Forest Stewardship Program and landowner assistance
馃嚭馃嚫 AL, United States 路 Alabama Forestry Commission
Free on-the-ground planning help and a written Stewardship Forest Management Plan from Alabama Forestry Commission foresters for owners of 10 or more forested acres
The Alabama Forestry Commission's Forest Stewardship Program gives non-industrial private forest landowners free on-the-ground planning assistance and, on request, a written Stewardship Forest Management Plan designed to meet the landowner's objectives. The Commission says all recommended forest management plans and advice are offered at no cost; it typically starts with a stand management recommendation for a specific situation and then a plan for the whole property. Landowners who meet all requirements can earn a Stewardship Forest designation after a field inspection, and can progress toward TREASURE Forest certification. The program is not a cost-share program; cost-share for carrying out a plan may be available through other programs.
Who qualifies
Non-industrial private forest landowners committed to active management and stewardship of their forested property for at least ten years. For Stewardship Forest designation a landowner must have 10 acres or more of forest land, a current forest management plan that meets stewardship principles, one primary and one secondary objective, and actively practice multiple-use management in accordance with best management practices.
How to apply
Complete the online application on the Commission's site (Program_Nomination.aspx?type=stewardship) to request a visit from a resource professional, or contact your local Alabama Forestry Commission office through the Office and Employee Directory. State headquarters: (334) 240-9300. No deadline is stated.
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