: Board of Forestry & Fire Protection

Policy, Protection, Stewardship, and Sustainability

Protecting California’s Natural Resources : Forest Policy Leadership

Shaping the future of California’s forests—protecting resources, guiding policy, and ensuring resilient wildlands for generations to come.

Upcoming Meetings

Guiding Committees

Our expert committees dig into complex forestry and fire-protection issues, delivering the research and insight the Board relies on to craft sound policy.

Our Committees

Our Mission

The Board of Forestry and Fire Protection develops forest policy, guides the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, and protects California’s non-federal forest and wildland resources.

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Programs That Build California’s Future

From statewide vegetation treatment to forest health initiatives, our active programs support long-term sustainability, safety, and resource protection. See how we’re turning strategy into action.

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Upcoming Webinars

Board of Forestry & Fire Protection Meeting

Wed, 01/14/2026 10:00AM Dial In: 1 (650) 564-3271 Access Code: 100 312 684# Meeting Materials Join

Joint Institute for Wood Products Innovation Advisory Council Meeting

Wed, 01/21/2026 01:00PM Dial In: 1 (650) 564-3271 Access Code: 566 847 211# Meeting Materials Join

Range Management Advisory Committee Meeting

Thu, 01/22/2026 09:30AM Dial In: 1 (650) 564-3271 Access Code: 532 741 778# Meeting Materials Join

Effectiveness Monitoring Committee Meeting

Wed, 02/04/2026 09:30AM Dial In: 1 (650) 564-3271 Access Code: 604 922 6# Meeting Materials Join

News and Featured Reports

Latest News

Get the latest updates on board actions, meetings, report releases and forestry news.

2024 California Pest Conditions

View the 2024 Report on Forest Pest and Disease Conditions.

Forest Biomass Pile Data

California Burn Pile Mapping, Quantification and Regulations.

Know your Fire Hazards

These guidelines are intended to provide property owners with examples of fuel modification measures that can be used to create an area around buildings or structures to create defensible space.
Check your hazard zone

Fire Hazard Severity Zones

Find out your wildfire hazards. Use the state’s updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps to plan and prepare—especially if you live in or near the Wildland Urban Interface.

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Dead Tree Removal and Fuel Reduction Permit Chart

A matrix of dead tree removal and fuel reduction requirements including exemptions and timber harvest plans.

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Demonstration State Forests

See how California manages its forestlands for sustainable timber production, wildfire resilience, recreation, and environmental research. These living laboratories support healthy forests for future generations.

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Safety First, Service Always

The Board of Forestry and Fire Protection is a state-appointed body that guides forest policy and oversees the protection of California’s non-federal wildland resources. It works closely with CAL FIRE to implement sustainable forest management practices and fire prevention strategies. Together, they support the Legislature’s mandate to safeguard the state’s forests, watersheds, and communities.
Terrence O'Brien

Chair

Tony Andersen

Executive Officer