Longleaf Pine

Coastal Longleaf projects focus on the Flatwoods and Coastal Plain regions of South Alabama, where longleaf pine once dominated the landscape. Working with private landowners, these projects restore open pine savannas through reforestation, frequent prescribed fire, invasive species control, and habitat enhancement.

Healthy coastal longleaf forests support some of the Southeast’s most diverse plant and wildlife communities while creating resilient forest systems capable of adapting to changing conditions. These restoration efforts help landowners maintain productive working forests that balance conservation, recreation, and long-term management objectives.

Montane Longleaf projects operate in Alabama’s upland and mountain regions, where remaining longleaf forests occur in smaller, often fragmented landscapes. Alabama Forestry Foundation collaborates with landowners, industry partners, and conservation organizations to restore and expand these unique ecosystems across working forests.

Using tools such as prescribed fire, reforestation, and invasive species management, these projects improve forest condition while supporting economically viable land management. Restoration efforts also benefit rare and at-risk species that depend on montane longleaf habitat, helping landowners contribute to conservation goals while strengthening the long-term health and productivity of their forests.