Forest be with you. 🏕️#MayTheFourthBeWithYou Visit your favorite today! Allegheny National Forest Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Chippewa National Forest GMFL Nat'l Forests Hiawatha NF Hoosier National Forest HuronManisteeNFs MarkTwain NF Midewin NTP Ottawa National Forest Shawnee NF SuperiorNF Wayne National Forest WhiteMountainNF

It's #NationalWildflowerWeek! Wildflowers are flowers produced by native plants that are growing naturally in “wild” areas, like a forest or grassland. Wildflowers are more than just a beautiful part of nature—they’re also crucial to plant reproduction and the food web!

As Ohio’s black bear population increases over the coming years, and encounters become more common, it’s important that people know how to live and recreate alongside them. Learn tips on how to be bear aware: fs.usda.gov/visit/know-bef…

The national forest is home to around 8 species of turtles. But by and far the most beloved turtle that roams these Appalachian foothills is the Eastern box turtle! #WorldTurtleDay

Check out this southern adderstongue (Ophioglossum vulgatum)! While it may not look like it, this is actually a fern. Pretty strange, right? This unusual plant can be found throughout much of the national forest, and is locally abundant. #botanizing

Heads up: In celebration of #NationalGetOutdoorsDay, this Sat., June 10, is a FEE-FREE DAY! During a fee-free day, motorized riders won’t have to purchase a trail pass to ride, and camping fees are waived for all non-reservable campgrounds. So come visit your national forest!

The @ForestService is providing $500,000 to support wood innovation projects in Ohio - because healthy forests depend on a healthy forest products economy. To learn more: fs.usda.gov/science-techno…

Heads up: In celebration of Juneteenth, this upcoming Monday, June 19, is a FEE-FREE DAY! During a fee-free day, motorized riders won’t have to purchase a trail pass to ride, and camping fees are waived for all non-reservable campgrounds. So come visit your national forest!

Ohio’s free fishing days are THIS Saturday and Sunday, June 17th and 18th! During these days, any Ohio resident can experience Ohio’s public fishing opportunities without purchasing a license. All size and bag limits apply during these two days.

#ICYMI: Fee free day this Monday!

Forest scenes on the Wayne National Forest. 📷: USDA Forest Service

The Wayne NF is hiring seasonal wildland firefighters for its Athens, Ironton, & Marietta units! GS-3 Forestry Aid (FIRE) usajobs.gov/job/734268900 Marietta, Nelsonville, Pedro GS-4 Automotive Equipment Dispatcher (Fire Clerk/incident business) usajobs.gov/job/734249300 Nelsonville

The Wayne NF is hiring seasonal wildland firefighters for its Athens, Ironton, and Marietta units! GS-5 Forestry Technician (FIRE) usajobs.gov/job/734211400 Marietta GS-4 Forestry Technician (FIRE) usajobs.gov/job/734221900 Marietta, Nelsonville, Pedro

NEWS RELEASE: The USDA Forest Service is proposing to change the name of the Wayne National Forest to the Buckeye National Forest. The effort comes in response to requests from American Indian Tribes and local community members. Read more: fs.usda.gov/detail/wayne/n…

Due to recent rains, the Wayne NF’s trails will remain closed until further notice to protect visitors and reduce damage to trails. The decision applies to all trails designated for motorized (off-highway vehicle) and non-motorized use (mountain biking and horseback riding).