Allegheny National Forest

National Forest Foundation The NFF is the only conservation organization focused on addressing the challenges that face America's National Forests. A commitment to facilitating local involvement and encouraging grassroots participation in forest stewardship is a key goal of this organization. Become a friend.

Don't move firewood onto the forest.

Help us stop the movement of exotic pests. Leave your firewood at home. For more information on non-native species that are threatening our forest, explore the links below:

• Allegheny National Forest Ban on bringing firewood into Warren, Elk, McKean and Forest counties.
• Emerald Ash Borer - Stop the Beetle
• Emerald Ash Borer - Letter from Forest Supervisor
• Asian Longhorned Beetle
• Sirex woodwasp
• Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
• Gypsy Moth
• Sudden Oak Death

• Beech Bark Disease

Non-native Invasive Plants of Concern on the Allegheny

Eastern Region (R9) NNIS Program Overview  

Thousands of exotic invasive plants and animals are infesting our local lands and waters. They cause massive disruptions in ecosystem function, wipe-out our native fish and wildlife habitats, and hurt the health of our forests, prairies, mountains, wetlands, rivers, lakes, and oceans. These invaders know no boundaries and they can ruin your outdoor recreational experience. Nationwide, they threaten our agriculture, our economy, and human health. The US Forest Service, Wildlife Forever and the US Fish & Wildlife Service have formed a partnership to work together to eradicate non native invasive species. Follow the links below to see how you can help.

PREVENTING INVASIVE SPECIES

CONTROLING INVASIVE SPECIES

CONTACT THE EXPERTS FOR HELP

Non-Native Invasive Species Contacts (814) 728-6100
April Moore - Plants, extension 814-728-6168
Bob White/Andrea Hille - Insects and Diseases, extensions 814-728-6162/6161
Brent Pence - Aquatics, extension 814-728-6170