Ecological Restoration Animation

Ecological restoration is a top priority for the Forest Service in the Pacific Southwest Region (which includes California and the Pacific Islands).

Aquatic Passage Restoration

The Forest Service is removing barriers that prevent fish and other aquatic species from moving up and down stream corridors. By replacing culverts and building bridges, hundreds of miles of […]

Urban Restoration

Urban Releaf, a small community-based organization in Oakland, California, has been planting trees..

Chips and Wildlife Restoration

During the Chips forest fire on the Plumas National Forest, a baby bobcat was orphaned. While the Forest Service restored the forest, the bobcat then known as Chips, recovered at […]

Fire Behavior and Restoration

As part of its fire research, the Forest Service captures video footage of actual wildfires in progress. By employing specially designed heat resistant camera boxes, the agency has been able […]