Current News
A new model for water security in the face of climate change
The health of our forested watersheds is crucial to water security, and the effects of climate change only reinforce that vital role. Here’s what PFT is doing to ensure healthy watersheds and water security in California.
Back to the land at Green Gorge
Hugh Brady, an original “back-to-the-lander,” is working with Pacific Forest Trust to craft a conservation easement at Green Gorge Working Forest, a second-growth redwood forest at a picturesque bend of the Garcia River in Mendocino County, California. Find out more about this important habitat for native salmon, owls, and other wildlife.
Donor Profile: Ivan Samuels
We talked to Ivan Samuels, the Executive Director of March Conservation Fund (MCF) and the chair of the Pacific Forest Trust Board of Directors, about why he’s a dedicated supporter of PFT’s work, both as an individual and through MCF.
Rewarding landowners for doing the right thing
Working Forest Conservation Easements work in synergy with Safe Harbor Agreements to save wildlife, working lands, and family stewardship. Find out more about how the Harts are managing their land for Northern Spotted Owls and Gray Wolves.
Forest Flash: Habitat funding, fuels reduction, and lasting partnerships
In Pacific Forest Trust’s e-newsletter, Forest Flash, we send you the most recent PFT news and updates on forests, clean water, climate, and wildlife, no more than once or twice a month. In this month’s update: habitat funding, fuels reduction, and lasting partnerships.
PFT featured in 1% for the Planet annual report
Pacific Forest Trust is proud to be a non-profit partner of 1% for the Planet. This year, PFT was featured in their annual report for our groundbreaking climate work and our longstanding partnership with Harney & Sons Fine Teas.
2018 Annual Report
Climate-driven disasters are on the rise—but out of the devastation, there is hope. PFT’s latest Annual Report chronicles our progress on climate, water, and wildlife.
Forest Flash: Water resiliency, climate investments, and forest stewardship
In Pacific Forest Trust’s e-newsletter, Forest Flash, we send you the most recent PFT news and updates on forests, clean water, climate, and wildlife, no more than once or twice a month. Read today’s issue here.
Forests are climate champions. They need your support.
Watch our new video and find out how PFT’s conservation partnerships protect wildlife habitat, reduce the risk of wildfire, store carbon to heal our climate, and keep iconic forest landscapes both productive and free from the pressures of development.
Forest Fete 2019
Forests’ vital role in solving our existential climate crisis was front and center at our 2019 Forest Fete. See video and photos from this lively celebration.
Happy Earth Day from Pacific Forest Trust
This Earth Day, help PFT make a difference for climate, water, wildlife, and people.
Pacific Forest Trust announces Springs for Life™ – ForestWater Alliance™ initiative
Find out more about Pacific Forest Trust’s new initiative, the Springs For Life™ ForestWater Alliance™, an exciting new partnership between PFT and socially responsible businesses to help ensure forest watersheds provide cool, clean water in a changing climate.
Sign-on letter: Inclusion of Natural and Working Lands Investments in HB 2020
On March 1st, PFT and other organizations submitted a letter to Oregon’s Joint Committee on Carbon Reduction to express our strong support for the role of natural and working lands in HB 2020.
Joint Informational Hearing: Wildfire Impacts on Watershed Lands
At a joint hearing of California Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 3 on Resources and the Transportation and Assembly Committee on Natural Resources, PFT President Laurie Wayburn testified on the use of natural infrastructure restoration to increase water storage and climate adaptation.
PFT President Laurie Wayburn testifies in Oregon State Legislature climate committee
On February 11, Pacific Forest Trust President Laurie Wayburn testified to the Joint Committee on Carbon Reduction of the Oregon State Legislature in support of harnessing the power of Oregon’s forests, farms, and other lands to combat climate change.