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Boise National Forest 1249 S. Vinnell Way Suite 200 Boise, Idaho 83709 (208) 373-4100 News Release https://www.fs.usda.gov/boise/

Media Contact: Venetia Gempler (208) 373-4105 [email protected]

Tawnya Brummett selected as Forest Supervisor for Boise National Forest

February 12, 2020 – Regional Forester Nora Rasure has selected Tawnya Brummett as the Forest Supervisor for the Boise National Forest. Tawnya has served for the last three years as the Boise National Forest’s Deputy Forest Supervisor. She replaces Cecilia Romero Seesholtz who retired December 2019. “We are excited that Tawnya has accepted the position to lead Idaho’s Capital City Forest,” said Rasure. “Her diverse experience in range, wildlife, wildland fire and leadership will help the Boise National Forest continue to implement an ambitious forest management program.” Brummett has 19 years in federal service most recently as acting Forest Supervisor for the Payette National Forest. Before serving as the Boise National Forest’s Deputy Forest Supervisor, she was the Deputy Forest Supervisor on the Tongass National Forest in southeast Alaska; District Ranger on the Lolo National Forest in Montana; Wildlife Biologist and Range Specialist on the Gila National Forest in NM; Wildlife Biologist on the Angelina-Sabine National Forest in East Texas; hotshot fire crewmember on the Gila National Forest. “I am honored to step into this leadership role on the Boise National Forest,” said Brummett. “I look forward to strengthening existing partnerships as well as inviting new ideas and collaborative opportunities. I want our stakeholders to know that I remain committed to working with them to address concerns and implement strategies that improve the health of the forest while supporting our communities.” Tawnya comes from a farming and ranching family in New Mexico, she, and her family are avid outdoor enthusiasts. During their off-time they enjoy multiple outdoor experiences on National Forest System lands including, boating, camping, hunting and hiking. Brummett is a recognized leader in wildland fire, chairing a national complex fire leadership program for the last two years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology from Stephan F. Austin State University.

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