Forestry Workgroup Projects and Resources

The Forestry Workgroup coordinates, develops and implements plans and projects that focus on the contributions of forest lands in restoring the health and productivity of the Chesapeake Bay watershed and in retaining their economic potential.

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CREP Webinar Series

Three webinars about CREP in the 2018 Farm Bill were sponsored by the Forestry Workgroup. These Webinars featured two experts Terry Noto and Mike Linsinbigler.

Terry Schley Noto an environmental attorney who has worked for a variety of government agencies, including EPA and DOJ as well as for several environmental organizations, including NWF and EDF. Terry served as EDF’s expert on CRP and CREP for many years. Mike Linsenbigler worked for USDA for over 30 years. First in the former Soil Conservation Service and then working for FSA Conservation Environmental Programs Division as the nation’s first CREP Manager and later, as the Deputy Division Director of CEPD.Terry and Mike formed Conservation Strategies Consulting to provide advice on conservation program innovation and implementation and have an array of agency and NGO clients.

Introduction and Discussion regarding CREP in the Farm Bill - August 28, 2019 Webinar
Introduction and Discussion of Draft Interim CREP Rules - December 12, 2019 Webinar
Summary and Compilation of Rules and Notices that were Issued Regarding CREP (slide deck only, recording not available)

The State of Chesapeake Forests

This first-of-its-kind report synthesizes more than a decade's worth of data from public and private sources, highlights current forest conditions, forecasts future trends, and outlines key goals and strategies necessary to conserve and restore the forests of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The report calls for a strategic, long-term approach that identifies and focuses on forests with the highest environmental, economic, and social values. Together, public and private partners can help preserve the health of the Chesapeake Bay and its residents through a concerted effort to protect its forests.