The popular, deciduous ornamental tree has broad oval leaves that change colors in the fall. In the spring, dangling yellowish spikes hold small clusters of fruit that later split to reveal seeds that ...

Community Wildfire Protection Plans (CWPP) are a collaborative wildland fire protection and mitigation approach. Plans can be as simple or complex as the community needs and includes involvement from ...

Sisters in Fire introduces students to wildland firefighting and natural resources careers through hands-on activities led by ...

Equipment use and careless debris burning account for 50% of wildfires in Texas. Equipment includes vehicles, trailers, ATV/UTVs, heavy equipment, and other motorized equipment. Be cautious when using ...

Wildfire activity across the state is expected to increase this winter and spring as above-normal vegetation dries and becomes highly flammable. January 16, 2026 College Station, Texas Wildfire ...

The Texas Tree Awards recognize individuals, organizations and communities for their contributions to planting, maintaining and protecting trees and strengthening community forests across Texas.

A recently published review of wildfire research reinforces those recommendations, highlighting how multiple factors combine to improve a home's chances during a wildland-urban interface wildfire.

Build resilience in Texas forests and woodland ecosystems by leveraging funding to support reforestation efforts in areas that have experienced tree damage due to natural disasters within the last 10 ...

Empowering fire practitioners and building the next generation—that’s the mission of Sisters in Fire. We introduce the next generation to wildland firefighting and natural resource career ...

Late fall through early spring is the perfect time to plant trees in Texas because cooler temperature provides time for root development and acclimation. Texas Arbor Day is about more than planting ...

Thank you for your interest in our grant program. The current application cycle has ended, and applications are no longer being accepted. The next application period will open on June 1, 2027. The ...