Oklahoma Forestry Services

06/05/2026

To our Tree City USA, Tree Campus USA, and Tree Line USA utilities, we want to say THANK YOU! If your community is not currently recognized as a Tree City USA, please consider getting recognized today! For more information please visit https://www.arborday.org/our-work/tree-city-usa

06/01/2026

🎼 This is how we do it! 🎶
Red mulberry seed going in the ground down in Goldsby! Orders open on the website in early October. Now is the time to plan your conservation efforts!

05/29/2026

🌱 From Southeast Seedlings to Western Shelterbelts! 💨
Take a look at what’s growing down at our forest research station in Idabel! Our team is currently planting Arizona Cypress seeds into specialized tubes to prepare for the upcoming planting season.
While the Arizona Cypress isn't native to Oklahoma, it plays a vital role in our state's conservation efforts. Because of its incredible drought resistance and dense, evergreen foliage, this hardy tree is one of our top choices for shelterbelts and windbreaks in western Oklahoma.
Once these seedlings are strong enough, they’ll head west to help our agricultural producers block punishing winds, protect valuable topsoil from erosion, and shelter livestock. It’s a true team effort across the state, that starts in the east to protect the west!
👇 Looking to establish a windbreak or conservation plot on your acreage?
Our seedling store opens for orders in early October. Plan ahead to secure your Oklahoma-grown seedlings for the spring planting window!

05/23/2026

We’re at the Native Plant Market just north of the OKC Farmers Market! Come stump us with your tree questions! We’ll be here until 3:00 today.

05/21/2026

Decreasing fire danger indices are expected in the next few days with higher relative humidity values, cloud cover and rain chances in the mix. While lightning potential remains in place, probability of successful initial attack has improved. While a large fire (>300 acres cannot be ruled out, significant fire potential has diminished in the Panhandle, northwest and western tier counties. In this edition of the Oklahoma Wildfire Situation Report, we have included links to the pertinent fire weather and fuels data that can be referenced for local fire danger.

To view the full Situation Report, please follow this link: https://bit.ly/oksitrep

05/20/2026

It is an absolute honor to partner with the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum in the care of the Survivor Tree and all the trees at the memorial. There are many others within the community that donate time and resources to the care of the Survivor Tree. It takes a village, but that’s the Oklahoma Standard.

05/20/2026

Moderating fire weather in the Panhandle, northwest and western tier of counties will aid in lowering fire danger indices today. Rain/storm chances increase this evening over the recent fires in the Oklahoma Panhandle with optimism for wetting rainfall amounts building in through Friday. Ahead of that rain opportunity, lightning ignition potential continues although not quite as concerning as in previous days. Nonetheless, any fire occurring in vicinity of a storm cell may produce erratic fire behavior. OFS continues to have suppression resources prepositioned in the Panhandle and northwest today.

To view the full Situation Report, please follow this link: https://bit.ly/oksitrep

05/19/2026

Following several days of very active burning conditions in the Oklahoma Panhandle, fire danger relaxes a bit following a cold front passage. Wildland fuels in the Panhandle, northwest and western tier counties remain available although cooler temperatures, improved relative humidity values and comparably less wind will moderate fire spread potential affording improved opportunity for successful suppression efforts on new wildfires. Remain vigilant Oklahoma!

To view the full Situation Report, please follow this link: https://bit.ly/oksitrep

05/18/2026

We are getting an updated look at the Sharpe Fire in Cimarron County, OK. and Baca County, CO. As of 10 a.m. on 5/18, an estimated than 28,244 acres have burned including an estimated 12,276 acres in Oklahoma.

OFS appreciate the coordinated effort with our local and county resources from Oklahoma and Colorado as well as our sister agency in Colorado and 12 aircraft from Texas and Colorado.

05/18/2026

🌲 MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THIS SATURDAY! 🌲

Thinking about adding some native trees to your property? While it’s getting a bit too late for spring planting, it is the perfect time to start planning for the fall!

Come hang out with Oklahoma Forestry Services this Saturday at the Native Plant Market! We will have professional foresters on-site ready to help you map out your goals.

Come see us to:
👉 Get expert advice on selecting the right native species for your specific area and soil.
👉 Discuss your long-term land objectives so you are 100% ready when fall planting season arrives.
👉 Ask us your toughest tree questions (go ahead, try to stump us!), or just swing by to give the team a high five!

Planning ahead is the secret to a healthy, resilient forest or backyard canopy. We can't wait to see you there!

👇 Drop your favorite native Oklahoma tree in the comments below!

🌿✨ THE FULL LINEUP IS HERE ✨🌿
We’re so excited to officially share the vendors, partners, and organizations joining us for the Native Plant Market at Delmar Gardens!

This is more than a market, it’s a day to connect, learn, and grow with Oklahoma native plants 🌼

Join us for:
🌱 Local native plant vendors
🦋 Educational booths & community partners
🚶‍♀️ Native plant walk with Micah Friedman
🎨 Hands-on activities for all ages
🎁 Giveaways (including a rain barrel 👀)

🗓 May 23, 2026
⏰ 10:00–3:00
📍 Delmar Gardens in the OKC Farmers Market District

We’re proud to bring together this incredible group of people working to support pollinators, sustainable practices, and native planting in our community 🌿

👇 Check out the full lineup below and show these amazing folks some love!

🔗 Event link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CsEYZ37ZT/