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North Dakota Fire Declarations & Burn Restrictions Map

Before burning or participating in outdoor activities, learn the current conditions including burn restrictions, fire danger ratings, red flag warnings, and local declarations within one intuitive tool.

NDResponse.gov/burn

Report Suspected Emerald Ash Borer

Emerald ash borer has been detected in LaMoure County (9 miles north of Edgeley), and now in Fargo. If you are concerned about a tree, you are encouraged to report them here.

Report suspect ash tree

Place Your Order for Conservation Tree Seedlings Today!

Order confirmations will begin December 1, 2025 for the Spring 2026 orders. We look forward to working with you for your conservation tree planting needs.

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News

May 1, 2026

New Champion Trees Crowned in 2025

State Forester Thomas Claeys is pleased to announce that thirteen new champion trees and two new second place champions have been added to the North Dakota Register of Champion Trees. The purpose of the champion tree contest is to engage the public in forestry activities and instill a desire to protect and preserve these magnificent trees for future generations.

A large river birch tree planted in a golf course green.
April 29, 2026

North Dakota National Guard support operations strengthen North Dakota’s wildland fire program

The North Dakota Forest Service announces the successful conclusion of the spring 2026 wildfire support operations provided by the North Dakota National Guard (NDNG) to strengthen North Dakota’s wildland fire program. Over the course of this mission, NDNG personnel played a valuable role in enhancing fire response readiness, increasing operational capacity, and supporting proactive land management efforts. Their contributions were focused across three key areas: fire preparedness and response; training; and hazardous fuels mitigation.

Wildland firefighters use chainsaws to fell and cut up ponderosa pine trees in a forest.
April 27, 2026

Prevent Chemical Damage to Woody Plants This Growing Season

Spring has sprung, and as many North Dakotans begin their yard work, now is the time to review the chemical control options for lawns. Many weeds that homeowners want to control are broadleaf plants, but it’s important to keep in mind that woody landscape plants are also broadleaf plants. Some herbicide options may have some unintended negative consequences to our trees and shrubs. Please

A spruce tree damaged by herbicide drift, showing twisted and brown needles.
January 27, 2026

Emerald ash borer detected in Fargo

This week, an insect larva found in the City of Fargo by city forestry staff has been confirmed to be emerald ash borer. This is the second finding in North Dakota. The first detection was in LaMoure County in August 2024.

Emerald ash borer on the bark of a tree

Upcoming Events

Jun. 22, 2026

GeoFIT 2026: Living with Our Environment

Join us for this field experience at Turtle River State Park. Educators will enjoy hiking, biking, and kayaking, while learning to incorporate standards-based curriculum about forestry and remote sensing.

A man uses an increment borer to take a core sample from a tree
Jun. 23, 2026

WILD About STEM in Wetlands

Join us in Bismarck to experience current wildlife, land, water, and forest management issues. Participants will receive real world, user-friendly and classroom ready instruction correlated to state learning standards.

Three educators look at a forestry tool that measures forest canopy cover in a forest

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