Project bolsters forest programs in Native communities

LONGMONT, Colo.-In October, the First Nations Development Institute (First Nations) announced a project to help tribal governments and entities establish and strengthen their forest programs for the benefit of their economy, environment, educational opportunities and access to recreation.

The project is part of First Nations' umbrella program of Stewarding Native Lands and is made possible through a grant from the USDA Forest Service and Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies. Through the Community Forest Tribal Outreach Project, First Nations will provide support and resources to tribal entities...