MS Forestry Commission

Mississippi's state forestry commission provides leadership in forest protection, forest management, forest inventory and forest information distribution.

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

Camping this summer?? 🏕️

Remember: 9 out of 10 wildfires are human-caused.

Let's keep our forests safe. Never leave campfires unattended, and always ensure they are completely extinguished before you leave.

Learn more: https://t.co/lrSNbAlW2E

#PreventWildfiresMS #MSforestry

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

🐻@smokey_bear made a special stop in Prentiss Co visiting students at Thrasher School in Booneville to share very important wildfire prevention tips.

The kids learned how they can help protect our beautiful MS forests and why it’s so important to never leave a fire unattended.

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

Region 1 Outreach Officer Mike Crabb visited Marshall County Safety Day last week! He shared our new book, "Pip and the Mississippi Wildfire", to teach local students about wildfire prevention. Some awesome helper readers even jumped in to assist!
#MSforestry #WildfirePrevention

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

NEW DATES ADDED: Get certified at our 1-day Prescribed Burn Manager courses this fall!

🔥 Aug 20 – Tupelo
🔥 Aug 27 – Hattiesburg
🔥 Sept 3 – Pearl

⏰ 8am–5pm (Lunch provided)
⚠️ S-190 completion REQUIRED to attend.

👉 Register: https://t.co/LxG6SgmKEp

#MSforestry

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

@smokey_bear took the field with the Mississippi Mud Monsters earlier this month! 🐻⚾️He loved meeting the fans at Trustmark Park and sharing important wildfire prevention tips with the crowd. Remember: #OnlyYou can #PreventWildfires.

#MSforestry #MSMudMonsters

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

This Memorial Day, we salute you with pride. We pause to honor the heroes who gave everything for our freedom. Wishing everyone a peaceful and reflective day.

#MemorialDay26 #HonorTheFallen #MSforestry

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

MS Forestry took center stage in D.C.! 🌲🏛️

MFC State Forester Russell Bozeman & @ms_forestry Executive Director Casey Anderson met with @SenHydeSmith & officials to advocate for landowners, focusing on vital disaster relief & strengthening timber markets.

#MSforestry

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

🐻 Look who dropped by! Corinth Head Start received a very special visit from @smokey_bear!

He shared hugs and taught the kids how to protect Mississippi's forests. Remember, you’re never too young to learn that #OnlyYou can prevent wildfires! 🌲🔥

#MSforestry #OnlyYou

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

🌪️ Preliminary assessment from the May 6th storms shows over 5,014 acres of private forestland damaged across 5 MS counties, totaling an estimated $6.42M+ in timber impact. Public land assessments are still underway.

Full report:
🔗 https://t.co/q9QwVd8Nto

#MSforestry

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

Aerial footage of the timber damage path in Purvis, MS, following the severe weather on May 6. MFC continues to assess the impact of the EF-2 tornado on local timber and forest resources in Lamar County. 🌲

#MSforestry

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[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

📣 Mississippi Tree Care Providers! Are you a licensed tree care provider with an ISA Certification and a Mississippi Tree Surgery License? Please help us build a trusted resource! Complete our survey to be added to our list of qualified professionals.

🔗 https://t.co/jgICPU9Yts

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

🌲 Registration is OPEN for @tpl_org’s Community Forest Training Program!

This virtual summer intensive helps local gov, land trusts & tribes with conservation & stewardship.

📅 June – Aug 2026
📍 Virtual/Zoom
⏳ Register by June 1: https://t.co/8pEAA39gKk

#MSforestry

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

When severe weather strikes, MFC saw crews are ready to roll. 🌲🪚

For 100 years, we’ve answered the call. When a county identifies a need and requests help through MEMA, we’re on the scene to assist with cleanup.

📷: Reed Taylor, A42 Forester

#MSforestry #StormRecovery #MEMA

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

We had a great time at the Tishomingo State Park’s Earth Day celebration!

It was a privilege to set up our table and connect with local students about how forests are about more than just trees; they’re about clean air, water, and the products we use every day.

#MSforestry

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

Area 41 Ranger Bill Lunsford and Tech Trey Jones shared their expertise at the 2026 Liberty Heritage Day Festival. It was great watching the next generation of explorers climb into the driver’s seat of these heavy-duty rigs!

#MSforestry #greenjobs #TouchATruck

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

16 MFC wildland firefighters just completed our Heavy Equipment Academy! 🚜🔥

From night ops to plowing fire lanes, our team spent the week mastering the heavy machinery used to stop wildfires and protect Mississippi’s resources. 🌲

#MSForestry #HeavyEquipmentAcademy #HEA

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

MFC’s Region 4 held its Centennial Celebration at the Forrest County Conference Center, honoring those in South MS for their dedication to our natural resources.

Thanks to all our sponsors who helped make this celebration possible!

#MFC100 #MSforestry

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

100 years of service and we’re still digging deep! 🚜🌲

We hosted our Heavy Equipment Academy VIP Day to show how we train for MS's 1,800+ annual wildfires. From night ops to rugged terrain, we stay ready.

Full story via @WJTV: https://t.co/TZFoQp9oUM

#MSforestry #MFC100

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

Mississippi’s forests are in good hands! 🌳

Our MFC foresters joined @MSUExtension for a Hardwood Management Workshop. From latest research to field apps, we’re ensuring our team has the best tools to help MS landowners succeed.

#MSforestry #HardwoodManagement

[MS Forestry Commission @MSForestryComm]

A huge thank you to #OutbackSteakhouse & JR Restaurant Group for sponsoring our Region 3 luncheon! 🥩✨
As we celebrate 100 years, we’re proud to honor our firefighters, foresters, dispatchers, and staff who protect our state. Thanks for fueling our heroes!🌲🔥#MSforestry #MFC100