The Army must train as they will fight. The Army manages 12.5 million acres that contain diverse landscapes for training and testing, but also provide habitat for a large number of threatened and endangered species. Lands must be maintained in the best natural condition for realistic training and ecosystem preservation. Environmental compliance requirements may reduce training days or delay training. Land-related restrictions on training can be minimized through good stewardship.
Partnerships expedite the compliance process and help avoid conflicts.
Managing natural resources in a sustainable manner is critical in supporting the military mission. Adequate forest resource information and analysis are needed to meet compliance requirements. Natural environments enhance the quality of life of military personnel and their families. Responsible stewardship is essential to maintaining the trust and support of the American people. Policy Level and Installation Level Stewardship Assistance Assistance is available to all Department of Defense agencies through the Army partnership.