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The American Forest Foundation works on-the-ground with families, teachers, and elected officials to promote stewardship and protect our nation’s forest heritage.

The foundation for Anthony Timberlands was laid in the fertile forested lands covering Southern Arkansas in the 1840’s when our ancestors settled there.

In 1907, Mr. Garland Anthony began operating a small sawmill near Bearden, Arkansas. By the 1930’s, he was reputed to be the largest private lumber manufacturer in the world. His pioneering spirit and business acumen live on
in the successive generations of his family who still make up the management of our company – who still walk the same forest paths of towering pine and sturdy hardwood.

AFA’s focus on advocacy, communication, networking and education is essential to our community’s success. And because our industry and world are constantly changing, AFA keeps members up to date on and engaged in issues that affect them—locally, regionally, nationally and globally.

According to a recent survey, public policy advocacy is the most highly rated benefit of AFA membership. If you are involved in any aspect of forestry—from owning a family forest to manufacturing forest products—join AFA today and strengthen our numbers and voice.

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission plays an important role in keeping The Natural State true to its name. During the last 100 years, the agency has overseen the protection, conservation and preservation of various species of fish and wildlife in Arkansas. This is done through habitat management, fish stocking, hunting and fishing regulations, and a host of other programs.