The Appalachian Forest Resource Center (AFRC) was established to address the needs of forests and communities in the Central and Southern Appalachian region, extending from Pennsylvania to northern Alabama. The Center's activities are aimed at fostering an

To promote the development of a just and sustainable economy and culture in the counties of Appalachain Ohio. Rural Action organizes, trains, networks and supports a diverse group of citizens who wish to revitalize their communities through sustainable dev

Rural Action's mission is to promote economic, social, and environmental justice in Appalachian Ohio. Our vision is to create model strategies for the region that involve a broad base of citizens in building environmental, economic, and social sustainabili

Non-Timber Forest Products Our region's mixed mesophytic forest holds great promise. In addition to a diverse mix of high-value hardwood species, the forest is filled with non-timber forest products whose potential is yet to be fully explored: gourmet mush