About Us

We know it can be a little confusing to understand what exactly we do if you’re not already familiar with forestry. That’s why we’ve broken it down here. Each section below gives a quick look at how we’re working to keep forests healthy and resilient.

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What is Forest Stewardship?

Forest stewardship involves managing forests in an ecologically responsible manner to promote their health and sustainability. Effective forest stand management supports soil and water quality, wildlife habitats and the natural beauty of the woodlands. Unhealthy forests lack diversity and resilience and are prone to high intensity wildfires that reduce soil fertility and invasions by non-native species.

Stewardship West partners with various agencies by negotiating agreements and implementing contracts with qualified restoration specialists to carry out our mission of protecting the health and welfare of our forests for current and future generations.

Our Keys to Success

Partners share mutual interests and mutual benefits
Collaborative effort between USFS, cooperator, and community
All parties contribute to the project
All project elements are negotiable
Utilization of Stewardship Agreements
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Protect watersheds, wildlife, recreation, and communities.
A team that is passionate about our mission

Stewardship Activities

Forest Health and Hazard Reduction

Removing vegetation and implementing strategies to promote healthy forest stands and reduce wildfire risks.

Wildlife and Fish Habitat Restoration

Restoring and maintaining habitats to support diverse wildlife and fish populations.

Watershed Restoration and Maintenance

Enhancing watershed health through targeted restoration and ongoing maintenance efforts.

Prescribed Fire Management

Setting controlled fires to reduce wildfire hazards and improve forest composition, structure, and health.
*Stewardship West does not conduct any prescribed fire management. We leave that to the fire management professionals!

Road and Trail Management