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ROCKDALE, Texas –- Rockdale Volunteer Fire Department converted an excess military tactical vehicle into a firefighting machine. The large quantity of water that it will carry will help the department gain quick control of a fire. The military vehicle was awarded through the Department of Defense Firefighter Property Program. The department also accepted a $20,000 […]

VICTORIA, Texas –- The Raisin Volunteer Fire Department converted an excess military truck into a firefightingmachine with the help of a $20,000 grant. The grant is through the Rural Volunteer Fire Department AssistanceProgram, which was used to purchase a new slip-on unit. The truck is received through the DoD FirefighterProperty Program, both programs are administered […]

February 2021 will be remembered by Texans and by our trees as the year of the “Deep Freeze”.

Texas A&M Forest Service urges all Texans, and especially outdoor enthusiasts, to help reduce the spread of oak wilt and wood borers by taking preventative measures and being cautious when collecting and purchasing firewood.

COVINGTON, Texas — The Covington Volunteer Fire Department replaced an older slip-on unit thanks to a$20,000 cost share grant through the Texas A&M Forest Service Rural Volunteer Fire DepartmentAssistance Program. “Our department is glad to have this new addition to replace a unit that is over 10 years old and was startingto have mechanical issues,” […]

HORSESHOE BAY, Texas –- Sandy Harbor Volunteer Fire Department added a 2021 Dodge brush truck to theirfleet thanks to a $100,000 cost share grant through the Texas A&M Forest Service Rural Volunteer FireDepartment Assistance Program. “The main purpose of this truck will be as a light brush truck used in fast response to brush/grass fires […]

Texas A&M Forest Service held the agency’s annual personnel meeting this week.

In the last decade, there has been a surge in experimental therapy programs for United States veterans. But of all these emerging forms of therapy, one has proven to be both timeless and consistently effective. Its common name is outdoor or wilderness therapy, but other variations include forest therapy, adventure therapy, and even forest bathing.

Texans from across the state gathered today in the City of Weatherford and virtually to celebrate Texas Arbor Day – and turn over a new leaf.

Texas A&M Forest Service encourages Texans to protect our lands and all that we love this hunting season by being mindful of activities that may cause a wildfire.