More than 50% of the Tennessee landscape is forested—but not all forests are the same. Keep reading to learn about some common (and uncommon) forest types and where you can find them in Tennessee.
Types of Forests in Tennessee
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Achievements at the General Assembly
During the 2024 legislative session, the Federation was instrumental on several conservation-related bills, including three major wins.
Hunters Can Donate Deer Now to Feed Hungry Tennesseans
Hunters for the Hungry connects generous hunters across the state with Tennesseans in need. Hunters for the Hungry program is now open for the 2019 deer season. Early this season, more than 80 deer...
Grant to Restore 5,400 Acres of Cumberland Plateau Habitat
Tennessee Wildlife Federation's Habitat Conservation Program uses prescribed burns to restore forest health and native wildlife habitat. Collaborating to Protect and Restore Native Forests Through a...
Tennessee SCTP Athlete Impresses at National Competition
After a battle with cancer forced her to sit out of the competition last year, Emily Ferguson was ready to prove she hadn’t missed a beat at this year’s Tennessee Scholastic Clay Target Program...
Hardin County Wetland Restoration Wraps Up
Tennessee Wildlife Federation's conservation efforts created 50 acres of newly restored wetland habitat and conserved an additional 190 acres for natural habitats in Hardin County. Critical Habitat...
Tennessee Valley Authority Joins Corporate Council
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is honored to announce one of its newest Corporate Council members, Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). TVA is the nation’s largest government-owned power provider....
Being The Voice For Wildlife And Sportsmen on The Hill
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is the only wildlife organization with a consistent presence in our state’s capitol. We work to ensure the concerns of sportsmen and outdoor enthusiasts are represented...
Federation Family Member, Mitchell Parks, Passes
Hunter, angler, and conservationist leaves lasting legacy In April, the Federation lost a friend as well as a former board member and president, Mitchell Parks. His passion for conservation...
Hunters Key to Tracking, Fighting CWD
With CWD in Tennessee, hunter support is more crucial than ever—from harvesting for data collection to engaging with conservation groups. The Federation continues to be a strong voice for sportsmen...
Trashing America the Beautiful
Opinion article by Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife Federation. Americans marvel at the beauty of our country. We seem blessed to have it all, from arctic mountains to tropical waters....