Programs and Partners
Our programs are intended to serve Kansans, non-resident landowners, communities, and fire departments throughout the state.
Serving Kansans Since 1887
The Kansas Forest Service, established in 1887, is the fifth oldest state forestry agency in the nation and continues to play a key role in the conservation and management of Kansas’ natural resources. The Kansas Forest Service is a 40-person agency housed in the state office in Manhattan, and several district and special program offices around the state. Our agency provides vital services to rural landowners, communities, fire districts, and industries across the state. Through our work, the Kansas Forest Service helps enhance forest health, manage wildfire risks, and support the sustainable use of forestry and wildland resources throughout Kansas.
Champion Trees is a national program that collects data on the largest trees in the U.S. Kansas has its own program that has state and national champions.
The Firewise USA® program provides simple, effective steps to help communities reduce the risk of destruction from wildfire.
Tree City USA recognizes towns that have organized community forestry programs supported by municipal ordinance that meet national program standards.
Kansas Forest Service foresters and fire staff are proud to support public events that promote natural resource education and wildfire prevention. While we do our best to accommodate requests, participation is based on staff availability. Please submit your request using the form below, and we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. All requests should be submitted at least 8 weeks in adavance.
Educational Youth Programming
From Smokey Bear visits to the Arbor Day Poster Contest, our youth programs spark curiosity about trees, fire safety, and natural resource conservation. Request a Kansas Forest Service staff member to visit your school or event using our event request form.
Our Partners in Conservation
Kansas Forestry Association
The Kansas Forestry Association (KFA) is dedicated to sustaining the health and productivity of Kansas woodlands, windbreaks, and related natural resources. The KFA has approximately 260+ members that include Kansas landowners who manage woodlands and windbreaks, tree farmers, walnut growers, ranchers, farmers, foresters, wildlife biologists, research scientists, loggers, natural resource organizations, government agencies, and people who simply love woodlands and windbreaks, and the wildlife and recreational opportunities they provide.
Kansas Christmas Tree Growers
The Kansas Christmas Tree Growers Association (KCTGA) consists of many tree farms across the state. Our farmers enjoy growing trees which allow you to bring the fresh outdoors into your homes during the holiday season. Most of us offer a variety of trees and a variety of services. There are 23 Christmas tree farms in Kansas. Kansas growers focus on mainly four different types of trees; Scotch, Virginia, Austrian and White pine, due to the climate of our state.
Kansas Association for Conservation & Environmental Education
Kansas Association for Conservation & Environmental Education (KACEE) serves as a connector for environmental educators in the state and promotes excellence in environmental education through professional learning and development. KACEE provides a medium through which programs may be cooperatively developed to promote and encourage the teaching of an understanding of the environment and responsible use of resources.
Service Providers
Kansas Forest Service and our partners assemble lists of contractors and service providers in an effort to connect landowners with the resources and information they need to manage their woodlands and properties. Reference to specific businesses on these lists are not an endorsement. All businesses have requested their information be included. No businesses have been intentionally excluded. If you would like to join our list, please complete our Contractors Form.
- Certified Arborists
- Prescribed Fire Contractors
- Prescribed Burn Associations
- Timber Buyers
- Sawmills
- Forestry Contractors
- Certified Foresters
- Walnut Hullers